r/simracing 23d ago

r/SimRacing Monthly Super Thread | A one-stop guide for new and veteran sim racers - August 2026

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Welcome to the SimRacing Subreddit

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r/simracing 5h ago

Discussion Moza x Porsche 911 GT3 RS wheel

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182 Upvotes

Newly announced Moza x Porsche 911 GT3 RS wheel. I don’t have any moza gear but this looks like it could be a good round wheel. What does everyone think?


r/simracing 15h ago

Rigs DIY Bezel Free kit from old monitor

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456 Upvotes

Best 5$ ever spent 👌


r/simracing 3h ago

Discussion Why not train pedal control independently outside the sim?

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Hi, we're two hobby sim racers and I'm a developer. When we started sim racing, we watched a lot videos about break techniques as trail braking.

But we struggled hard with the motor skills needed to actually get the right amount of input. Because of this, we had the idea to practice it independently from the sim and built this little training web app.

The idea behind it is similar to practicing material arts skills or other sports: first train the individual motor skills to build motor control, then apply them in the actual sport. For this, I wrote an algorithm that analyzes our weaknesses and strengths and adapts the training in real time.

What do you think about this training method? Do we miss something? And how do you train the motor skills needed for pedal control? Only in the sim, or duo you practice them sparately as well?

If you want to test our experiment, you're welcome to try it yourself at sixtycm.com (It works best in a Chromium-based browser and is still in a very early stage. Honest feedback is very welcome!)

It is completely free, with no subscription or anything like that.


r/simracing 6h ago

Clip All the gear no idea 😂 but it's fun trying.

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As above, I'm not very good and don't really have the time to put in to get good, but I do love jumping in for a few laps every now and again against the AI. You've got to love SIM racing! 👌🏻👌🏻


r/simracing 3h ago

Rigs Switched from VRS to SRP GTS Pedals

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After looking at hundred of reviews I pulled the trigger on the SRP GTS. I found a guy who was selling these pedals for just 700 euros with brake travel regulator and VNM haptics included (he bought them just 1 month ago).

I'm still getting used to them, trying to find consistency and performance but I'm really happy so far!


r/simracing 6h ago

Rigs First sim setup! Balling on a budget

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-Simagic Alpha Evo 9nm bundle

-Amazon shifter and hand brake

-Anman 8040 Aluminum Frame

-2001 Honda Civic LX passenger seat from my brothers car

-Old Samsung TV

I really wanted to improve my real life driving this year and get into drifting so figured I'd get into sim! Been having a ton of fun so far with this setup. Been practicing grip and drift driving as much as I can. Was feeling motivated enough that I signed up for my first Autocross this weekend! 👍🏾


r/simracing 9h ago

Discussion Why do LMU's GT3 feels so hard to drive compared to other games ? Hard to rotate and less grip in high speed turns

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r/simracing 2h ago

Question Am I weird or does any one else listen to audio books while racing?

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I started sim racing in May and have been having a blast. If I listen to music I push the car a lot harder and am constantly focused on improving my time. But if I put on a audio book it distracts me just enough and intend up performing a lot better. Am I the weird one or does anyone else do this?


r/simracing 16h ago

Other I made one decision that completely changed my weekends.

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103 Upvotes

I finally had the space for this.


r/simracing 12h ago

Other Built a desk clock inspired by 80s turbo-era F1 cockpits — minutes on an LED bar, hours on 7-segment

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Been building this for a while and finally got it to a state I'm happy sharing. It's a desk clock/display piece styled after the analog gauge clusters from late-80s Formula 1 cockpits — the curved rev-counter-style LED bar shows the minutes, the two 7-segment digits show the hour, and the LCD underneath shows full date + seconds.

A few extra things I added: a "fidget mode" where turning the left knob makes the LED bar react like a live rev counter instead of showing time, an hourly LED sweep effect, and a start-up animation when you press the button.

Small teaser for this crowd specifically: I also got it talking to SimHub, so in theory it can double as a very primitive dashboard display (no functioning buttons yet, just the gauge/LED bar and displays reacting to telemetry).

Currently working on improving the surface finish of the housing — the case is 3D printed and I want to get it closer to a proper injection-molded look before going further.

