Jones Frontier 2.0 vs Jones Stratos
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both boards are designed for all mountain and freeride and powder riding. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. Both feature hybrid (camber/rocker) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Jones Stratos is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. The Jones Frontier 2.0 targets intermediate riders while the Jones Stratos is aimed at expert riders. At $549.95 vs $679.95 MSRP, the Jones Frontier 2.0 is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Jones Frontier 2.0
7
Jones Stratos
7
Powder
Jones Frontier 2.0
6
Jones Stratos
6
Freestyle
Jones Frontier 2.0
4
Jones Stratos
4
Freeride
Jones Frontier 2.0
7
Jones Stratos
7
Stiffness
Jones Frontier 2.0
5
Jones Stratos
7
Versatility
Jones Frontier 2.0
7
Jones Stratos
7
Jones Frontier 2.0
Jones Stratos
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride, Powder
TerrainAll Mountain, Freeride, Powder
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
CamberHybrid (Camber/Rocker)
Flex5/10
Flex7/10
Riding LevelIntermediate
Riding LevelExpert
StanceN/A
StanceN/A
MSRP$549.95
MSRP$679.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
159 — dimensions in mm
158W — dimensions in mm
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Jones Stratos
Jones’s playful freeride/all-mountain shape. Used Stratos listings are thinner than Mountain Twins. Confirm it is not a Mind Expander or Flagship, and inspect the tapered tail before paying a powder-board premium.