MidwestPlinkster: Is the MDT JAE G5 The Best Hybrid Style Stock?

Practice is something we never do enough of. Trust me, I’m guilty of it. Whether it’s my golf game or my shooting performance, both suffer because life gets busy and practice time keeps getting pushed down. Thankfully, there are people on YouTube who take the time to show us what proper practice looks like (you, hopefully, we use that as motivation to actually practice). In a recent video, Zach of MidwestPlinkster offers a first-range session look at the MDT JAE G5 chassis, sharing tips and tricks for being a better precision rifle shooter along the way.

The Best of Both Worlds

Zach explains that his interest in the JAE G5 stems from wanting something that bridges the gap between a traditional stock and a modern chassis system (a hybrid). He likes the feel of traditional stocks but dislikes how slippery they can be. He also appreciates the modularity of chassis designs. In his view, the JAE G5 combines the best of both worlds, delivering the feel and shooting characteristics of a hunter-style stock while retaining the flexibility and customization options of a chassis.

Training for Real-World Positions

That theory was tested quickly. After receiving the chassis, he installed his 25 GT barreled action and headed to a match with virtually no practice time. Unlike me, Zach is a talented shooter and finished fourth. Not bad for first-time use with a new chassis. Encouraged by that performance, Zach spent the day running simple transition drills from barricades, rocks, and even an old bus, using the session to build familiarity with the platform rather than to chase scores, and walked us through his thoughts.

Throughout the video, he repeatedly emphasizes the “natural feel” of the JAE-5. It fits him, which is what we all look for in a rifle chassis. Whether shooting from a PRS barricade, natural terrain, or awkward positions inside the bus, the JAE G5 consistently feels natural and well-balanced in his hands. Even with a trigger camera affecting the rifle’s balance, he notes that the chassis settles into positions easily and lets him focus on making hits. Along the way, he shares a useful tip for shooters using a Game Changer bag. Instead of placing the triangular sections downward on narrow props, he recommends flipping the bag over so the rifle can use the full length of the bag, creating a larger, more stable contact surface.

FINAL THOUGHTS

The MDT JAE G5 made a strong first impression. The chassis delivers the fit, feel, and handling Zach was looking for, whether shooting from a PRS barricade, a boulder, or even a stripped-down bus. While the video leans more toward a general discussion than a technical review, it also highlights one of the precision rifle community's best aspects. Zach blends practical training drills with useful tips that help both new and experienced shooters refine their skills. In many ways, that reflects the PRS crowd itself—a community known for sharing knowledge and helping others improve. Most importantly, the JAE G5 impressed him enough to make it his primary competition chassis.

For more videos like this, check out the MidwestPlinkster YouTube channel.