Bataleon Thunderstorm vs Bataleon Whatever
Snowboards comparison — 2026-2027 season
How they compare
the Bataleon Thunderstorm leans more all mountain/powder, while the Bataleon Whatever leans more freestyle. The Bataleon Thunderstorm uses a directional shape while the Bataleon Whatever is directional twin. Both feature camber profiles — arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise. The Bataleon Thunderstorm is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. At $579.95 vs $589.95 MSRP, the Bataleon Whatever is the more budget-friendly option.
Ratings
Piste
Bataleon Thunderstorm
8
Bataleon Whatever
7
Powder
Bataleon Thunderstorm
6
Bataleon Whatever
3
Freestyle
Bataleon Thunderstorm
4
Bataleon Whatever
9
Freeride
Bataleon Thunderstorm
7
Bataleon Whatever
3
Stiffness
Bataleon Thunderstorm
6
Bataleon Whatever
5
Versatility
Bataleon Thunderstorm
7
Bataleon Whatever
5
Bataleon Thunderstorm
Bataleon Whatever
Core Specs
TerrainAll Mountain, Powder
TerrainFreestyle
ShapeDirectional
ShapeDirectional Twin
CamberCamber
CamberCamber
Flex6/10
Flex5/10
Riding LevelN/A
Riding LevelN/A
StanceN/A
StanceN/A
MSRP$589.95
MSRP$579.95
Target AudienceAdults
Target AudienceKids & Adults
Shape Profile
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Not available for this model
Camber Profile