Skid Plates: What happened to them

beenjammin · Apr 10, 2020

I posed a pic of my rifles with the triad style sniper skid plates and have gotten messages about what they are and where I got them. I had no idea they had all but disappeared. PRS is only getting bigger and bigger so I have to wonder what has replaced them for shooting off barricades? Seems like there is still a market for these skid plates.

The Durk · Apr 10, 2020

Could you post a photo of one? I don't think I've ever seen what you speak of.

NoLegs24 · Apr 10, 2020

This is what you need -------> ESC Skid Pad

Grips the bag really well, has enought padding to shoot off a prop without the use of a front support bag. Also, the side cushion keeps my rifles upright.

The Durk · Apr 10, 2020

NoLegs24 said:
This is what you need -------> ESC Skid Pad

Grips the bag really well, has enought padding to shoot off a prop without the use of a front support bag. Also, the side cushion keeps my rifles upright.

That looks amazing for something like cattle gates.

want2learn · Apr 10, 2020

i recently saw a very exceptional shooter using one at a local PRS match..it seemed to be a very useful adjunct in several different presentations. He seemed to favor that as well as a grippy surface larger bag game changer maybe..can't recall what he called it.

Rob01 · Apr 10, 2020

I have used them for years. Even before they were made commercially I made my own as years back there were no bags and you had to throw your rifle up on barricades and didn't want a hard on hard contact. I used foam and duct tape at first and then used the So Tech version made by Phil Hagos and then his own company's version. I know some are still out there. I like to keep the on the rifle as they don't hurt anything and can only help when needed.

Old duct tape, padding and grip tape version on top.

NoLegs24 · Apr 10, 2020

Yeah, I’ve been using the ESC Skid pad for 1.5yrs Was using the Triad Tactical Sniper Skid plate for few years prior. Like this version a lot better. Easy to come off and on with velcro vs the laced up sniper skid plate.

beenjammin · Apr 10, 2020

the model i have is the Triad tactical sniper skid plate

https://www.snipershide.com/shootin...sis-remingon-700-sa-two.6995542/#post-8453151

Sniper Skid Plate: Faster, more accurate barricade shooting

For hunting, three-gun, or police/military applications, the Sniper Skid Plate will make your gun easier to handle and shoot.

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Rob01 · Apr 10, 2020

Those are the ones first made by Phil for SO Tech and then he sold them. Those are the ones I have and in the pic above. Held on by Velcro. I think it was around 2007 when I started using them.

dgheriani · Apr 10, 2020

I'll second what @NoLegs24 said about the ESC Dynamic Gittings pad. It's the ticket. A bit more padding than a traditional "skid pad", the "wings" help it stay upright, it grips bags well and it comes off easy with velcro.

Rob01 · Apr 10, 2020

I like the look of those. I wonder how it would work on a Manners PRS stock? They have a slimmer forend like a chassis style which it looks like the ESC is made for.

Sheldon N · Apr 10, 2020

The ESC Gittings pad is awesome, highly recommended.

PBWalsh · Apr 10, 2020

For a precision rifle, its nice to have a spot on the rifle that is non-skid. That said, it gets a tad bulky for a faster handling carbine, which is why I took it off the below rifle.

Whenever I can get a bolt rifle, it will go on there.

strikeeagle1 · Apr 10, 2020

Triad Tactical skid pad 0n 16" LaRue OBR ; replaced original cord with 550 elastic cord. Don't like bulky knots so tension set and secured with aluminum fishing tackle sleeves then aluminum black applied. F&^$king Butler caps shown have been replaced with Aadmount's and Harris-KMW with Atlas.

tomcfc11 · Apr 10, 2020

@NoLegs24 what size did you get for your AI?

b6graham · Apr 10, 2020

RailChanger X - Gen 2

The RailChanger X is the second generation of our popular RailChanger System. It is designed with a lever-actuated bag retention system that will allow shooters to spend more time acquiring and engaging targets, and less time manipulating gear. RailChanger Retention Compatible Bags RailChanger...

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they got bigger

NoLegs24 · Apr 10, 2020

@tomcfc11 I had them make a 5.5" version for the AI AX's.

Standard ones are 6.5"

502Chevelle · Apr 10, 2020

I made a little bag for mine. Filled with bean bag styrofoam pellets, so it weights almost nothing. I think a lot of people are shifting towards arca plates.

96C · Apr 10, 2020

@Triad still have their 'Rifle Forend Wrap' that is a velcro pile backed hypalon rubberized fabric. Very comfortable to hold and grippy. Available in numerous sizes. I like it.

tomcfc11 · Apr 10, 2020

@NoLegs24 thank you sir!

Bear9350 · Apr 10, 2020

That ESC pad looks very interesting. I would much prefer that over something big and bulky like the rail changer.

NoLegs24 · Apr 11, 2020

Rob01 said:
I like the look of those. I wonder how it would work on a Manners PRS stock? They have a slimmer forend like a chassis style which it looks like the ESC is made for.

Yeah, they're meant for 1.5" width (Dovetail wide spec). I am sure if you want a custom width/ length, they won't hesistate to make it for you.

@Bear9350 Yeah, I'm not gay enough yet, to rock any of those plates on my rifles....

Rob01 · Apr 11, 2020

NoLegs24 said:
Yeah, they're meant for 1.5" width (Dovetail wide spec). I am sure if you want a custom width/ length, they won't hesistate to make it for you.

Forend on the PRS1 is only about 1.8" so it might work.

Kane0519 · Apr 19, 2020

I’ve got a rubber pad Velcro’s to my stock, but I like the look of the ESC because it has some extra padding in there.

308pirate · Apr 19, 2020

What about this? https://stores.hogsaddle.com/pig-skins-barricade-pads/

Kane0519 · Apr 19, 2020

That’s what I’ve got now. It’s alright. I find the barricade stop gets in the way as much as anything, but it’s an economical solution. I’m curious if the extra padding of the ESC makes it easier to shoot off barricades with.

Smokin7s · Apr 20, 2020

I have people ask me where I got this one often and truth is I dont remember but it’s thin and padded and has been awesome for shooting off the window or mirror.

LV Precision · Apr 20, 2020

308pirate said:
What about this? https://stores.hogsaddle.com/pig-skins-barricade-pads/

I’ve tried them on my rifles, not really a fan. They might be slightly better on a hard object, but not by much. They still translate too much movement to the reticle vs. a bag like a gamechanger/ fortune cookie/etc.

iceng · Aug 21, 2023

Pig skins is all that comes to mind.

PIG SKINS

riflesonly.com

Sheldon N · Aug 21, 2023

Not that I'm aware of. I'd recommend a GrayOps mini plate pro with the attached flat bag, that's what I use now. The bag clips onto the plate securely and isn't going to fall off the rifle or the plate.

MuleyTime · Aug 22, 2023

RonSwanson_ParkRanger said:
Thanks, guys. It looks like I’ll have to go another route.

I think I have one that I would sell you. Need to look but I'm pretty sure.

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