Bataleon Whatever vs Never Summer Swift

How they compare

Both target all mountain terrain, while the Never Summer Swift leans more freeride/powder. The Bataleon Whatever uses a directional twin shape while the Never Summer Swift 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 Never Summer Swift uses hybrid (camber/rocker) (mix of camber and rocker zones for all-mountain versatility—grip, float, and play in one profile). The Never Summer Swift is slightly stiffer, though both sit in the medium range. At $549.95 vs $699.99 MSRP, the Bataleon Whatever is the more budget-friendly option.