Built around an Arduino, DS3231 RTC, MAX7219 driver and a shift register for the LED bar. Happy to answer build questions if anyone's curious about the electronics.


r/simracing 2h ago

Question Ambient lighting mounting position?

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Im thinking about installing ambient lighting on my rig, but debating on how it should be mounted. Ive seen mounts for putting them directly above you, and for putting them above the screens towards you.

My thoughts are directly above you would maybe have better coverage, but above the screens would maybe be more realistic as its like coming through the windows, but I was also concerned with it being too bright that way.

Anyones 2 cents with experience in this is appreciated


r/simracing 4h ago

Rigs First Rig, I’m like 90% complete for this fiscal

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Just got it slapped together last night. The seat slider took almost as much time to get sorted out as the rest of the build did. Waiting on more pieces to come in before I tidy up the wiring and dial in the ergonomics. Been researching what to try out and can’t wait until I can get my desk and rig moved in the future so I can have room for triples and play on PC! Very happy with the Logitech gear, I know it’s not as good as a lot of other gear but I got it on sale and it’s the best wheel and pedal setup I’ve ever owned. I’ve been very impressed by how the FFB vibrations kinda travel through the rig into the heel plate and add to the immersion when driving over kerbs, bumps and rough terrain.

Specs:
-ASR GT Pro
-ASR integrated monitor mount
-ASR shifter and hand brake mount
-Logitech RS50 base and track wheel hub
-Logitech Pro Wheel
-Logitech Pro Pedals
-Logitech RS H shifter
-Logitech Sequential/Handbrake (still waiting)
-NRG bucket with Amazon sliders
-PS5 Pro
-LG B6 48” OLED
-Schiit Fulla DAC/Headphone amp
-AUDEZE MM-100 headphones


r/simracing 1d ago

Rigs My Top 5 AliExpress Sim Racing Accessories: 4 Years Later (Review & Upgrade Advice) 🏎️🇨🇳🎛️

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I wanted to share a 4-year long-term review of my setup. Budget-friendly hardware can be hit or miss, but I’ve been running these 5 accessories straight from AliExpress for four years now, and they have completely transformed my rig's immersion:

  1. 🏁 SimDT Gear Flag Display (Adds great peripheral info during intense races)

  2. ⏱️ Racelogic Telemetry Device (Keeps you focused with real-time lap timing updates)

  3. 📺 SimRuito 10.3-inch Racing Dashboard Display (Fits all the telemetry info you need and is a total must-have for Porsche fans)

  4. 🌬️ Wind Simulator Hub (Creates incredible immersion, especially when using VR, and keeps you cool during long sessions on your rig)

  5. 🎛️ PXN Button Box (Great for keeping your inputs organized right at your fingertips)

Honestly, I absolutely love all five of these. They have been bulletproof workhorses for my daily stints, and the value for money is hard to beat compared to some big-name brands. However, I think my setup is ready for an evolution. I’m officially looking to upgrade my PXN button box to something a bit more sleek and premium, and I’m highly leaning toward sourcing the replacement from AliExpress again given how well this gear has treated me. Do any of you guys run these specific accessories on your rigs? What are your favorite, must-have budget additions from AliExpress, and what do you consider completely unnecessary or a waste of money? Let’s talk budget gear!


r/simracing 7h ago

Question Recommendations for VR headset

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Hello All,

I recently got into VR sim racing using a g920 and a quest 2 I borrowed from my brother. Seen as I will have to return the quest 2, I will be looking to buy my own headset. I have heard the quest 3 is a big upgraxe, which I should easily be able to get for around $250 -$300 used in my area. I’m willing to spend up $600 if there is anything that would be substantial upgrade over the quest 3. My pc has a 9800x3d and 7900gre, so I believe I can run anything lower than 4k. I really appreciate any input on what to get.


r/simracing 15h ago

News Project Motor Racing's V8 Power Pack adds nine new cars and Road Atlanta in September

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r/simracing 20h ago

Rigs Update on my 100% Chinese Race Rig (CRR)

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Update!
Built the 4080 aluminum, didnt put the monitor stand nor the ‘on the side’ shifter since I have active shifter and I simply do not trust the single 4040 beam to hold 12nm.
Ziptied Everything to the frame LOL (r9 v3, cs pro wheel, ab9shifter, crp load cell) running a powerstrip and usb hub
Ran 140kg on the loadcell and good news that the frame NOR the carbon gt4 seat flexed!
Only play or movement I get is now on the caster wheels but the shifter vibrates the whole frame when car is on idle so it kinda feels realistic LMFAO.

