ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon vs ThirtyTwo Thrill Pill

How they compare

the ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon leans more all mountain, while the ThirtyTwo Thrill Pill leans more freestyle. The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon 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 Thrill Pill uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise). The ThirtyTwo Permanent Vacation Carbon is noticeably stiffer at 9/10 versus the ThirtyTwo Thrill Pill's 4/10, suiting more aggressive riding. At $399.95 vs $629.95 MSRP, the ThirtyTwo Thrill Pill is the more budget-friendly option.