Jones Mind Expander vs Salomon Assassin

How they compare

Both target all mountain and freeride terrain, while the Jones Mind Expander leans more powder, while the Salomon Assassin leans more freestyle. The Jones Mind Expander uses a directional shape while the Salomon Assassin is directional twin. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Salomon Assassin is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.