Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
Both target all mountain terrain, while the ThirtyTwo SNAFU leans more powder. The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon uses a directional twin shape while the ThirtyTwo SNAFU is directional. Both feature hybrid (camber/rocker) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon is noticeably stiffer at 9/10 versus the ThirtyTwo SNAFU's 6/10, suiting more aggressive riding. At $529.95 vs $629.95 MSRP, the ThirtyTwo SNAFU is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon
ThirtyTwo SNAFU
Core Specs
Shape Profile
Camber Profile