Still the Best Beginner Sim Racing Wheel? | Logitech G29 Review

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  • Опубліковано 24 чер 2024
  • Hey guys, as some of you know, I've been working on this review of the Logitech G29 sim racing wheel on-and-off for a while now. Today it finally sees the light of day, and in a format I've not really tried before. So the question is, does the Logitech G29 still hold the title of the best beginner sim racing wheel?
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  • @ChrisHaye
    @ChrisHaye  4 роки тому +599

    Skippers cheat sheet:
    Intro: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm30s
    Why Is The G29 So Popular? ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm22s
    My Experience With Sim Racing Wheels: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm36s
    Construction - Wheelbase: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm00s
    Construction - Pedals: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm36s
    Function - Wheelbase: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm50s
    What Is Force Feedback? ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm38s
    G29 Force Feedback: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm47s
    Function - Pedals: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm51s
    Final Thoughts: ua-cam.com/video/AMuIo_C144U/v-deo.htmlm37s

    • @TragicAyk
      @TragicAyk 4 роки тому +3

      Final thoughts 13:37 🤔

    • @springwoodslasher79
      @springwoodslasher79 4 роки тому

      Still just a g27. The fact that Sony and logitech got together to fuck gamers by making us buy the same wheel twice is completely bullshit and I didn't fall for it. Most ps4 driving games are shit so I'm not missing much.

    • @shurikencookies
      @shurikencookies 4 роки тому +1

      Nice professional video, I do notice a bit of electrical interference with you microphone, slight buzzing noise in the back ground, don't know if you knew about it or have resolved it but I thought I'd let you know.

    • @kdogg7882
      @kdogg7882 4 роки тому +4

      @@springwoodslasher79 : You can blame Sony for that. For making their architecture incompatible between systems. It forced Logitech to make a new wheel. The new XB1 will support all existing peripherals so need stress there going forward.

    • @springwoodslasher79
      @springwoodslasher79 4 роки тому +1

      @@kdogg7882 if you dont think logitech and Sony were in on this deal you are just a sheep. Baaaaaa. The wheel has ps4 controls on it you moron so obviously they made a deal with logitech.

  • @Goosiest
    @Goosiest 4 роки тому +56

    G29 has been fantastic for me so far. 3D printed the adapter as well to replace the wheel itself with an actual rally wheel, wish me luck!

    • @TechZesPlays
      @TechZesPlays Рік тому +9

      Little did we know 3 years ago Goosiest would become an extremely popular sim drifting UA-camr with a million subscribers. Keep up the great work Goose!

    • @albatross5739
      @albatross5739 Рік тому

      yea wtf thats badass! congrats! im about to buy mt first racing wheel and also goin with the g29 lol

    • @plob5823
      @plob5823 Рік тому

      HI

    • @kristjss
      @kristjss Рік тому +1

      @@albatross5739 What you're seeing is history lol, this guy now has 1mil subs and like a 1,5k setup

    • @AmauryChihuahua
      @AmauryChihuahua Рік тому

      Y O U

  • @casperschaugg1605
    @casperschaugg1605 3 роки тому +444

    one does have to realize that he has a "proper" sim rig, so for a beginner/ someone who just got into it, it'll be heaven. (especially coming from a keyboard)

    • @citruss5737
      @citruss5737 3 роки тому +21

      That must be the most true thing ive heard

    • @Cloudrak
      @Cloudrak 3 роки тому +5

      It really is.

    • @Skellotronix
      @Skellotronix 2 роки тому

      Get a Dualshock 4, Sixaxis is fantastic. 👍

    • @adaddylicious1748
      @adaddylicious1748 2 роки тому +16

      @@Skellotronix it's ass, if I turn more than 70° it fucks up and I crash

    • @nihaalspeaks
      @nihaalspeaks 2 роки тому +2

      HAHA LOL keyboard racer

  • @SrirajaPanich
    @SrirajaPanich 4 роки тому +1682

    Dang, the G29 is going for $400 USD base right now. I missed my window to get it cheaper before Coronavirus.

    • @Lorenzo-qt3jq
      @Lorenzo-qt3jq 4 роки тому +14

      same feels :(

    • @lakaumbucha
      @lakaumbucha 4 роки тому +50

      I looked today. 4-22. It’s $500.

    • @r32juan
      @r32juan 4 роки тому +14

      Sricharan Yadali buy the hori racing wheel it costs $99 on adorama then get a set of pedals with clutch and a shifter (i recommend the logitech driving force) and ure set up

    • @kevinmoncada9036
      @kevinmoncada9036 4 роки тому +27

      At that point why not get a fanatec csl

    • @markgeorge2200
      @markgeorge2200 4 роки тому +5

      Yo I will get this when the price goes down.

