Powder

Burton Family Tree Hometown Hero Snowboard

Built for Pow Days, Icy Trees, and Everything In Between

The Burton Hometown Hero is the ultimate do-it-all board for riders who want one board that rips in all conditions. From tight trees and powder stashes to chopped-up groomers and icy lines, this board was built to handle it all—especially the rough, technical terrain found in places like Burton’s own backyard in Vermont.

• Intermediate to expert riders

• Freeride-focused, all-terrain versatility

• Trees, powder, Crud-Busting Power, and everything in between

• Directional Camber – Gives you edge control, pop, and float all in one ride.

• Freeride Directional Shape – Twin-like feel when flat, with directional power and float when on edge.

• Tapered Tail (12mm) – Keeps the nose up in powder and makes tight turns easier.

• Carbon Highlights – Boosts response and power without adding weight.

• Balanced Freeride Geometry – Stable at speed but still playful when you want it to be.

• The Channel® Mounting – Dial in your stance and use with any major binding brand.

With a Freeride Directional shape, camber profile, and just the right amount of taper, the Hometown Hero floats effortlessly in soft snow but still carves with power and control on firmer days. If you're looking for a daily driver that never feels out of place, this is it.

Waist Width: 152cm  248mm.  Sidecut: 7.2m

                       156cm  252mm.                 7.4m

                       156W   260mm.                 7.4m

                       160cm  258mm.                7.7m

                        160W  265mm.                 7.7m                  

The 2026 Jones Women’s Stratos is the ultimate hybrid all-mountain snowboard, designed for riders who want to shred every part of the mountain. With a directional shape and powerful camber profile, it delivers a lively, responsive ride while the added Float Pack boosts performance in deep snow—giving it the surfy feel of a powder board with the carving control of a freeride machine.

Whether you're cruising groomers, charging steeps, or dipping into the trees, the Women’s Stratos handles it all with ease. Its centered stance allows for smooth, balanced turns and easy switch riding, while the board’s playful yet precise nature makes it perfect for those who demand versatility and performance in one sleek package.

Shape / Profile: Directional Camber / Rocker

Flex: Mid-Stiff

Base: Sintered 8000

Details:

• Base:

• Material: Sintered 9900 Base

• Features: Ultra-fast, durable, and easy to repair; factory-waxed with WEND natural wax. 

• Construction:

• Core: Power Core

• Composition: Bamboo, Paulownia, and PoplarBenefits: Lightweight, poppy, and stable with added durability and torsional stiffness from bamboo stringers. 

• Laminate: Biax Fiberglass with Bio Resin

• Structure: Dual-layer, multi-directional fiberglass laminatePerformance: Provides a lively yet forgiving ride with balanced mid-soft torsional flex and responsive energy transfer. 

• Stringers: BComp Carbon Flax

• Composition: Blend of carbon and flaxAdvantages: Carbon adds pop and power, while flax smooths vibrations and reduces environmental impact compared to full carbon designs.

• Topsheet: Premium Topsheet

• Features: Durable and scratch-resistant, designed for daily use. Sidewalls: Recycled ABS

• Design: Round finish to deflect impacts and prevent chipping and cracks, enhancing durability. 

• Edges: Recycled German Steel:Quality: Bombproof edges made for strength and longevity. 

• 3D Contour Base 3.0:
• Design: Freeride-focused 3D base contours with 7mm spoon bevel in both nose and tail.
• Benefits: Reduces tip drag for effortless turns, better glide, and enhanced float. (balmoralboards.com.au)
• Traction Tech 3.0:
• Structure: Three bumps per edge (front binding, board center, back binding).
• Function: Enhances edge grip, providing a firm, reliable hold on the snow. (balmoralboards.com.au)
• Float Pack Inserts:
• Purpose: Additional set of inserts for a setback stance, making deep powder riding easier. 
• Factory Tuned:
• Preparation: All Jones boards come detuned in the tip and tail, ready to ride straight from the factory. 
• WEND Natural Wax:
• Application: Factory-waxed with WEND natural wax, ready to ride as soon as you hit the mountain.
• Forever Flex:

Process: Overbuilt during manufacturing and then broken in to mimic 20 days of riding, ensuring consistent flex throughout the board's life. 

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