ThirtyTwo Middle Earth Pro vs ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation

How they compare

the ThirtyTwo Middle Earth Pro leans more freestyle, while the ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation leans more all mountain. The ThirtyTwo Middle Earth Pro has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation uses hybrid (camber/rocker) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). Both are rated 5/10 flex (medium). At $499.95 vs $599.95 MSRP, the ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation is the more budget-friendly option.