  • @midioutput
    @midioutput 3 роки тому +1009

    It's wild that a wheel at that price point is the 'entry level'

    • @TrigonAZR
      @TrigonAZR 3 роки тому +80

      Manufacturing, shipping, storage, middeleman margins etc have to be factored in and probably they don't move that many units compared to game controllers.

    • @1invag
      @1invag 2 роки тому +41

      @@TrigonAZR maybe they'd shift more units if they were more affordable. We don't sell that many so we have to ask a premium price, no I wouldn't buy one the price is too high id buy one if it was a bit cheaper... Confluence of opposition haha. Immovable object meets irresistible force. If your gonna spend 250 quid I might as well spend 450quid instead and get a better one. This would be my attitude personally, and that would basically leave them selling nothing their either so they don't appeal to people who want an entry price offering and they don't appeal to someone who wants something better than entry point offering

    • @farmboysteve3295
      @farmboysteve3295 2 роки тому +7

      Not really….at all actually

    • @weegle.
      @weegle. 2 роки тому +21

      @@Ziddel exactly my problem with his point, if you can only afford 250£ how tf would 200£ more be interchangeable?!

    • @kghhgkgk6322
      @kghhgkgk6322 2 роки тому +6

      This is a budget wheel...

  • @dank4522
    @dank4522 4 роки тому +2014

    This channel is eventually going to blow up. High quality editing, content, script, and delivery.

    • @harrishennington7465
      @harrishennington7465 4 роки тому +42

      And, voice. It's so soothing.

    • @chiledog9442
      @chiledog9442 4 роки тому +12

      Dan K indeed. For a format he’s “never really tried before” he knocked it out of the park with this one!

    • @furrane
      @furrane 4 роки тому +6

      Yeah no, he's too fat to get any respect.

    • @omdzsful
      @omdzsful 4 роки тому +4

      yes l was blown away with the quality of the content when l first came by and was amazed of the lack of subscribers to this channel. consider ourselves lucky that we got to see him before 1 million subscribers

    • @handikawahyu5538
      @handikawahyu5538 4 роки тому +2

      yeah i really glad i find this channel

  • @flexwings1993
    @flexwings1993 4 роки тому +875

    14:07 we not going to talk about the guy using a 360 controller

    • @HaXD1209
      @HaXD1209 4 роки тому +195

      fucking legend

    • @jpesicka999
      @jpesicka999 4 роки тому +78

      I grew up racing sims with controller, mad props to them

    • @90AlmostFamous
      @90AlmostFamous 4 роки тому +37

      I use 360 controller 🤣 I’m 1:52 on Monza with Ferrari 458

    • @nathanwygal5526
      @nathanwygal5526 4 роки тому +17

      I ran a 1:54.8 with the Super Formula on Spa playing GT Sport with a controller. Not too shabby considering that's only a second off the top time.

    • @SuperHamrick94
      @SuperHamrick94 4 роки тому

      I'm racing with A/A+-S drivers on GT Sport of my PS4 controller, so I can relate

  • @lfox02
    @lfox02 4 роки тому +289

    "and if not, the Bezos family store has you covered"
    Priceless.

    • @MeMe-df7lr
      @MeMe-df7lr 3 роки тому +3

      He said this when I read it

  • @waynevanmaastricht1266
    @waynevanmaastricht1266 4 роки тому +182

    Just got the G29 as my 1st wheel and it's a perfect wheel. I'm ecstatic with it. The more expensive wheels must be amazing

    • @Sithhy
      @Sithhy 3 роки тому +28

      Got the G29 as my first wheel as well & I have to say it's more fun than a controller by miles. I have thought that maybe sometime in the future I would upgrade it to the "next level" (possibly when it breaks to the point I can't fix it after running out of warranty) & have thought about the Fanatec CSL Elite. You may think that there are better wheels than that & yes, you'd be right, but personally, to me it feels like anything past this price point, or maybe bit expensive, is just a dimnishing return, especially if you were to keep on upgrading for what ever reason. There is definitely a big difference from going to the gear drive of the G29 to even something like the belt drive of the CSL Elite, but I don't think it's worth spending twice (or more) that money to get a wheelbase with a direct drive system; just kind of seems like a big waste of money on a small upgrade, especially if you're not fully serious about sim racing (but even then, it's a bit ehhhh to spend *that* kind of money).

