Burton Custom vs Jones Flagship
107 facts in comparison
Based on 735 Reddit opinions. Close raceโJones FlagshipJones Flagship edges ahead.
735 opinions
Jones Flagship leads by 5pts
VS
76%
B
Based on
988 Redditors
Burton Custom
~$669.77
395 opinions
tldr; The 'Honda Civic' of snowboarding - reliable all-mountain camber board. Solid everywhere, exceptional nowhere. Beginner-friendly progression board.
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Reddit's Pick
81%
B+
Based on
778 Redditors
Winner
Jones Flagship
~$524.97
340 opinions
tldr; Directional all-mountain charger praised for stability and edge hold. Stiff and damp - not for beginners or park rats.
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๐ฏEDG
63
Points
77
Points
Score by Category
Flex & Feel
42%52%
Terrain Suitability
77%84%
Durability
56%88%
Comfort & Fit
100%100%
Edge Hold
62%83%
Why is Jones Flagship better than Burton Custom?
- Higher Reddit score (81% vs 76%)
- Better terrain (84% vs 77%)
- Better edge hold (83% vs 62%)
- Better flex (52% vs 42%)
- Better durability (88% vs 56%)
- Better value (57% vs 42%)
- Directional camber for freeride charging
- Traction Tech edges praised for ice grip
Based on 1,766 Reddit opinions
Slight Edge
Reddit prefers the Jones FlagshipJones Flagship
Winning by 5 points (81% vs 76%)
Better terrain
Better edge hold
Better flex
High confidence (1,766 mentions)
๐ฌReddit Sentiment
Based on 1,766 Reddit mentionsOverall Rating
Burton Custom
7.6/10
988 mentions
Jones Flagship
8.1/10
778 mentions
COMFORT
Burton Custom10.0/10
Jones Flagship10.0/10
FLEX
Burton Custom4.2/10
Jones Flagship5.2/10
TERRAIN
Burton Custom7.7/10
Jones Flagship8.4/10
VALUE
Burton Custom4.2/10
Jones Flagship5.7/10
DURABILITY
Burton Custom5.6/10
Jones Flagship8.8/10
EDGE HOLD
Burton Custom6.2/10
Jones Flagship8.3/10
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Head to Head
| Topic | Burton Custom | Jones Flagship |
|---|---|---|
Comfort | 100% | 100% |
Flex | 42% | 52% |
Terrain | 77% | 84% |
Value | 42% | 57% |
Durability | 56% | 88% |
Edge Hold | 62% | 83% |
Category Wins
Burton Custom: 0|Jones Flagship: 5
Head to Head
Burton Custom: 0|Jones Flagship: 5
Comfort
Burton Custom100%
Jones Flagship100%
FlexJones Flagship
Burton Custom42%
Jones Flagship52%
TerrainJones Flagship
Burton Custom77%
Jones Flagship84%
ValueJones Flagship
Burton Custom42%
Jones Flagship57%
DurabilityJones Flagship
Burton Custom56%
Jones Flagship88%
Edge HoldJones Flagship
Burton Custom62%
Jones Flagship83%
Burton Custom
76%
81%
Jones Flagship
Burton Custom76%
Jones Flagship81%
Jones Flagship wins by 5 points
Key Specs
| Spec | Burton Custom | Jones Flagship |
|---|---|---|
| Bend | Camber or Flying V | โ |
| Shape | Directional Twin | Tapered Directional |
| Flex | Twin | โ |
| Core | Super Fly IIโข 700G Core with Dualzoneโข EGDโข | Power Core (Bamboo, Paulownia, Poplar) |
| Fiberglass | 45 degree Carbon Highlights | โ |
Key Highlights
Burton Custom
๐ฟ Flying V or Camber profile options
๐น True twin all-mountain shape
๐๏ธ Beginner-friendly progression board
๐ฐ Often discounted - good value used
โ ๏ธ Outgrown quickly by progressing riders
Jones FlagshipWinner
๐๏ธ Directional camber for freeride charging
๐ง Traction Tech edges praised for ice grip
๐ช Stiff flex (7-8/10) - advanced riders only
โ๏ธ Floats well in powder with setback stance
โ ๏ธ Not playful - built for speed and stability
Topic Battles
Burton Custom: 0|Tied: 1|Jones Flagship: 4
โญFlex & Feel
Jones Flagship winsBurton Custom
42%
Jones Flagship
52%
โญTerrain Suitability
Jones Flagship winsBurton Custom
77%
Jones Flagship
84%
๐งDurability
Jones Flagship winsBurton Custom
56%
Jones Flagship
88%
โค๏ธComfort & Fit
Burton Custom
100%
Jones Flagship
100%
๐ฏEdge Hold
Jones Flagship winsBurton Custom
62%
Jones Flagship
83%
