Bataleon Whatever Rop van Mierlo Snowboard

We are excited to introduce this special edition of the Whatever, created in collaboration with our talented friend Rop from the Wild Animals brand. Rop van Mierlo, a Dutch artist and snowboarder based in Amsterdam, graduated from the Design Academy Eindhoven in 2008 and has worked with renowned brands like Marni and Hermès. Rop is best known for his stunning watercolor animals, and for this unique edition of the Whatever, we’ve selected a different feline for each board size, creating a beautifully wild collection of cats.

Shape

Outline Shape

The Whatever features a directional-looking outline with a twin contact surface, delivering a perfect blend of versatility and control.

Nose Sidebase Uplift – Medium

The gradual side base uplift in the nose determines how the board will behave on snow. Most affected are the edge-to-edge performance and the uplift generated when riding powder.

Tail Sidebase Uplift – Medium

The gradual side base uplift in the tail determines how the board will behave on snow. Any amount of uplift brings all the benefits of Triple Base Technology, making our boards more versatile than others.

Camber Profile – Medium Camber

Camber profiles are defined from low to high. Higher camber makes for more dynamic boards that need to be ridden more aggressively to get maximum performance. Lower camber boards are smoother at lower speeds and in powder. All camber profiles run from nose to tail — higher is not always better.

3D Shape – 3BT™ & Sidekick™

Combining the responsiveness of traditional tip-to-tail camber with the dynamic shaping properties of Triple Base Technology and the performance-boosting Sidekick feature makes for a 3D snowboarding experience like no other.

Features

Technology

At the heart of every Bataleon is a combination of 3BT™ and positive camber. It’s an innovative solution to the profile puzzle that minimizes the potential for edge-catch without sacrificing ollie power or carving performance. From this starting point, we fine-tune each element according to the board’s desired riding style.

3D Shaping

SideKick™ builds on the concept of Triple Base by increasing the sidebase uplift just outside the widest points of the nose and tail. The tips become more like a hull, boosting float in deep snow and slicing through crud. It also helps the board to roll quickly and evenly from edge to edge.

Construction

Supertubes™ are hollow carbon cylinders that are inserted directly into the core. They reinforce the camber, reduce weight, and greatly increase pop. By varying their location, we can fine-tune the board’s performance further.

Construction

Glassing – Bi-Ax Lamination

A traditional two-way weave that is light, strong, and playful; it keeps the board snappy without adding torsional stiffness, which is great for getting creative.

Woodcore – Light Core

50/50 Paulownia and poplar create a balanced core that’s lively yet strong.

Base – Ultra Glide S

A premium, 7000-grade sintered base reserved for our high-end models. Packing more molecules into the P-tex means it’s super tough and incredibly fast.

Sidewalls – Flex Walls

Our Urethane Poured Sidewalls offer exceptional shock absorption, reducing chatter and vibration for a smoother, more stable ride. Flexwalls provide flexibility and resilience, maintaining integrity even in extreme conditions. With superior impact resistance, they ensure your snowboard performs at its peak, season after season.

Inserts – 28 Inserts

A-grade German stainless steel inserts make sure you are locked to your board. These high-quality inserts can handle years of binding stance switches.

Layup & Laminate – Carbon Stringers

Our tried and true carbon layups are inserted in different areas to fine-tune the feel of each model.

Tech – D.S.T. SuperTubes

Dual Super Tubes, one on either side of the board, enhance pop and give the camber more snap.

Inserts – +2 Backseat Inserts

Backseat inserts are a set of extra inserts 4cm on the front insert pack and 2cm on the rear insert pack. This allows you to set your bindings all the way back to keep floating on those deep pow days. By shifting your weight back on the board, the nose stays up and pressure on your back leg is reduced.