The Bataleon Placebo Snowboard is doing something Bataleon has never done before, building a board with a flat, traditional base instead of their signature 3D shaping. Where Bataleon's other boards are built to forgive you, this one is built to reward you, with a stiff flex and centered carbon SuperTube that turns every edge press into direct, no nonsense feedback. It's for the rider who's put in the hours and wants the mountain to feel exactly as fast and sharp as they are. Nothing lifted, nothing softened. Product Details Rocker Type: Medium 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... Flex: Flex Rating: 8 (1 Soft - 10 Stiff) Shape: Directional Twin Core: Light Core: A 2:2 blend of Poplar and Paulownia creates a well-balanced core that is both lively and strong. Laminates: Tri-Ax Laminate: Bataleon's three-way fiberglass weave is light, strong and crazy responsive. It is used to beef up the flex pattern on more aggressive boards. Carbon Stringers: Carbon is incredibly lightweight and delivers explosive pop, quick edge response, and exceptional dampening at high speeds. By incorporating carbon fiber stringers into the board’s construction, we can fine-tune the flex and elevate your ride to the next level. Bataleon strategically place carbon stringers in specific areas of the board to fine-tune the feel of each model. C.S.T. (Central Super Tube): Hollow carbon cylinders inserted directly into the center of the woodcore. They reinforce camber, reduce weight, and significantly increase pop. By varying their placement, we can further fine-tune the board's performance. Base: Ultra Glide S: Premium, 7000-grade sintered base reserved for Bataleon's high-end models. Binding Compatibility: 2 x 4 Insert Pattern A-Grade German Stainless Steel Inserts: These high quality inserts can take years of binding stance switches.