    • @GGamersUnited
      @GGamersUnited 2 роки тому +5

      same here bruh. I was afraid I might not be into sim racing that much and I love racing games. Boooi, this wheel makes me wanna main racing games now. lol so good! Enjoy lads! What are you playing these days and on which platform ? Lookin for racing wheel buddies and people to play with in general. Cheers!

    • @brandonyoung4150
      @brandonyoung4150 2 роки тому +1

      I rly want one but I don't even have a regular sized table

    • @gigadonis8684
      @gigadonis8684 2 роки тому +1

      @@brandonyoung4150 To mount the wheel you only need a table with about 40cm width and 20cm length. If you have a computer desk that can also work fine. Big tables/dedicated rigs are made to handle much more power than the G29. This doesn't mean you get no feeling in a G29, it's just that some wheels have 10x the power of it. Good alternatives for a G29 include the cheaper Driving Force GT (Pedals are awful but the wheel itself is suprisingly good), the Thrustmaster T150 (I prefer the FFB to the G29 but the pedals on the T150 are worse), and if you can find one cheap enough, the Fanatec CSL Elite (Has the best pedals, and best wheel according to most but very rare). You will have to buy the Driving Force GT and CSL Elite used, as they are no longer available. If you are on PC, mix and match pedals and wheels. For example, if the CSL Elite full set isn't available or too expensive, use a Driving Force GT or T150 with the CSL Elite pedals. This does not work on Playstation though.

    • @ArcYT
      @ArcYT Рік тому

      Been using a driving force gt for past several months, just bought a G29 kit from Amazon with the g920 shifter included for $250, wish me luck bois

  • @Frankestein01nl
    @Frankestein01nl 4 роки тому +672

    "...30 nm, if you want to test how well your arms are attached to the shoulders..." - Chris Haye 2020
    XD

    • @ezroller2k11
      @ezroller2k11 4 роки тому +6

      He's low-key the funniest sim racing UA-camr, hands down

    • @aabe4327
      @aabe4327 4 роки тому +13

      Jimmy: Hold my beer. repeatedly over his youtuber career. :)

    • @NickG40
      @NickG40 4 роки тому

      I got a DD1 recently, that thing is more than enough to pull your arms out.

    • @Tintop
      @Tintop 4 роки тому +2

      actually.. 1980's F1 cars had a max steering force up to 28Nm... :D

    • @iare19
      @iare19 4 роки тому

      30nm hahahahaha. Even my cordless power drill has 180nm.
      T300RS on max settings always. You probably have spaghetti arms.

  • @BeetjeVreemd
    @BeetjeVreemd 4 роки тому +535

    I'm still using my G25, still works perfectly fine after all those years.

    • @GamingwithSteeeve
      @GamingwithSteeeve 4 роки тому +67

      g27 here still going strong

    • @gvidasbrilius2385
      @gvidasbrilius2385 4 роки тому +16

      About >15 year old Logitech wingman formula force gp here still almost going but with a completely broken FFB. Rally games are fun but more race track-y ones are death (or could be that im just really bad at them)

    • @TheBoostedDoge
      @TheBoostedDoge 4 роки тому +12

      those things still work on windows 10? damn

    • @BeetjeVreemd
      @BeetjeVreemd 4 роки тому +7

      @@TheBoostedDoge they sure do :)

    • @TheBoostedDoge
      @TheBoostedDoge 4 роки тому +9

      @@BeetjeVreemd I almost bought a used g25 for €60 but I was nervous about it not working on Windows 10 so I ended up buying a g29 on black Friday

  • @christopherrobin7984
    @christopherrobin7984 4 роки тому +3

    Now this is a clear, concise, in depth and overall excellent product review. I love the mentions of moddability and repairability, and possible failure point. If only all product reviews were like this. I already have this wheel and I still watched it all. Subscribed.

  • @jcharettte
    @jcharettte 4 роки тому +6

    Good Job on the channel. Really makes me want to back into Sim racing. I used to race the Papyrus Nascar 1999 up to 2003

  • @hunterbrittle5398
    @hunterbrittle5398 4 роки тому +201

    This is great. Perfect timing for me, I’m just getting into proper sim racing and can’t wait to have my own setup. Thanks for helping out us newbies!

    • @skilewis74
      @skilewis74 4 роки тому +11

      Hunter Brittle Good if you’re strapped for cash. But I’d save & spend a bit more on a Thrustmaster T300/TMX and then T3PA pedals after you can run consistent laps +/- 1 sec per lap (w/abs if needed)

    • @eduardofreitas8336
      @eduardofreitas8336 4 роки тому +5

      One of us! One of us!

