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Register your productThe Mini Mind Expander is a youth all-mountain board designed by surf shaper Chris Christenson that allows young, lightweight riders to blaze fresh tracks and draw creative lines down the mountain. With a floaty nose, short sidecut and playful flex, the MIni Mind Expander is ready to shred pow and slash around in deep snow like a full grown ripper.
Medium flex for confident control
Tapered directional shape for nimble float
Directional rocker profile for float + grip
A snowboard's outline defines many of its characteristics, from how it turns or floats in powder to its performance riding switch. Shape affects everything from the width and taper of the nose and tail, to the position of the stance relative to the board's center.
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A directional outline with a longer nose, shorter tail and setback stance to optimize float, maneuverability and edge power. Designed for riders who prioritize performance on groomers and in the backcountry over park riding.
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A custom, surf-inspired, tip-to-tail rocker profile designed by surf shaper Chris Christenson. When you weight the tail of the board the nose ramps up out of the snow for unbeatable float on the deepest days.
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Our most accentuated taper, reserved for powder-focused shapes where float and maneuverability in deep snow are the priority. The wider nose plows through soft snow while the narrower tail sinks naturally. Any shape with more than 15mm of taper between the nose and tail.
Inspired by the rounded bottom contours of surfboards, 3D Contour Bases are designed to make every run smoother and every turn more effortless by reducing the drag of the board tips. 3D Contour Bases enhance glide and improve float, helping you ride faster and with better flow. Learn more
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3D Contour Base tuned for all-terrain featuring 4mm of spoon bevel in the nose and 0-4mm of spoon bevel in the tail. Spoon bevel starts just before the contact points.
When riding flat, the spoon bevel on the edges is not engaged, but it does help smoothly deflect snow away from the nose of the board.
As you begin to make a turn, the spoon bevel helps you smoothly roll the board on to your egde with less friction and edge drag.
In the middle of a turn, camber and Traction Tech keep you locked onto your egde in the center of the board while the spoon bevel reduces the "plow effect" of your nose and tail edges.
100% of our adult models feature high-end materials, construction technologies and responsible manufacturing processes. We accept no compromises in producing the most durable and responsibly produced snowboarding gear. Learn more by checking out our Materials Library
Dual density wood core made out of responsibly harvested Paulownia and Poplar. 1:1 Paulownia to Poplar stringer ratio creates a lightweight core that’s poppy and durable.
Biaxial fiberglass laminate made with a dual-layer, dual-directional construction that delivers a forgiving yet snappy board feel with a mid-soft torsional flex and quick energy transfer.
Durable and scratch resistant premium topsheet engineered to endure rigorous daily use in extreme conditions.
Premium extruded base material that is fast, durable, easy to repair, and offers consistent performance with minimal maintenance
All Jones snowboards come factory waxed with WEND natural wax so they’re ready to shred straight out of the shop.
A bio-based epoxy made with 27% plant-based carbon that reduces CO₂ emissions by 33% compared to conventional petroleum-based epoxy. Sourced from plant-based industrial by-products, its unmatched bonding properties deliver industry leading durability and performance.
Recycled ABS sidewalls with a rounded finish that are engineered to enhance durability by reducing topsheet chipping and impact damage.
Bombproof steel edges made from recycled German steel, engineered for maximum strength and long-lasting durability.
Pro sizing tip: To decide between the two sizes, choose the shorter board for a more playful ride with quicker turns and greater maneuverability, or the longer board for added stability, control, and float.
Choose your ideal board size range using your body weight and boot size.
Not sure which size will suit you best? Use our
| Board size (cm) | 130 | 138 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight range (lbs/kg) | 75-120 lbs. / 34-54 kg. | 90-140 lbs. / 41-63 kg. |
| Ideal boot size (US / EU) | US 4-6 / EU 35.5-38 | US 5-7 / EU 37-39.5 |
| Big Horn Series* | ||
| Board waist width (cm) | 23.8 | 24.0 |
| Bindings recommended size | S | S |
*If you wear US Men's 11.5 or bigger, look for our Big Horn Series boards with minimum waist width 26.3 cm.
| Board size (cm) | 130 | 138 |
|---|---|---|
| Board weight | 1.9kg / 4.2lbs | 2.2kg / 4.9lbs |
| Surface area (dm2) | 31.7 | 34.2 |
| Contact length (cm) | 72.0 | 79.6 |
| Effective edge length (cm) | 91 | 99 |
| Tip length (cm) | 39.0 | 39.2 |
| Tail length (cm) | 19.0 | 19.2 |
| Waist width (cm) | 23.8 | 24.0 |
| Underfoot width - front foot (cm) | 26.3 | 26.4 |
| Underfoot width - back foot (cm) | 24.3 | 24.5 |
| Tip width (cm) | 27.4 | 27.9 |
| Tail width (cm) | 25.2 | 25.7 |
| Sidecut radius (m) | 5.6 | 6.0 |
| Taper (mm) | 22.0 | 22.0 |
| Reference stance (cm/in) | 52.0 / 20.5 | 52.0 / 20.5 |
| Centered stance (cm/in) | 50 / 19.7 | 50 / 19.7 |
| Insert pack | Standard Pack | Standard Pack |
| Stance setback (cm) | 0 | 0 |
Pro sizing tip: To decide between the two sizes, choose the shorter board for a more playful ride with quicker turns and greater maneuverability, or the longer board for added stability, control, and float.
