Bataleon Thunderstorm vs Never Summer Proto Ultra

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Bataleon Thunderstorm leans more freeride/powder, while the Never Summer Proto Ultra leans more freestyle. The Bataleon Thunderstorm uses a directional shape while the Never Summer Proto Ultra is twin. Both feature hybrid (rocker/camber) profiles — mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile. The Never Summer Proto Ultra is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range.