Bataleon Whatever vs Burton Ripcord

How they compare

Both boards are designed for all mountain riding. The Bataleon Whatever uses a directional twin shape while the Burton Ripcord is directional. The Bataleon Whatever has a camber profile (arc underfoot for strong edge hold, pop, and stability on hardpack—lively and precise), while the Burton Ripcord uses flat (neutral base between bindings; predictable, often paired with rocker toward tips/tail). The Bataleon Whatever is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. The Bataleon Whatever targets advanced riders while the Burton Ripcord is aimed at intermediate riders.