Construction and Materials

It’s not quite the kitchen sink, but Bataleon have certainly thrown a few taps at this board. Their Ultra Light core is second only to the (wait for it) Super Ultra Light core. At 70% Swiss paulownia and 30% poplar it is a featherweight and lively platform to build upon. Six carbon Supertubes have been milled into it (three on each side) to improve carving response and keep the board feeling stable on edge, even at high speed.

Speaking of stability, the Surfer also features Bataleon’s AirRide technology, an additive within the core that helps dampen vibrations for a smooth-ass ride. Yet more carbon (traditional strips, this time) can be found at the nose and tail; they reinforce the extreme elements of the board’s shape and ensure that its camber profile feels snappy.

A triax-laminate topsheet turns up the torsional stiffness (exactly what you need for aggressive turns) but it’s worth noting that from tip to tail the surfer’s flex is pretty relaxed. This is a more accessible ride than many people realise. Finally, there’s a sintered base that’s not top-of-the-line race grade fast, but it’s no slouch either.

“It’s a pure turning machine, free of compromises, but it’s also more versatile than you might imagine”

Roundup

If your best park days are in the rear-view mirror, or you just want to treat yourself to the ultimate quiver stick, then it still doesn’t get better than the Surfer. It’s a pure turning machine, free of compromises, but it’s also more versatile than you might imagine. Slash the pow, surf the slush, carve the corduroy: whatever the snow conditions, this thing is a ton of fun – and guaranteed to turn heads.