Jones Frontier vs Jones Mind Expander
Snowboards comparison — 2022-2023 season
How they compare
Both boards are designed for all mountain riding. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. The Jones Frontier has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Jones Mind Expander uses rocker (lifted contact points for easier turn initiation, float in soft snow, and a catch-free feel). Both are rated 6/10 flex (medium).
Ratings
Piste
Jones Frontier
8
Jones Mind Expander
6
Powder
Jones Frontier
6
Jones Mind Expander
7
Freestyle
Jones Frontier
4
Jones Mind Expander
5
Freeride
Jones Frontier
7
Jones Mind Expander
7
Stiffness
Jones Frontier
6
Jones Mind Expander
6
Versatility
Jones Frontier
7
Jones Mind Expander
7
Jones Frontier
Jones Mind Expander
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberRocker
Flex6/10
Flex6/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Jones Mind Expander
Playful powder/freeride shape. Used examples are worth it when the base is flat and the swallow or tapered tail is intact. A dinged tail or delam around the swallow is a pass — and Mind Expander Twin is a different board.