Construction and Materials

The Wallie’s wood core consists of 50 percent Swiss paulownia and 50 percent poplar. It’s not the absolute lightest option in the line but given the length options top out at 156 you won’t struggle to throw this board about; plus, it’s a strong blend that can withstand all the abuse those Wallie Tips invite.

A hollow Central Super Tube (CST) gives your ollies a little more wu-tang, while carbon fibre stringers run edge-to-edge near the inserts to improve power transmission. That said, a biax laminate topsheet means the overall flex never strays into gnarlesville; this is fundamentally a playful board that aims to make it as easy as possible for you to learn new shit. It’s finished off with an extruded base that prioritises durability over pure speed, and a bold graphic series that, like a new Apple product, manages to hit the sweet spot between simple and eye-catching. Fun fact: the grid of dots on the topsheet is inspired by the textured plastic of old VHS tapes. Simple Pleasures, anyone?

“If you want to progress your skills in the park then at the end of the day the Wallie’s 3D profile has more to offer than a regular board”

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These days we’re spoilt for choice when it comes to soft and playful boards, but the Bataleon Wallie genuinely stands out from the competition. A full four years after it launched, that squared-off silhouette still demands attention, and a fresh lick of paint has only added to the appeal. If you want to progress your skills in the park then at the end of the day the Wallie’s 3D profile has more to offer than a regular board – and in fact, paired with that innovative nose and tail, it opens the door to a whole new category of trick.