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The ThunderStorm is your go-to for high-energy resort action and powder thrills. A directional ride that has no problem going switch, making it a… detailed description
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Bataleon Thunderstorm Unisex Snowboard
The ThunderStorm is your go-to for high-energy resort action and powder thrills. A directional ride that has no problem going switch, making it a versatile hybrid 3D Freeride board that effortlessly handles Freestyle too.
Part of our unisex collection, it is available in a variety of lengths and widths, designed to accommodate riders and boots of all sizes.
Shape & Characteristic
- Flex: 6/10
- Terrain: park 5/10, resort 9/10, powder 9/10
- Directional Twin - More freeride orientated boards where the center base is at its most narrow and the uplift is at its highest. This creates unparalleled float in pow super fast edge-to-edge transitioning.
- Low camber - Camber profiles are defined from low to high. Higher camber make for more dynamic boards that need to be ridden more aggressively to get maximum performance. Lower camber boards are smoother on lower speeds and in powder. All camber profiles run from nose to tail. Higher is not always better...
- High Nose Uplift - a high degree of lifting of the sides of the nose will allow you to float perfectly in deep snow.
- Medium Tail Uplift – the medium level of lifting the sides of the tail supports the 3BT technology and the versatility of the board.
Construction & Technology
- 3BT™ - Triple Base Technology - 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.
- SideKick™ - 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.
- Super Tubes - 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.
- D.S.T. Super Tubes – two Super Tubes on either side of the board increase pop and support snap camber.
- Tri-Ax Lamination – the three-axis fiberglass lamination is lightweight and delivers an extra responsiveness. Used to reinforce the flex of more aggressive boards.
- Ultra Light Core Woodcore – the lightest 70:30 paulownia and poplar wood core for a great weight-to-strength ratio.
- Carbon Stringers – specifically spaced carbon reinforcements for specific tuning of each board.
- The Ultra Glide S Base – the top sintered base marked 7000 is reserved for Bataleon premium models. More molecules in the material means it is extremely durable.
- Flex Walls – cast urethane sidewalls offer exceptional damping, vibration reduction and vibration absorption. It offers flexibility and durability in extreme conditions.
- Topsheet Step Down Rails Top 3D – topsheet with a 3D effect, when the profile is slightly reduced along the sidewall. This will reduce weight and increase precision when carving.
- 24 Inserts – top steel inserts of German quality.
- AirRide™ – an additive added to the wooden core of selected models that dampens vibrations and enables a smoother ride at high speeds. It's like having a suspension system in your snowboard.
How to choose a snowboard
When choosing a snowboard, it is important that it matches the level and experience of the rider and his overall physical constitution - i.e. height and weight. A beginner with no previous experience should choose a snowboard that is not too specific in its parameters for a specific snowboarding style.
Advanced riders usually prefer a specific style – freeride (freeride / pow), freestyle (park riding on obstacles, jumps) or universal/allround (riding on the slope).
VIDEO: How to Choose a Snowboard
The Length of the Snowboard
The length of the snowboard should generally be up to the chin. If the rider is still expected to grow, the size should be chosen between the chin and the nose. For freestyle you can choose a slightly shorter board, but this is not a rule. A board that is too short could make you oversteer in a turn, while a board that is too long makes it difficult to transition into a turn and is generally harder to control.
Weight of the Rider
Each snowboard has a specific weight tolerance - the range of minimum and maximum rider weight. When choosing a snowboard, it is important to consider whether the rider is within this weight tolerance or not. If the rider is too light for the chosen snowboard, they will not flex enough in the turn, will not ride the full length of the effective edge and will not take advantage of the board's characteristics. Riders weighing above the weight tolerance risk overloading the snowboard or damaging it.
If you're not sure if the snowboard you've chosen suits your weight, ask us!
The Width of the Snowboard
The width of the snowboard is also an important parameter. It is important that the rider does not reach the toes or heels of the boots to the slope when riding in an arc. Riders with a boot size of UK 10.5 (EUR 45) and larger should look for wide versions of snowboards. With such a board they will be able to cut arcs without grinding the slope with their toes. There are also snowboards in mid-wide (slightly wider boards) and superwide (wide boards for really big feet) versions.
Flex (Stiffness and Flexibility) of the Snowboard
Softer boards are more suitable for beginners, are easier to control and forgive more mistakes. They are also sought after by freestyle riders who spend most of their time jibbing (riding over obstacles). However, at faster speeds, a soft snowboard is no longer obedient in the arc and cannot bounce as nimbly as a stiffer board.
Stiffer boards require experienced, fast to aggressive riding. When ridden fast, it holds better on edge and overall on frozen surfaces. The choice of a very stiff snowboard depends on the rider's experience, riding style as well as weight - lighter riders should opt for a softer snowboard instead. Not sure how stiff your snowboard is? Ask us!
Women's Snowboards
Women's snowboards take into account the specifics of the female figure. Girls have a different centre of gravity than men, their feet are smaller and their height/weight ratio is also different. All these differences are reflected in the geometry and construction of women's snowboards.
Women's snowboards are narrower, usually softer, and inserts are moved a few millimetres closer to the centre compared to the men's version.
Types of Snowboard Bends
Another criterion when choosing a new snowboard is also the type of bend, such as camber, rocker, flat and various hybrid bends such as 3D camber, double camber etc. The best way to know the type is to put the snowboard on a flat floor and look at its profile to see where it is bent and which parts of the base are touching the ground.
A beginner will be most comfortable with a rocker that is more forgiving of mistakes. The opposite camber bend is better suited for more experienced riders, as it can bite the edge more easily, so it's good to have the snowboard under maximum control, and it has more pop and more precise control over the rocker. The flat shape with almost zero flex provides stability in all terrain, but is most used in snowpark. The hybrid flex is a combination of camber and rocker together, making it a versatile all-mountain board.
Balance of Components
The individual components of the snowboard equipment should be balanced. High-end snowboard assumes a higher model of bindings and snowboard boots. The equipment should be a balanced unit. Manufacturers often list recommended combinations of components in their catalogues and websites.
If you're buying a whole set of gear, it's a good idea to start by choosing your boots. Depending on the size, shape, thickness and possibly the brand of the snowboard boots, the appropriate bindings will be chosen.
For the maximum life of your snowboard, it's a good idea to follow a few rules and tips - these can be found in the article Snowboard maintenance: base and edge care.
Returns
You may return or exchange the goods within 14 days of delivery without giving any reason.