    • @RAZINSKI
      @RAZINSKI 4 роки тому +18

      @@skilewis74 Nah, I've had both and the despite slightly better FFB, G29 is a better product. The T300 are famous for the belts dying whilst the G29 keeps going. Thrustmaster is worth skipping and going to a DD if you are willing to spend more money.

    • @rarewhiteape
      @rarewhiteape 4 роки тому +5

      There are heaps of G29s available on the second hand market, especially this time of year when everyone upgrades for Christmas. Look up your local sim racing buy/sell/swap groups on Facebook.

    • @tyranus1111
      @tyranus1111 4 роки тому

      Just be super light on that brake its actually pissing me off how there is no difference between betrween heavu brake and full wheel lock

  • @aufseher1718
    @aufseher1718 4 роки тому +14

    I just started looking into racing sims tonight, and UA-cam recommended me this video when I got home. Perfect timing!

  • @TheOutsideLine
    @TheOutsideLine 4 роки тому +77

    Having used this for 5 months after choosing it as my entry-wheel into sim racing; I agree with pretty much every part of this. You even said things I hadn't realised myself and agreed with. Only thing I think you got wrong: I reckon you could use it as a weapon during a home invasion, but to-date have no proof - theory only.

    • @GGamersUnited
      @GGamersUnited 2 роки тому

      I will gladly using anything else first, BUT if it comes to it....with that leather grip I can see it smashing in someone's head easily. Just need the element of the surprise.

  • @boogerfungusgaming3052
    @boogerfungusgaming3052 3 роки тому

    Thanks man! This review was really helpful! I really like how you went into detail about every aspect of the wheel and even compared it to more expensive rigs.

  • @chiledog9442
    @chiledog9442 4 роки тому +12

    This is probably the best review of the G29/G2x series I’ve ever seen. Keep doing what you are doing Chris.

  • @AvengeanceReloaded
    @AvengeanceReloaded 4 роки тому +7

    your channel is amazing. i'd love go see you transition to different topics from just sim racing. of course you can still do it, but i believe a variety of categories will definitely get your channel to be amongst the big boys.

  • @barirwin8559
    @barirwin8559 4 роки тому +1

    such a concise and well-worded review. Thank you for putting so much effort into your script.

  • @Tharg
    @Tharg 4 роки тому +28

    Great review Chris, I'm convinced I need one. Sounds ideal for my skill level..shame they have increased in price atm.

    • @4rsh193
      @4rsh193 3 роки тому +3

      There is cheap ones here but my dad wont buy it
      I mean i have 1/2 the money but nooooo thats useless
      I need to invest in gold instead?

  • @TheSmokingGunmen
    @TheSmokingGunmen 4 роки тому +3

    Thanks for this it's a huge help for me as I'm looking at getting my first wheel. Brilliant explanation and you have made up my mind for me. Cheers mate

  • @ezroller2k11
    @ezroller2k11 4 роки тому +9

    Mate, your cat looks amazing...
    Great video as per, some great subtle laughs in there

  • @annoyingoranger100
    @annoyingoranger100 4 роки тому +1

    First time watching your videos, heard the intro, and instantly subbed. Amazing work!

  • @Baslerdoor
    @Baslerdoor 4 роки тому +6

    You, sir, are one of the most relaxed person in this business! Thanks for that great video!

  • @rafaelaizpun7842
    @rafaelaizpun7842 4 роки тому +99

    just bought one for 170€ this christmas. Im loving it. It was kind of hard to adjust to the brake pedal as it takes a while to know how hard you need to push to trailbrake effectively but its was a matter of 2-3 days for me, who has never sim-raced before.

    • @SIMRIG412
      @SIMRIG412 4 роки тому +8

      Open up and take out the rubber piece in the brake pedal. Tons of videos it takes 10min to do it

    • @willrussell2134
      @willrussell2134 4 роки тому

      @@SIMRIG412 voids warranty

    • @ultradmx
      @ultradmx 4 роки тому +38

      Put it back in and the warranty is back.

    • @diszylam1018
      @diszylam1018 4 роки тому +2

      Y E i just took out the rubber stopper. Works perfectly fine now

    • @DarkDemise6066
      @DarkDemise6066 4 роки тому +7

      Oddly enough I really love the rubber stop, for games like f1 where the brakes are super sensitive to locking it helps you stay right on the limit of locking and trail brake easier imo.