Based on Reddit sentiment across 5 categories
๐Where They Rank
๐ฌWhat Redditors Actually Say
What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Jones Flagship
Best Praise
+29 ptsโRode a Flagship for several years as my main board. "dull" is not a word I would associate with it, because it's main purpose is to bomb, ride ice/chop/chunder and hit trees with. I've got a Capita BSOD that I've been riding for the past two seasons. I'll probably buy another Flagship in the future.โ
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+10 ptsโExactly. My 162 Jones Flagship is not well suited for this.โ
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What Redditors Say
Best praise vs top criticism for Burton Custom
Best Praise
+186 ptsโIt's rare on this subreddit where I see one of these posts and think 'hmm yeah that's probably worth it.' A relatively new Burton Custom with step-ins should reasonably resell at $300. One condition is If the bindings are too small by two sizes then it's probably too small for you though. Meaning, if those are size small bindings and you need size large, my eyeballs say they're not fitting on there.โ
r/snowboarding
ViewTop Criticism
+22 ptsโItโs hard to believe that new custom isnโt AI artwork. I like it but definitely has that AI slop feeling to it.โ
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Sentiment Over Time
Burton Custom
Jones Flagship
๐Historical Price Data
Burton Custom
Jones Flagship
Burton Custom
All-time low: $475.95(2026-03)
Jones Flagship
All-time low!
$110 below 90-day avg
Which is Better?
Jones Flagship Wins
81%
Flagship
vs
76%
Custom
Close race, but Jones Flagship edges ahead by 5 points based on 1,766 Reddit opinions.
Why Jones FlagshipWinner
- Better Value for Money (57% vs 42%)
Why Burton Custom
- ๐ฟ Flying V or Camber profile options
- ๐น True twin all-mountain shape
โค๏ธThe Love/Hate Breakdown
Sentiment Breakdown
36%Positive
Positive
36%Neutral
56%Negative
8%Based on 778 Reddit opinions
Sentiment Breakdown
31%Positive
Positive
31%Neutral
60%Negative
9%Based on 988 Reddit opinions
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Jones Flagship or Burton Custom?
Based on 1,766 Reddit comments, Jones Flagship has a slight edge with 81% positive sentiment vs Burton Custom's 76%. The difference is small, so both are solid choices.
Should I buy Jones Flagship or Burton Custom?
Both have similar approval ratings (81% vs 76%), so focus on specific features, pricing, and what matters most to you.
What do Redditors love about Jones Flagship?
Reddit users highlight: Directional camber for freeride charging. Traction Tech edges praised for ice grip. Stiff flex (7-8/10) - advanced riders only. With 778 mentions and 81% approval, it's a well-regarded choice in the community.
What do Redditors say about Burton Custom?
Reddit users highlight: Flying V or Camber profile options. True twin all-mountain shape. Beginner-friendly progression board. With 988 mentions and 76% approval, it remains a popular alternative.
How many Reddit reviews were analyzed?
This comparison analyzed 1,766 Reddit comments: 778 about Jones Flagship and 988 about Burton Custom. Data was sourced from Snowboarding Gear community discussions.
How accurate are these ratings?
Our sentiment analysis is approximately 80-85% accurate compared to manual review. Well-discussed products with many mentions tend to have more reliable scores than niche items with fewer data points.
Why trust Reddit over professional reviews?
Reddit users bought products with their own money and have no incentive to mislead. You're seeing hundreds of real opinions across different use cases, not just one reviewer's take. This crowdsourced approach surfaces both common praise and recurring complaints.
735 Reddit opinions analyzed ยท Last updated 5/13/2026