Strength in Simplicity The market for affordable sim racing cockpits has become increasingly competitive, with manufacturers trying to strike the right balance between price, rigidity and comfort. The Next Level Racing RC E enters this segment with a straightforward promise: deliver the strength needed for modern direct drive wheelbases while keeping both the footprint and…
The Icon That Introduced Thousands to Sim Racing There are very few products in sim racing that can genuinely be called iconic. The Playseat Evolution is undoubtedly one of them. Originally introduced back in 2008, it quickly became the cockpit that introduced thousands of enthusiasts to the hobby. For many years, owning a Playseat Evolution…
A Tubular Cockpit That Challenges Aluminum Profile Rigs For years, tubular sim racing cockpits have occupied an interesting place in the market. They typically offer a cleaner appearance than aluminum profile rigs, are often easier to assemble, and usually include a seat as part of the package. The trade-off has almost always been rigidity and…
Possibly the best foldable sim racing cockpit right now Playseat has been one of — if not the — dominant force in the foldable sim racing cockpit market for over a decade. The original Playseat Challenge first appeared in 2013, quickly becoming a go-to solution for sim racers with limited space. While the ActiFit refresh…
Foldable F1-style cockpit with ambition… but also compromises When looking at the market for foldable Formula-style sim rigs, the available options are surprisingly limited. Most foldable cockpits are designed in a GT seating position, leaving Formula-style racers with few compact alternatives. The Next Level Racing Formula Lite Pro, released in late 2024 alongside the GT…
A tubular cockpit that challenges aluminum profile dominance 🔍 Introduction Tubular-frame sim racing cockpits have always occupied a strange position in the market. They’re often seen as less configurable, less future-proof, and — perhaps most damaging — not worth the price when compared to aluminum extrusion rigs. The Trak Racer TRX V2 was clearly designed…
An innovative twist on the classic 4080 sim racing cockpit 👋 Introduction The 80mm aluminum extrusion cockpit has become the gold standard in sim racing. Strong, modular, expandable — and usually… very predictable. Most brands stick to tried-and-tested layouts, and while rigs like the Sim-Lab GT1 Evo or GT Omega Prime Lite are excellent, innovation…
A surprisingly premium 3-in-1 shifter at a budget-friendly price. 👋 Introduction The Turtle Beach VelocityOne Multishift enters the market at 129€ on the Turtle Beach website — and with their newsletter discount, that drops another 10%.Through Amazon and other resellers, prices float between 110–115€, making it one of the most affordable premium-feeling shifters available. For…
A pleasantly surprising budget wheelbase with premium ideas — and a few growing pains. ⭐ Introduction The Turtle Beach KD3 arrives at 349€, and if you subscribe to their newsletter, you get an additional 10% discount.For that price, the package includes: A full starter bundle with some unexpected high-end touches. 🔧 Build & Design 🟡…
The performance of the Logitech RS50 didn’t really come as a surprise for me. On paper, this seemed to be a phenomenal answer for the console-market. 💎 Design and Build Quality I’m all for this Logitech design. The RS50 looks really nice — especially compared to the competition. I’d still love to see a splash…
bHaptics is a known player already in a lot of different niches but decided to have a go at the sim-racing market with a tactile vest to immerse players to the fullest in their driving experience. The TactSuit Air is the company’s first attempt to enter the sim racing market. 🧥 Design and Build Quality…
The Thrustmaster T598 marks a bold step forward for budget-conscious sim racers. Bringing direct drive technology to a wider audience, Thrustmaster’s new wheelbase promises precision, power, and immersion — all at a price point below €500. But does it live up to the expectations? Let’s find out. 🧩 Design and Build Quality At first glance,…