As the sun sets on Halloween night, a lone witch sits in her creaky old rocking chair, overlooking the eerie landscape. The full moon casts an eerie glow on the scene, enhancing the mysterious atmosphere. Dressed in a long, black cloak and a pointy hat, she perfectly embodies the image of a classic Halloween witch. Her face is wrinkled and wizened, revealing the marks of countless spells cast and potions brewed over the years. Her piercing green eyes are framed by bushy eyebrows that dance with mischief and knowledge. A crooked nose sits atop her thin lips, which curl into a slight smile as she surveys her domain.
Mellow Camber
Overall there is a fairly small amount of camber on the board, that gives it a little bit more of a spring, but it never feels catchy with the Pow 3BT shaping.
Camber Camber is the traditional profile for snowboards, and still popular among high-level park and pipe riders because it offers maximum energy and pop. That makes it a bit less stable on ice and hardpack, but since this board s natural element lies outside the ropes, you re probably not going to be too fussed about that.
A crooked nose sits atop her thin lips, which curl into a slight smile as she surveys her domain. The rocking chair beneath her rocks back and forth, creaking with every movement. It has stood the test of time, just like the witch herself.
Bataleon Magic Carpet 2021-2022 Snowboard Review
Powder boards have been exploding in a variety of eye-catching shapes over the past few years, but most of them tend to be directional in the extreme in order to help sink the back. Bataleon’s Magic Carpet is a more freestyle-focused alternative, a true twin with a hull-like nose and tail that makes it float like crazy – any which way you care to ride. That switch powder landing you’ve been too scared to try? It’s suddenly very, very doable.
“That switch powder landing you’ve been too scared to try? It’s suddenly very, very doable”
Who Is The Bataleon Magic Carpet For?
People who love getting creative, and see powder days as the perfect opportunity to chuck spins off natural features, butter like crazy and dial in new tricks on a softer landing.
Shape, Profile and Sidecut
As mentioned above, the Magic Carpet is a true twin outline, offering identical flex and riding performance in either direction. It differs from most twins in that the nose and tail are pretty long and pointy rather than blunt. This gives the board more lift in deep snow.
It also features Pow 3BT – the most aggressive version of Bataleon’s Triple Base Technology. As you move from the inserts towards the nose and tail, the sides of the board are steeply upturned, including an accelerated scoop at the widepoints known as SideKick. The central part of the base in these 3D zones is quite narrow, so the overall effect is to transform the board into a kind of boat that can glide effortlessly over powder, smash through chop and lean naturally into banks.
Despite being quite a wide model (again, to increase surface area) edge changes are rapid, since there’s less flat base to roll across. That makes it a bit less stable on ice and hardpack, but since this board’s natural element lies outside the ropes, you’re probably not going to be too fussed about that.
Looked at from the side, the Magic Carpet has traditional camber, so it’s pre-loaded with ollie power and feels engaged in the turn.
“Despite being quite a wide model (again, to increase surface area) edge changes are rapid, since there’s less flat base to roll across”
Construction and Materials
The Magic Carpet’s core is just one notch down from Bataleon’s most exclusive offering. It’s made from 70-percent paulownia and 30-percent poplar, so we’re talking very lightweight indeed. Two carbon tubes have been milled into it between the inserts, one on each side, to reinforce the camber profile, boosting power and edge hold.
The topsheet is made from triax laminate, with more carbon fibre introduced at the nose and tail. All that helps eliminate chatter at higher speeds and stiffen the deck some, although it’s not actually a particularly stiff board overall. Essentially, intermediates and above will find it friendly enough.
Given the premium materials elsewhere it’s a little surprising to find the Magic Carpet only features an extruded base, even if this one claims to be the densest such P-tex on the market. On the plus side, you don’t have to wax it as often to maintain performance, and it’s easier to repair should you strike any rocks in the backcountry.
“Two carbon tubes have been milled into it between the inserts, one on each side, to reinforce the camber profile, boosting power and edge hold”
Roundup
The Magic Carpet is one of those boards that, if you’re lucky enough to have one, can make the best days even better. Chances are it won’t be your everyday ride – and for pure soul-surfing turns, a directional powder board is still your best bet – but with so much float on tap in either direction, the creative potential in natural terrain feels limitless.
Carbon Stringers – Carbon is feather light and adds explosive pop, precise edge control, reactive response and smooth dampening to a board. Bataleon uses this to beef up the flex pattern.
Over the years, it has become an integral part of her identity, a symbol of her long-standing presence in the world of magic and wonder. Surrounded by bubbling cauldrons and mystical books that line the walls of her small cottage, the witch focuses her attention on the children and families stumbling upon her house. She listens closely to their laughter and squeals of delight, relishing in the fear and awe she evokes. But behind her stern and imposing facade, lies a heart that yearns to be understood. The witch, often misunderstood and feared, longs for companionship and a sense of belonging. As she rocks back and forth, she ponders the choices she made that led to a life of solitude. The witch's black cat jumps onto her lap, interrupting her thoughts. It purrs and rubs against her, a comforting presence in her solitary world. They share a unique bond, traced back to a fateful encounter in the dark woods long ago. She gazes into the distance, lost in her own thoughts. The night is filled with whispers of ancient spells and enchantments, as if the world holds its breath, waiting for her next move. Darkness envelopes her, but her determination burns brighter than ever. With a cackle and a flick of her wrist, the witch rises from her rocking chair. The time for contemplation is over; it is time to venture back into the night and weave her magic once more. As the chair rocks in her absence, it seems to whisper tales of the witch's power and intrigue, adding to the legend that surrounds her. And so, the Halloween witch in her rocking chair continues her timeless ritual, spreading a mix of fear and excitement among those who dare to cross her path. She is a symbol of the magic and mystery that Halloween embodies, forever etched in the memories of those who encounter her on this enchanted night..
Reviews for "The Intersection of Halloween and the Occult: The Witch in a Rocking Chair"
1. John - 1 star
I found "Halloween Witch in Rocking Chair" to be incredibly dull and uninteresting. The storyline lacked depth and was predictable from start to finish. The characters were one-dimensional and did not evoke any emotional response from me. Additionally, the overall pacing of the book was slow, and I struggled to stay engaged. I was disappointed with the lack of originality and creativity in this story, which left me feeling unsatisfied as a reader.
2. Emily - 2 stars
Although the idea behind "Halloween Witch in Rocking Chair" seemed promising, I found the execution to be lacking. The writing style was mediocre at best, filled with cliches and awkward dialogue. I had a hard time connecting with the main character who felt flat and lacked development. The plot felt disjointed and rushed in some parts, while dragging on unnecessarily in others. Overall, I was left underwhelmed by this book and wouldn't recommend it to others.
3. Sarah - 2 stars
I was expecting a spooky and enthralling read when I picked up "Halloween Witch in Rocking Chair," but unfortunately, it fell short of my expectations. The narrative felt disjointed, hopping between different timeframes and perspectives without much coherence. The plot was predictable, and the twists were lackluster. Furthermore, the writing style was average, lacking the lyrical quality that I usually enjoy in supernatural tales. Overall, this book failed to captivate me, and I would not recommend it to fellow readers.