Yes 420 vs Yes Optimistic
Snowboards comparison — 2022-2023 season
How they compare
the Yes 420 leans more powder, while the Yes Optimistic leans more all mountain. They share a directional shape — different nose and tail; built to ride forward with better float in powder and drive on groomers. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Yes Optimistic is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the stiff range.
Ratings
Piste
Yes 420
4
Yes Optimistic
8
Powder
Yes 420
10
Yes Optimistic
6
Freestyle
Yes 420
1
Yes Optimistic
4
Freeride
Yes 420
8
Yes Optimistic
7
Stiffness
Yes 420
8
Yes Optimistic
9
Versatility
Yes 420
5
Yes Optimistic
7
Yes 420
Yes Optimistic
Core Specs
TerrainPowder
TerrainAll Mountain
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex8/10
Flex9/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
Stance
Stance
MSRPN/A
MSRPN/A
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceAdults
Shape Profile
Not available for this model
Not available for this model
Camber Profile
Used market
What to inspect and what not to confuse when buying used. Not on-snow reviews.
Yes 420
Yes’s directional powder 420. Used examples are scarcer than Basics and get mixed with Hybrid or All-In searches. 420 PH is a different listing — confirm the name on the topsheet, and inspect the nose and tail rather than paying for the number alone.