{"product_id":"2027-bataleon-whatever-snowboard","title":"2027 Bataleon Whatever Snowboard","description":"\u003ch1\u003e2027 Bataleon Whatever Snowboard | The Ultimate Catch-Free Quiver Killer\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTrue to its name, the \u003cb\u003e2027 \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/welcomeboardstore.com.au\/collections\/snowboards?sort_by=created-descending\u0026amp;filter.p.vendor=Bataleon\u0026amp;filter.v.price.gte=\u0026amp;filter.v.price.lte=\" title=\"Bataleon\"\u003eBataleon\u003c\/a\u003e Whatever\u003c\/b\u003e is designed to handle, well... whatever the mountain throws at you. Don't let the unique tail shape fool you; this is a high-performance Directional Twin with a \"ride-anything\" attitude. Whether you're lapping the park, laying down carves on freshly groomed corduroy, or ducking into the trees for some fresh lines, the Whatever provides a playful yet responsive feel that makes every run better. It's the perfect blend of freestyle fun and all-mountain capability, built to help you progress your skills and become a master of the entire resort.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKey Technical Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMedium Camber with Twin 3BT™ \u0026amp; SideKick™:\u003c\/b\u003e Bataleon's signature Triple Base Technology provides a wide, stable center base with Medium Sidebase Uplift. This creates a hull-like shape that makes turn initiation effortless and provides a legendary catch-free ride, all while maintaining the explosive pop of positive camber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDirectional Twin Shape:\u003c\/b\u003e While it looks unique, the sidecut is symmetrical. This gives you the freestyle versatility of a twin for riding switch, combined with a slightly shifted stance that offers extra stability and better drive when you're charging forward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eFlex 5\/10 (The Sweet Spot):\u003c\/b\u003e This mid-flex rating is the ultimate \"Goldilocks\" zone. It's soft enough to be playful and forgiving for jibbing and buttering, yet stiff enough to hold a solid edge when you're pinning it down a steep run.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eD.S.T. SuperTubes:\u003c\/b\u003e Two hollow carbon cylinders are embedded into the core to amplify the board's natural camber. This tech adds serious rebound and \"snap\" to your ollies without increasing the overall weight of the board.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight Core:\u003c\/b\u003e A 50\/50 blend of Poplar and Paulownia wood creates a lively, strong, and exceptionally balanced core. It's lightweight underfoot, making the board easy to toss around in the air or maneuver through tight Aussie bush.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHyper Glide S Base:\u003c\/b\u003e A durable, high-speed sintered base that's built to take a beating. It holds wax exceptionally well, ensuring you have the glide needed to clear flat transitions and outrun your mates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBi-Ax Laminate \u0026amp; Carbon Stringers:\u003c\/b\u003e The lightweight fiberglass weave keeps the board torsionally playful, while strategic carbon layups fine-tune the flex to ensure the board remains stable and predictable at speed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e+2 Backseat Inserts:\u003c\/b\u003e When a sneaky storm cycle hits, shift your weight back instantly for added float in deep powder without the leg burn.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cb\u003e2027 Bataleon Whatever\u003c\/b\u003e is the definitive \"quiver killer\" for the intermediate rider who doesn't want to be limited by their gear. It's forgiving enough to learn new tricks in the park but sophisticated enough to rip the whole mountain. Fun, versatile, and ready for anything the Australian winter can throw at it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy Now at Welcome Boardstore for the best in authentic Snow gear and apparel. For more Snow tips, news, and brand deep-dives, be sure to check out \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/welcomeboardstore.com.au\/blogs\/news\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eThe Welcome Journal\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Bataleon","offers":[{"title":"148","offer_id":42249397207143,"sku":"8721164503771","price":949.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"154","offer_id":42249397239911,"sku":"8721164503795","price":949.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"156W","offer_id":42249397272679,"sku":"8721164503818","price":949.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"159W","offer_id":42249397305447,"sku":null,"price":949.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true},{"title":"162W","offer_id":42249397338215,"sku":null,"price":949.99,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0049\/4426\/5319\/files\/bataleon-whatever-base-resized.png?v=1773382512","url":"https:\/\/welcomeboardstore.com.au\/products\/2027-bataleon-whatever-snowboard","provider":"Welcome Boardstore","version":"1.0","type":"link"}