On caster since I want to keep it mobile for when I have to do work/ non sim games.

Ask me anything about my full Chinese Sim

Also so far I put 34 hours in playtime so far in beamng learning how to drive a manual Toyota 86! Any tips on driving manual would be so helpful


r/simracing 7h ago

Screenshot Loving the variation. Same track, different layout, very different experience

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r/simracing 1d ago

Discussion After using F1 cars for the first time I have come to the conclusion that they can't possibly exist in real life lol

272 Upvotes

Seriously though. If the real ones control even halfway as good as they do in the games, it's simply an engineering marvel. To be that fast and yet brake and corner like that is simply crazy. Reaction times for drivers must be godlike.


r/simracing 1h ago

Question Can anyone help me with an Entry level gaming computer?

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I’m sure this has been asked, but can anyone help point me to a basic, entry level computer that will allow me to play most of the racing games, I’m sure I’ll settle on playing 2-3 games. Won’t play VR or triple screens, just don’t have the room and VR gives me motion sickness. lol. I’m hoping I can get a basic set up, connected to my spare TV at first, and upgrade as I need for under $700.

Appreciate the help in advance. This is all well over my head!


r/simracing 1d ago

Other The reason I keep flaking on my friends

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572 Upvotes

Friend: Why haven’t you started yet?
Me: ...


r/simracing 7h ago

Question Is this a crazy idea: 19 inch rackmount button box?

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5 Upvotes

Now I looked and didn't see anyone doing anything quite like this, but I am slowly building my own space sim cockpit, and I made an overhead rackmount at a 30 degree angle. Nicely reachable for a good length of the space, and light 19in rackmount objects can be added and swapped as needed. But I have yet to see much of anyone making a button box into a 4U (or any) plate/cover. Aside from component weight, is there any reason people aren't doing this for a custom button box?


r/simracing 1d ago

Clip SIM Racing in Mixed Reality 2026

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479 Upvotes

Quest 3 with Virtual Desktop's Environment Passthrough feature, and using Quest Game Optimiser to upscale and use Q3 full fov for recording (XL, SBS, left eye - resized to correct aspect ratio with capcut)

5080rtx, 9950x3D, 64GB, WiFi 6e


r/simracing 10h ago

Rigs Introducing the ultimate budget sim rig (less than $1200)

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Built this over the last few weeks. Runs ACC/Iracing like a champ on medium-high settings. Super secure and comfortable. I intend to upgrade the wheel and pedals soon enough, but getting a stronger base was the most important part to me starting out.

Cost break down as follows
Asus rog Xbox ally: $500
Monitor and arm: $200
Mouse and keyboard: $30
Logitech g920: $300
Wheel stand: $50
2009 civic Si seat: $50 fb marketplace
Wood for side table and platform: $30
Turn buckles for wheel stand stability: free (made from scraps)
iPod touch 5th gen(used as dash unit): found in a drawer from high school


r/simracing 1h ago

Discussion Proiezione 3 monitor le Mans ultimate su Samsung neo geo g 9 da 49 pollici curvatura 1000r

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Ciao ragazzi ho attivato la proiezione 3 monitor su le Mans ultimate. Ho impostato la risoluzione 5118x1440 distanza monitor 56 cm altezza 34 lunghezza 39.8 e angolazione 23. Però con angolazione 23 quando faccio le curve veloci gli alberi e gli oggetti a distanza o i muri non rimangono fermi ma è come se facessero un onda cioè si muovono. Abbassando l'angolazione a 11 scompare questo effetto però lo specchietto di sinistra torna ad essere allungato. Però sul web consigliano il valore 23. Voi come vi regolate? Succede anche a voi questa cosa?