Yes Basic vs Yes Optimistic
Snowboards comparison — 2018-2019 season
Compare two models
How they compare
the Yes Basic leans more all mountain, while the Yes Optimistic leans more freeride. The Yes Basic uses a twin shape while the Yes Optimistic is directional. The Yes Basic has a other profile (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile), while the Yes Optimistic uses camber (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise).
Ratings
Piste
Yes Basic
7
Yes Optimistic
6
Powder
Yes Basic
5
Yes Optimistic
8
Freestyle
Yes Basic
6
Yes Optimistic
1
Freeride
Yes Basic
5
Yes Optimistic
10
Stiffness
Yes BasicN/A
Yes OptimisticN/A
Versatility
Yes Basic
8
Yes Optimistic
5
Yes Basic
Yes Optimistic
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain
TerrainFreeride
ShapeTwin
ShapeDirectional
CamberOther
CamberCamber
FlexN/A
FlexN/A
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