  • @afc5150
    @afc5150 4 роки тому +4

    Informative and accurate review. I've owned my G29 for 2-1/2 years now, with hundreds of thousands of miles logged on it.

  • @Jindujun
    @Jindujun 4 роки тому

    thanks for being calm and using a reasonable paced video style without annoying music and getting straight to the point!

  • @Albireo8
    @Albireo8 4 роки тому

    Very informative, humorous and professional. Great clear delivery. Just bought this set up so awaiting results!

  • @phelens4781
    @phelens4781 4 роки тому +6

    One of the most objective and well thought out reviews I've seen on this wheel. I've owned one for a while while playing Raceroom mostly until the DCS World addiction set in!

    • @dannsgamingfails8899
      @dannsgamingfails8899 4 роки тому +2

      Glad I’m not the only person this happened to. I’ve probably crashed an entire squadron of aircraft in the last 12 months

    • @cathyerinandaidan8206
      @cathyerinandaidan8206 Рік тому

      DCS Is just sooooo good

  • @duckheadgaming
    @duckheadgaming 4 роки тому +8

    I had my G27 for seven years now and I was very happy with it! The desk clamps are better then I expected, because in the past 4 years I never felt the wheel getting loose from my rig. Only when I took it off to get my new wheel on I realised that I never used the screws and only the clamps.

  • @sicmic
    @sicmic 4 роки тому

    What a fantastic video. So in depth yet easy to understand. I'm looking to get back into driving games after around 10 years off. This video has been hugely helpful to me. Thanks!

  • @Curratum
    @Curratum 4 роки тому +1

    Subscribed merely because of the quality of this video. So much useful information and such a great, cool, laid-back host!

  • @patbl61
    @patbl61 4 роки тому +30

    First time watcher. There's something about your voice that makes it mezmerizing.. .anyway, great video! Subsribed!

  • @plasticmanc3774
    @plasticmanc3774 4 роки тому +5

    Great objective review. Had mine for a few years and I've been really happy. Recently upgraded the pedals to Fanatec V3's and it has made the wheel feel grainy in comparison, but the pedals in fairness are twice as expensive as both the wheel and pedals from Logitech.

  • @BitsBytesBobs
    @BitsBytesBobs 4 роки тому

    Really helpful in more ways than one. The quality of your videos is great and makes me want to try harder for my own channel. Great work.

  • @daniel12141
    @daniel12141 4 роки тому

    Great review, feel you covered a lot of stuff that is need to know, thanks keep em coming.

  • @simonhaycocks
    @simonhaycocks 4 роки тому +17

    I've had one of these for about 3 years as well as the H pattern shifter. All still work perfectly.

    • @Sinn3246
      @Sinn3246 3 роки тому

      Yeah, though I've has issues with the drivers for some games.
      And for me, once you try a belt driven wheel, the "grindiness" of the G920/29 will grind your gears... pun intended.
      It's like that though. I'm told, "once you hit Direct Drive, you'll never want another Belt or Gear driven wheel", lol.

  • @roddy6924
    @roddy6924 2 роки тому +10

    I took your advice about a year ago, and picked up the g29.
    I've never had a single issue with it;
    Its been a good reliable purchase.
    I still love it, a year later.
    Thanks for your advice, much appreciated.

    • @Dysonchips
      @Dysonchips Рік тому

      another year later.. How is it holding up? do you still use it? does it still work properly?

    • @roddy6924
      @roddy6924 Рік тому +1

      @@Dysonchips Yes, I still love it and use it almost everyday. I'm fast with it, at least n AMS2. Never have had a single issue.
      I upgraded to a MVH studios GT rim. I love it as well. More than a year later, no issues with it either.

    • @Dysonchips
      @Dysonchips Рік тому +1

      @@roddy6924 Wow cool, thanks for the reply

  • @capeman29
    @capeman29 2 роки тому

    This is incredibly informative! Thanks! I’m looking at this wheel and it looks like a great starter for me!

  • @Porsalin
    @Porsalin 3 роки тому

    Brilliant analysis and helped make my mind up as a novice sim racer about what to buy. Did some hot laps in PC2 in VR and am having an absolute blast.

