ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation vs ThirtyTwo T32M Carbon

How they compare

the ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation leans more all mountain, while the ThirtyTwo T32M Carbon leans more freestyle. The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation has a hybrid (camber/rocker) profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the ThirtyTwo T32M Carbon uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). The ThirtyTwo T32M Carbon is noticeably stiffer at 9/10 versus the ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation's 5/10, suiting more aggressive riding. At $499.95 vs $649.95 MSRP, the ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation is the more budget-friendly option.