Gear Area 419 GripChanger Stability Bag Rob Curtis May 4, 2019 Join the Conversation At RECOIL, we review every product fairly and without bias. Making a purchase through one of our links may earn us a small commission, and helps support independent gun reviews. Learn More Find out more about how we test products. Area 419's new GripChanger bag is another interesting collaboration with the Armageddon Gear guys. It's a candy bar-shaped shooting bag that connects to an Arca-style rail using Area 419's ARCALOCK Clamp and the RailChanger arm we first saw on its RailChanger bag setup. The simple, rectangular bag features Armageddon Gear's sticky, rubber-like fabric and a light fill that creates a formidable anti-slip combination for shooting from barricades and other horizontal-ish surfaces. When you need to build a shooting position quickly, and when don't you need to build a shooting position quickly, having a shooting bag attached to the fore end saves valuable seconds otherwise spent sliding the bag and rifle into position. The biggest benefit of this kind of setup is realized when moving quickly between a bunch of shooting ports, which is a common killer of points in PRS-style shooting competitions. And, with the bag attached to the rifle, there's no chance of dropping your stability bag. The fill on the GripChanger provides a good amount of surface conformity, and while it may not completely replace the use of something like a GameChanger bag, it's certainly a smaller, more maneuverable alternative. Area 419 priced the bag itself at $50, and those without a RailChanger setup will need to buy the kit that includes an ARCALOCK and RailChanger arm setup. No price is available for the full kit at the moment. Why you can trust RECOIL Since our founding in 2012, RECOIL remains the premier firearms lifestyle publication for the modern shooting enthusiast. We deliver cutting-edge coverage of guns, gear, accessories and technology. We go beyond basic reviews, providing no B.S. buyer’s guides, hands-on testing and expert analysis on everything from firearms and survival equipment to watches and vehicles. Our reviewers are the backbone of our operation and come from diverse shooting backgrounds: Former law enforcement, military veterans, competitive shooters, seasoned hunters and plain old firearms enthusiasts. Furthermore, we’re not just gun experts, but dedicated journalists who adhere to the strictest standards of our profession. At RECOIL, editorial independence is the foundation of everything we publish and the cornerstone of reader trust. Our editors, writers and content creators make all editorial decisions independently, free from outside influence. That boils down to: advertisers don’t dictate our coverage, the outcomes of our reviews or what we recommend in our buyer’s guides. First and always, our commitment is to our audience—ensuring every review and article is accurate, unbiased, and driven by real-world experience. Whether you’re selecting your next firearm, upgrading your gear, or exploring the latest innovations in the shooting world, RECOIL provides the trusted insights you need to make informed decisions. Learn more about our Editorial Standards and how we review products. NEXT STEP: Download Your Free Target Pack from RECOILFor years, RECOIL magazine has treated its readers to a full-size (sometimes full color!) shooting target tucked into each big issue. Now we've compiled over 50 of our most popular targets into this one digital PDF download. From handgun drills to AR-15 practice, these 50+ targets have you covered. Print off as many as you like (ammo not included). Get your pack of 50 Print-at-Home targets when you subscribe to the RECOIL email newsletter. We'll send you weekly updates on guns, gear, industry news, and special offers from leading manufacturers - your guide to the firearms lifestyle.You want this. Trust Us.