  • @bean3243
    @bean3243 4 роки тому +4

    I just bought it the other day, can't wait for it to come in

  • @localizercaptured
    @localizercaptured 4 роки тому +4

    I’ve been using my G29 wheel now for about 3 to 4 years. I haven’t came into any issues with the steering wheel and it is an overall excellent product. It has an excellent range of custom profiles which you can configure in the Logitech Gaming Software or just use the default ones. Overall it is worth the cost and should last a very long time. The only issue I had I brought mine from Currys and I had about 4 different wheels 3 G920’s and 1 G-29 before I finally got a working 5th one and has lasted me. Thanks for the video

  • @WarButler
    @WarButler 2 роки тому

    What a helpful, informative video. Really well presented, too. You've done a great service for those of us looking to dip our toes into a hobby that can seem intimidating and expensive from the outside. My G29 arrives on Thursday!

  • @ThomasNewman1
    @ThomasNewman1 2 роки тому

    I’ve been struggling trying to figure out which wheel to buy, and this one locked me in. Thank you for the great review!

  • @gdsergio_4898
    @gdsergio_4898 3 роки тому +22

    Honestly speaking, great review.
    I'm 17 and I'll get a gaming pc next month, because I like cars and drifting, I was planning on getting this steering wheel w/ the shifter to play Asseto Corsa and this review was really useful.
    Funny thing is by the time I've saved enough money to buy this (probably around December), I'll turn 18 and be able to get a drivers license so I'll practice at home with this bad boy.
    Also, you have a really calming voice tho

    • @corleone7398
      @corleone7398 3 роки тому +1

      Literally same to everything except i already have a decent gaming pc lol and i already can drive manual stick

    • @the_one_titan3381
      @the_one_titan3381 3 роки тому

      Hmmm I was gonna ask for a Series X for Christmas but I might get one of these instead 👀

    • @JoNJamEz1
      @JoNJamEz1 3 роки тому

      Yeah. I’m looking for a wheel with a manual trans.

    • @the_one_titan3381
      @the_one_titan3381 3 роки тому

      LE20 I dont know of any wheels that have a shifter included (they have paddle shifters of course) But you have to buy the shifter yourself separately

    • @SachinDGamer
      @SachinDGamer 3 роки тому

      man.. looks like we will be waiting a few more months to get the wheels. They are too costly right now..

  • @Daimo83
    @Daimo83 4 роки тому +405

    "Unknown" controllers are actually keyboard people

    • @SergeantExtreme
      @SergeantExtreme 4 роки тому +70

      Legends in their own right.

    • @ShaunDelier
      @ShaunDelier 4 роки тому +16

      Hello! Keyboard user here :P

    • @BananenBoerBob
      @BananenBoerBob 3 роки тому +32

      Notebook trackpad steering

    • @Pypamid
      @Pypamid 3 роки тому +16

      Toshiba laptop clit mouse

    • @MajesticSkywhale
      @MajesticSkywhale 3 роки тому +22

      i play modern games in text mode where i de-code the machine--lanaguage in real time and provide inputs via binary

  • @emitt94
    @emitt94 3 роки тому

    Excellent content delivery. Keep up the good work

  • @mikoajkosma4010
    @mikoajkosma4010 4 роки тому +1

    this video is so well delivered, I just became a subscriber

  • @zakariaeloitike2290
    @zakariaeloitike2290 4 роки тому +56

    yeah imma buy a steering wheel just to test how well my arms are attached to my shoulders
    i really wanna know

    • @nickgurr5328
      @nickgurr5328 3 роки тому +1

      if youve ever fucked around in an empty parking lot, you’ll know how fucking heavy the steering wheel can get.

  • @TonyTurbo78
    @TonyTurbo78 4 роки тому +9

    I'm still sim racing with my G29 and pedal combo Chris. It does the job, just ;) Although it's letting the look of my rig down haha. Nice review though as standard from you.

  • @GGamersUnited
    @GGamersUnited 2 роки тому

    Just bought it yesterday. Did not notice the carpet thingy at all lol thank you, great review!

  • @martybeatz7982
    @martybeatz7982 3 роки тому

    High quality review, audio, video and editing. Great video. Subbed.

  • @scotty6346
    @scotty6346 4 роки тому +5

    Great vid Chris, I'm a casual simmer ie: Saturdays and Sundays only! I still use a G25 which i bought 5 years ago for £25 on Ebay! I've graphite greased the gears in it and it still works perfectly! If you play AC then use Rasmus' info and LUT files available on Racedepartment, ACC feels really good on this wheel, They catered for it out of the box, RF2, Wreckfest etc all work well with this wheel and pedals, If my G25 claps out i will have to most probably replace it with a G29, I just cannot justify paying for a DD wheel on my income and simming as little as i do, Cheers.