Choose your ideal board size range using your body weight and boot size.
Not sure which size will suit you best? Use our
| Board size (cm) | 130 | 138 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight range (lbs/kg) | 75-120 lbs. / 34-54 kg. | 90-140 lbs. / 41-63 kg. |
| Ideal boot size (US / EU) | US 4-6 / EU 35.5-38 | US 5-7 / EU 37-39.5 |
| Big Horn Series* | ||
| Board waist width (cm) | 23.8 | 24.0 |
| Bindings recommended size | S | S |
*If you wear US Men's 11.5 or bigger, look for our Big Horn Series boards with minimum waist width 26.3 cm.
Not sure which size will suit you best? We can put you in the right ballpark if you give us your boot size and weight. If you’d really like to dial in your board choice, contact our Gear Gurus here.
| Board size (cm) | 130 | 138 |
|---|---|---|
| boots_min_size | 4.0 | 5.0 |
| boots_max_size | 6.0 | 8.0 |
| min_weight | 75.0 | 90.0 |
| max_weight | 115.0 | 145.0 |
| comment | The Mini Mind Expander is designed to be ridden 2-3 cm shorter than your standard board. | The Mini Mind Expander is designed to be ridden 2-3 cm shorter than your standard board. |
Having ridden the first Mind Expander and loved it (maybe a little soft at the front) I had to buy the next Mind Expander which I loved even more - especially given it was now a lot stiffer up front and no more vibrations. So how do you top this board?
Easy - throw in a bunch of camber and make it stiffer - what a weapon!
The only bad side to it, I now have no use for my Aviator!
Hi,\n I have a Hovercraft, a UMX and a flagship. And i have a carbón split jones.\n My prefer board is the flagship, but the UMX, is a very good board. I love JONES. \n Best regards.\n José
Amazing powder board and equally as fun carving the groomers or banging a back foot hack in the spring slush. Ridden it now in good powder at Mt Hutt NZ and Myoko Japan and couldn't fault it. Do yourself a favour and expand your mind.
Hi,
I have a Hovercraft, a UMX and a flagship. And i have a carbón split jones.
My prefer board is the flagship, but the UMX, is a very good board. I love JONES.
Best regards.
José
I love this board. Super floaty and easy to turn. It just wants to go!
Hi JK,
We love hearing that the Mini Mind Expander 'just wants to go!'. Appreciate you leaving such a kind review :)
Chase
Jones Customer Service
Super happy with this board.. Thx Jones!
My son loves the mini mind expander. Offered so much stability and speed to his riding.
Bought for my 10 year old son. We live in and ride in Alaska. Perfect pow board for kids. He made it out 85 days last season and a good amount of that was on this board.
After a back injury pushing my 168W Flagship around was rough so I needed to size down the daily driver. I might have gone a little short with the 158 but this thing is quick and nimble
It holds a carve well with relatively low vibration at speed and is great in the trees. Wish it had the same gas pedal as the flagship but that’s what I get for sizing down.
Jones never disappoints
Overall the board performed well - very little nose chatter, smooth transition rail to rail, and speed generation impressive. One thing I'm struggling with is front foot fatigue (only on this new board). Of all things common the board and bindings are the only new item(s).
Rips through crud perfectly, amazing performance in very snow starved conditions at Snowbasin Resort out in Utah. Very strong freeriding potential from the little that I have done, and amazing performance in carves.
After dealing with a warranty issue with my Flagship (which i am also in love with) I decided to splurge and get the UME and i will tell you, i cant believe i waited this long. This board is about 7-9cm shorter than my other boards, but it handles ridiculously well at high speeds. It carved through powder, shredded through the trees, and bombed down the groomers. There is NOTHING this board cant handle! i love this board and will take it with me everywhere i go!
SIDE NOTE:
Jacob, from Jones Warranty Department was excellent and a pleasure to communicate with regarding my issues. He helped facilitate the purchase of this amazing board and i could NOT thank him enough!
I'm a 5ft tall 105lb woman riding the 130 and it is great in powder. Super floaty, makes quick turns. Also fun in moguls and groomers. I'd like to thank Jones for making a small powder board because I couldn't find one anywhere else. It's not the easiest board for fast carving (stated in the description), feels a bit sketchy but I'm getting there with practice
strong &tuffness very nice!
but sole not smooth , i felt resistance snow surface
compared to my gentem stick one.
