I’m 6'2" and weigh 222 lbs, and I’ve got to say, the ThunderStorm 2025 is a serious game changer for me! First off, it's a gorgeous board—I got tons of compliments from lift staff. Coming from an entry-level flat-rocker, this upgrade is incredible.
The 3BT, Sidekick, and Supertubes tech really deliver; I hardly caught an edge, and it lets me turn more aggressively. It’s super light compared to my old board, and the pop on side hits is awesome. Plus, it cruised smoothly over flat catwalks when my old board would stall out.
As someone getting more comfortable with my riding, this board made practicing switch way more fun and intuitive. I totally recommend the ThunderStorm 2025 if you're looking to step up your game into intermediate or even advanced riding!
This board gives me so much confidence to go hard and make the turns stick.
I upgraded to a Thunderstorm coming from a Funkink and that is a world of difference.
Almost as big as going from an oldscool flat Burton to the Funkink years ago.
I ordered this board. However when I recieved the package, inside was a kids surfer 132 invoiced for someone in Quebec. Really want a response from Bataleon. I want the board I paid for not the 300$ kids board I recieved
i tried the Bataleon Salsa. Generally speaking, the boots are really good. Nice qualitiy, nice designs etc. However the do not have the form i need and i had to send them back.
It took me a few runs to get used to the board, since the shape is like nothing I’ve ever tried before! This board has since become my best friend, I find it easy to steer and playful but still stable enough for speed as well! It’s also super cute hehe! I paired the board with Burton bindings, they work well together!
Delivery from Bataleon was soo seamless, the board got delivered to my doorsteps in around five days, even though I live in Lapland (/pretty far from everywhere).
This board is awesome! It can do whatever lol, I’ve ridden pow days and literal ice days and it rides like a champ. I’ve only gone snowboarding a handful of time but I can already pull off 180s in the park due to this boards maneuverability and 3bt. It’s fuckin awesome. The only draw back I’ve had with it is the top sheet or cover thing has started peeling. I guess from wrecking and the nose going into the snow? I just used a little epoxy and it looks good as new but still annoying I had to do that.
No idea what the Karen was saying about colour not being accurate, colour is very accurate to the pictures. This binding is very comfortable, and the straps are excellent for giving a comfortable locked in position. If that idiot found there to be pressure points or the binding uncomfortable, then they bought the wrong size, or have the wrong size boots on.
I find them to but a bit more responsive and a bit better at absorbing energy then the Union Force Classics which are also great.
Only thing I have noticed is the ratchets can be tough to undo, but they get smoother as you use them. They strap up really easy and stay locked in.
Overall a great Binding, performs great in powder and on groomers. I have ridden them on the Nitro Alternator and Lib Tech TRS in the Rockies and out in Austria.
This is a face mask to keep your face warm and steeze up. Delivers on all counts. Comfy? Yes. Warm? Yes. Looks good? Yes. High quality? Yes. Good price? Yes and sale is even better.
This thing rips....I wanted to give 4.5 out of 5...Bataleon don't rest!...Had 21-22 (white with orange outline) now have 24-25 model. Holds a great edge. Tail feels stiffer but pop feels about the same. I kinda miss the older style tail slapping slush up in the air like annoying skiers...haha. Torsional flex is sick...dialed...This new re-design rides well with a bit better shock absorption. Please improve the longitudinal flex and dampening. Maybe increase the swallow cutout some more or decrease the "hull" length. Overall a great ride.
I brought the 120 Mini shred and bindings, for my 8 yr old son, who is progressing well on it, iv been riding for 32 yrs, and was a snowboard coach for over 10 of them, iv ridden many boards over the years, and this one is well made, looks good, and seems easy to ride, the bindings are well made too, with plenty of adjustment, time will tell to its longevity, now I’m going to demo a disaster to see what this base shape is all about
Bought for the style and didnt think it would actually be snowproof but wore it when we got 3ft of powder on Mt Hood and was blown away by its ability to shed snow. Not perfect, but its a sweatshirt. An awesome sweatshirt!
Love these straps, they feel super comfortable on my feet while also being very secure. I
Color not as depicted. Super uncomfortable. Cause pressure points from the footbed. Customer service impossible to get in touch with. Will not buy Bataleon in the future.
I swear both boards are amazing!! the pop is crazy and its just fun to ride all mountain and even the park!
This is my third Bataleon. I’ve had boards from other brands in between but keep coming back to Bataleon for the 3BT and I especially love this ET+. Learned all of my pretzel tricks on this because the 3BT gives me confidence to not catch an edge and get hurt if I slightly under spin off a rail.
Been snowboarding my entire life since I was little. For the past couple of years I was plateaued in the park. Then one day, the Bataleon Evil Twin+ came into my life. It was an eye opening experience. The TB3 Tech is so much fun to ride and gave shredding a whole new feel. This board has quite literally taken my riding to the next level. It can handle anything from sending large spins on the XL line to abusing it on some rail lines in peak spring conditions. I’ve ridden many boards in my time but this one takes the cake. This board is so much fun I actually quit my full time job this season just to ride everyday. Best decision I have ever made in my life. Bataleon thank you. You have brought happiness and purpose into my life with this creation. I will forever be in your debt.
If you’re thinking of buying one just do it. I will warn you…… riding this thing is extremely addictive. Riding this board will be the only thing on your mind day in - day out.
Great intermediate board with good control and flexibility for fun in the park and navigating those steep blacks!
2 full seasons on a party wave with a little over 40 days per season. this is an all around super fun board. slush fest to pow slaps to groomers and side hits. so glad I gave this a try.
Such a great board!!!
Great for jibbing the mountains, powder and cruising.
Very stabil on fast turns.
I was really struggling decide on a binding. I rode a bunch, and these ones were tge creme de la creme! I tried my current set up with the new union force and it felt dead, but these bring it to life!
Best ankle strapnin the game, nice highback, great footpad.
Only issue i've had is the screws tend to loosen up after the first few runs so I have to tighten them down midday.
I have and will continue to recommend bataleon bindings!
Only got to use it once before the season ended at Bear Mountain. It’s super comfortable and fun for a Beginner/Intermediate like me who’s looking to cruise and hit up parks at the end of the day. Very versatile and can’t wait to try this on real snow next year.