  • @Yikerr
    @Yikerr 4 роки тому +374

    So the brake is kinda like a busses
    My friend says that when he drive a bus the first half is pretty low force but when you go over 50% it goes full emergency stop
    Kinda?

    • @TomGS
      @TomGS 4 роки тому +15

      yup.

    • @TomGS
      @TomGS 4 роки тому +53

      I actually own and use a g29, the brake is soft-ish 3/4 of the way, until it hits the rubber stopper. I have it set up so when i hit the stopper its on 90% brake pressure. (Ingame, mostly) it works pretty well.

    • @rarewhiteape
      @rarewhiteape 4 роки тому +30

      I actually really liked the rubber stopper in the brake. It felt good in Assetto to have to push hard to brake. Although in GT Sport you’re pretty much at 100% braking force before you even reach the firm part of the travel, which is annoying and hard to get used to at first.
      In F1 2019 I had the inner dead zone set so that the braking *begins* at the stopper, giving me a nice form brake pedal at all times! I know I was losing information by cutting out half the brake travel, but it really helped with consistency because I was applying more accurate pressure, closer to a real brake.
      I’ve upgraded to a Fanatec CSL with load cell now, but I’ll always look back on my time with the G29 with extreme fondness.

    • @humblegeorge
      @humblegeorge 4 роки тому +2

      Very ajustable in content manager !!!!!

    • @TomGS
      @TomGS 4 роки тому +4

      @@rarewhiteape im gonna try that in the f1 2019. good tip!

  • @joshua7734
    @joshua7734 Рік тому

    This is extremely good content. Detailed but clear and easy to follow for a beginner. Well done.

  • @scottyab
    @scottyab 3 роки тому

    Hey Chris, great audio on the video and thanks for the review.

  • @moegee7430
    @moegee7430 3 роки тому +18

    Just listened to this guy talk for 15 minutes...last time I done that was when I listened to an audiobook lol. nice voice

  • @SS454LS6
    @SS454LS6 4 роки тому +18

    I still have a G25 too. I had to replace the shifter. I sometimes get a double shift on the paddles, not sure if it's the wheel. At this point I think an upgrade would be go next step above the G29.

    • @elcobra98
      @elcobra98 4 роки тому

      Try keeping the shifter tho. Otherwise you gonna be stick with an H-Shifter gearstick only, aside from the paddles.

  • @cockroachafro
    @cockroachafro 4 роки тому

    You're a really good tube youber man, quality content and that cat is divine!!!

  • @sscobrapride
    @sscobrapride 4 роки тому

    clear concise and well thought out review. subbed

  • @bocfat
    @bocfat 4 роки тому +4

    good info/detail with humorous anecdotes that got me laughing loudly! mostly a really detailed review!

  • @lukeduale1403
    @lukeduale1403 4 роки тому +8

    Wow, amazed by how little subscribers you have compared to what you should have. This review was absolutely perfect, your speech patterns and humour is top notch, and just overall so well thought out. New subscriber and hopefully many more in the future

  • @Matthew-rc1xt
    @Matthew-rc1xt 3 роки тому

    Great video, really clear and well done. Helped me make a purchase

  • @Skrotetor
    @Skrotetor 3 роки тому

    High quality video and knowledgeable person. Subscribed!

  • @jackgarland28
    @jackgarland28 4 роки тому +7

    Could you do a video on the next best wheel to upgrade to afterwards?

  • @tommason485
    @tommason485 4 роки тому +7

    I had this set for a year and it was absolutely amazing still go back to it from time to time

    • @ChrisHaye
      @ChrisHaye  4 роки тому +2

      Honestly, I was expecting a shock when I swapped out the OSW for it after a year away from non-direct-drive. But it was really refreshing how quick it was to adapt :)

  • @Fladdd
    @Fladdd 2 роки тому

    Amazing, thorough video - Helped a lot in my choice of wheel. Thank you!

  • @_._marrez_._2297
    @_._marrez_._2297 4 роки тому

    This man is so chill. New subscriber!

  • @officertenpenny4505
    @officertenpenny4505 4 роки тому +3

    Used g29 for a month. What many people don’t mention is the diy potential of this wheel. It has many 3D printed mods and spring sets. I’ve changed the wheel, paddles, made inverted pedals and changed throttle and brake springs, added 3D printed part to the shifter to make shifts a little heavier. Those changes, I think, pretty much explored all most of the diy potential of this wheel and improved the experience significantly.