Awesome board, loved it power through 1m of fresh powder in Japan this year..
The positives are that its a solid board that rides great in perfect conditions, ie.from a little bit of pow to a lot of pow - the more pow, the better it rides. Especially carving. It does hold well on major steeps though.
The negative is it doesn't ride well on hard pack and ice. The nose is very large and makes quick turning tough through the trees. I thought it would be a bit lighter and nimbler.
Amigos de Jones!\n La Ultra Mind Expander es la mejor tabla que he tenido hasta el momento y he podido disfrutar de media docena de tablas Jones. Nuestro proveedor Mombisurf en Valle de Arán Cataluí±a (Spain) nos asesora de maravilla. A Mombi y Gonzalo "Gon" ya le hemos encargado 3 tablas del nuevo modelo Jones para la próxima temporada. Estamos esperándolas con muchas ganas! Fuerte abrazo y gracias por producir respetando el medio ambiente. GRACIAS.
The board is perfect , its designed for a specific purpose and do the job all the way. With a few words anyone who knows how to do it and wants to go beyond, will love and appreciate this board. Dont change anything on it so we will be able to buy it again in some seasons. Thank you for the good times !
The Board is awesome!
A genius on the groomed slope and also fantastic with deep powder.
It works at any speed, I really love it
Most FUN A PET ON A SNOWBOARD
awesome board
The UME is my perfect everyday board- it handles all conditions exactly how I want. I have a ME, UltraCraft and UME- love them all but I put the most days on the UME without question. Get it- period
Full disclosure: I own 3 Jones boards, 161 carbon flagship, 154 ultra mind expander, and 154 storm chaser.
I got the ultra to replace my carbon flagship as a daily resort board. I've ridden it for around 10 days now in every type of condition possible: pow, ice, uneven terrain, groomers, on/off piste, even on a sand dune (no joke).
What impressed me most is how turny and slashy this board is, you can rail a hard carve and leave a trench at any speed without washing out. The turn initiation is insanely fast edge to edge, and gives me a very "in control" feel.
A few comparisons:
Carbon Flagship: With the CF you have to, at minimum, ride above 30mph to get a solid engagement from the board, it turns quickly but only when you're going above 30mph, and it really really like to straightline. With the CF, you're just a bystander along for the pants soiling ride.. before you know it, you're bombing down at 60mph and praying you don't wake up next to hospital lights. Don't get me wrong, the CF has its place and is bar-none the best at freeriding and stability at speed, but for all its accolades, I wanted something more daily-able that's also fun at slower speed.
In comes the UME, which combines the best of CF while maintaining a fun personality (CF being a serious personality). It's super stable at speed too, I didn't notice any chatter around 50mph - which is the fastest I've gone in the UME, and because the turn initiation is so quick, it makes tree riding and railing hard carve on groomers a blast! In powder, its no less a board than any other pow board, the short tail with big nose makes riding pow pretty effortless. Riding in pow, I actually to lean forward on the ultra to get better speed and control, but the fact that I can lean forward shows how well the huge nose and spoon shape floats.
Storm Chaser: The storm chaser is a powder machine, but I mistakenly rode it on uneven terrain in the spring time, the rocker profile bucked me around so hard that I was like never again in bumpy conditions. That set the stage for why I went with the UME over the regular ME. I ride in Tahoe (Squaw Valley) where we get all types of conditions - when its good, it's knee deep powder for days but those are few and far in between for me (because the highway gets shut down before I can get up there), so the majority of my riding is on uneven terrain, groomer hard pack, and the occasional pow. This is where the camber profile really shines and gives the board the stability I'm looking for in a daily. To date, I haven't washed out or got bucked around like I'm riding a snow horse and I've charged some hard lines with this (double black at mammoth).
Look, I'm not saying the majority of people who get the normal vs the ultra don't enjoy it, I'm just saying don't overlook the ultra because in my opinion, it's a much better all rounder and if you're like me, looking for an incredibly fun daily to tear up the whole mountain (park aside) this board would put a huge smile on your face.
5 good days in and it is still difficult to put the ride into words; the first time I nosed downhill on this board it was as though this was the board I had been trying to ride for my entire life. Slash anything, float over everything, and to my surprise when you lay down a serious arc it will not flinch. Is it perfect? Of course not, but it's the closest thing I've found. Fun-seekers only.
The faintest chatter in the spoon nose at ballistic speeds doesn't affect the ride, and stomping cliffs on a snubbed tail has a different dynamic. Obviously switch is a challenge, but it tries hard. I don't think I can ride a flat base or twin again. I'm ruined.
This board is a Ferrari. It is the board that you compare all other boards to. Of all the boards I've ever ridden, this board shape and performance make them more like a VW. there really is no comparison. EXPAND YOUR MIND!
Versatile · Comfortable · Responsive
Resort · Easy-to-turn · Fun & playful
