Last updated: October 11th, 2021A few weeks ago I tested an SW20 v3 20nm direct drive wheelbase. Anything that isn’t Fanatec might seem a little off the beaten path for most of my readers, however, I[…]
(How to) upgrade to Fanatec’s Magnetic Paddle Shifters
Last updated: March 4th, 2021The Clubsport steering wheel and Xbox One Universal hub ships with a micro-switch only mechanical paddle shift. They’re basically sprung levers on hinges and they’ll feel very familiar indeed to all of[…]
iRacing setup: follow our starter guide to get on the pace quickly
Last updated: November 29th, 2022iRacing is probably the best environment to finesse your race craft online. If you’re serious about getting involved in some real competition, that is! Yes, there are other sims: rFactor 2 and[…]
The Best Sim Racing Pedals – Buyer’s Guide
Last updated: January 21st, 2023If you’ve been following some of our recent posts, you’ll be up to speed with our view on the best sim steering wheels, wheelbases and frames available on the consumer market. We’ve[…]
Sim Racing Gloves Buyer’s Guide: which are best for sim racers?
Last updated: October 28th, 2022As well as a good pair of race or karting boots, sim racing gloves are (in my humble opinion) an accessory that can really enhance your sim racing experience. In our buyer’s[…]
Graphics Settings for VR / Valve Index in iRacing
Last updated: October 15th, 2022The Valve Index needs little introduction as Steam’s second generation flagship VR headset. It’s one of the most advanced headsets available currently, and, until the HP G2 arrives in late November 2020,[…]
What are the best boots for Sim Racers?
Last updated: October 9th, 2022In today’s article, we’re taking a look at FIA race boots, Karting boots and boots designed and intended for sim racing – to simply answer the questions what are the best boots[…]
Heusinkveld Sprints: a 2 month review
Last updated: January 21st, 2023Featured image: Heusinkveld Sim Pedals Sprint At the time of writing this review, I’d upgraded from Fanatec CSL Elite pedals (now replaced by the CSL Elite Pedals V2) to these rather mighty-looking[…]
What are the Best Sim Racing Rigs / Cockpits on the market?
Last updated: January 20th, 2023Sim racing rigs (or “sim racing cockpits” – the frame upon which you mount all of your racing simulator gear) come in many shapes and sizes, with a huge variety of choices[…]
Fanatec DD2 Podium Wheelbase: I upgraded to it, so here’s the review
Last updated: January 12th, 2023My first wheelbase was a Fanatec CSL Elite. It was very easy to install and the maximum torque was such that you can’t hurt yourself. The Fanatec DD2 however, is a definite[…]
How to repair a Fanatec Clubsport SQ 1.5 Shifter
Last updated: January 29th, 2023I recently started having weird problems with the gear shift in my race simulator. It’s a Fanatec Clubsport SQ 1.5 Shifter, the one with the magnetic “Hall Effect” sensor. My race simulator[…]
