Jones Snowboards Alpine Touring

Frequently Asked Questions

• What distinguishes Jones Alpine Touring gear from Jones’s freeride and splitboard lines?

  Jones Alpine Touring products prioritize uphill efficiency and lightweight, skin-compatible setups built for sustained ascents and technical descents. Many AT offerings use Jones technologies like Master Core, sintered bases, and Bcomp Carbon Flax stringers to balance low weight, durability, and descent performance, while features such as 3D Base Contour and Traction Tech are tuned to improve edge hold and turn initiation on varied snow.
• How should I choose the right length and width for a Jones Alpine Touring ski?

  Pick length based on your height, weight, and riding style—shorter for tighter, more technical terrain and easier maneuvering; longer for stability at speed and better float in deep snow. Select width to match your boot sole and the snow you ride: narrower for quicker edge-to-edge response and firmer snow, wider for flotation in powder. Always consult the specific Jones model size chart for exact recommendations.
• How does a Jones Alpine Touring setup compare to a Jones splitboard for backcountry missions?

  Alpine Touring skis with tech (pin) or alpine touring bindings offer efficient, independent uphill travel on two skis and typically better edge control on hard snow, while a splitboard converts a snowboard into touring mode and uses snowboard boots and split-specific bindings. Skis generally climb faster and handle varied skin tracks more nimbly; splitboards are preferable if you want snowboard-style turns on the descent. Your choice should reflect whether you prioritize uphill efficiency and edge performance (AT skis) or snowboard feel and single-board simplicity (splitboard).
• Which Jones technologies most directly improve uphill efficiency and skin performance?

  Climbing skins and proper skin-cut geometry are the primary elements for reliable uphill grip, and collapsible adjustable poles help conserve energy and packability on long approaches. Lightweight constructions like Master Core and the use of Bcomp Carbon Flax stringers reduce swing weight and vibration, improving climb efficiency and lowering fatigue on long tours.
• What terrain and skill level are Jones Alpine Touring products best suited for?

  Jones AT gear is designed for backcountry alpine objectives—skin-track approaches, long ridge traverses, and technical descents in variable conditions—making it well suited to intermediate-to-advanced skiers comfortable with AT bindings, boot systems, and avalanche safety. If you’re new to backcountry travel, start with guided outings and technique training before tackling steeper, more complex alpine terrain.