Broadly speaking, sim racers have three options when it comes to gaming displays: one single monitor, a triple-screen setup, or a virtual/augmented reality headset, such as the Valve Index. While each of these options has its[…]
Test drive: Comparing Heusinkveld Ultimate vs Sprint Pedals
Featured image: Heusinkveld Sim Pedals Ultimate Improving the pedal feel in my sim was a massive step forward for my driving – when I upgraded from Fanatec’s excellent Elite CSL pedals to the Heusinkveld Sprints I[…]
Test drive: SimPlicity SW20 V3 DD
A 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 thought it might make[…]
(How to) build your sim racing PC – Gaming PC buyer’s guide
Featured image: Corsair iCUE RGB Gaming PC featuring NVIDIA GeForce RTX 2080 Ti and Intel Core i9 10920X Sim racing is enjoying a boost in popularity in 2020, and while you do need to spend some[…]
(How to) upgrade to Fanatec’s Magnetic Paddle Shifters
The 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 us. As time move[…]
iRacing setup: follow our setup guide to get on the pace quickly
iRacing 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 Assetto Corsa Competitione for[…]
The Best Sim Racing Pedals – Buyer’s Guide
Featured image: Simtag Hydraulic Pedals If 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.[…]
Sim racing gloves buyer’s guide: which are best?
As 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 guide, we’re going to[…]
Graphics Settings for VR / Valve Index in iRacing
The 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, is considered pretty much[…]
Kart boots, race boots or socks – what’s best for sim racing?
Featured image: 2021 Sparco K-Run kart boots Kart boots, race boots or socks in the sim? As a racer, I’m naturally going to want a similar pedal feel close to what I’d expect in the car.[…]