    • @maxbracic7744
      @maxbracic7744 Рік тому

      thank you tenpenny, useful advise 👍

  • @juanmj93
    @juanmj93 4 роки тому +32

    Me: Unsuccessfully trying to play Assetto Corsa with a Logitech Wingman GP from like 20 years ago.

    • @iMrParker
      @iMrParker 4 роки тому +1

      Man I had one of those when i was a kid haha

    • @rootsmanuva82
      @rootsmanuva82 4 роки тому +3

      Me: unsuccessfully trying to play Assetto Corsa for the first time using an Xbox controller. I’ve been playing Forza Motorsport for years on a controller and could drive for weeks without crashing using no assists. I couldn’t drive any car for 20 feet in AC without crashing. Adjusted the steering settings in AC and was able to do hot laps with no problems. Went back to play Forza7 and was crashing cars like a rookie because my brain adjusted to the hyper sensitivity of Assetto Corsa 😅

    • @racingspirit9102
      @racingspirit9102 4 роки тому

      @@rootsmanuva82 That is unfortunately a reality of racing games and different driving models. I don't play too many racing games at once because of that reason.

    • @TheFrogInYourClosetWatchingYou
      @TheFrogInYourClosetWatchingYou 3 роки тому

      @@racingspirit9102 Thats my one issue switching between FH3 and The Crew 2 since they both have entirely different driving mechanics.

  • @cbehm19
    @cbehm19 3 роки тому

    You're very calming and I appreciate your input

  • @thescopedstick6066
    @thescopedstick6066 4 роки тому

    Thanks for all the info, will be considering the G29.

  • @nathanschroeder4846
    @nathanschroeder4846 4 роки тому +5

    I’ve had my g29 for 2 years now and I love it it’s fantastic

    • @4040chocolate
      @4040chocolate 4 роки тому +1

      I was looking at getting it good to know it is worth it.

    • @nathanschroeder4846
      @nathanschroeder4846 4 роки тому +1

      4040chocolate it’s fantastic but I will say it’s a bit loud, still so much fun

  • @sanderheijselaar5687
    @sanderheijselaar5687 4 роки тому +5

    Nice review. The feeling of the cogs fade in time. I don't feel it anymore with mine. I had the Logitech Driving Force GT for years, even on the PS4 and the G29 is a great weel to begin with.

  • @tzershernkhaw
    @tzershernkhaw 2 роки тому

    instant sub for straight to the point delivery without annoying bgm.

  • @Drummerboykhari12
    @Drummerboykhari12 3 роки тому

    Mine is supposed to arrive in the mail either today or tomorrow, the G29, this video got me really stoked. I never actually have used a decent force feed back wheel, so I'm way excited. Great vid!

  • @jgvbadv
    @jgvbadv 4 роки тому +7

    I wanna high end production like yours from my funeral.

  • @steerj07
    @steerj07 4 роки тому +11

    Spirited away tattoos? If so, legend.

  • @kuddy99
    @kuddy99 4 роки тому

    A very mindful review, thanks!

  • @arthurmorgan7048
    @arthurmorgan7048 4 роки тому

    Great review dude! I subscribed right after the end of the video👍

  • @chug4083
    @chug4083 4 роки тому +78

    It does have a direct competitor, the TM T150, cheaper price, similar features and specs

    • @Augustinos
      @Augustinos 4 роки тому +16

      The pro version actually

    • @dertodestoaster1509
      @dertodestoaster1509 4 роки тому +77

      I currently own a T150 pro and tried my friend's G29 a few times. In Germany they are very similarly priced at 187€ (TM) and 201€ (Logitech). In terms of force feedback I prefer the T150 and it's partially belt driven system. It is smoother than the G29 and doesn't have a very pronounced "grainy" feel to it. But the Logitech is miles ahead in style and comfort features. The leather feels much more premium than the T150's rubber grips and the selection of buttons and encoders available is also very nice (the rev LEDs are a nice touch but I didn't notice them while driving, so I wouldn't mind if they were missing). The T150 scores another point for the nice clicky feel of the shift paddles, which is in my opinion way better than the "spongy" paddles on the G29. Also a side note, the T150 doesn't offer hard mounting points (although there are some third party solutions for this). Lastly, the pedals: They are very similar in styling and feel. Neither set is particularly good or bad and you'll get used to both.
      In short: In my opinion the T150 feels better while driving, if you don't mind the rubber grips and overall cheaper feel. But if you can score a good deal on either one, go for it. Both are a great way to enter the realms of proper force feedback steering wheels.

    • @smeghead666
      @smeghead666 4 роки тому +4

      @@dertodestoaster1509 I use a T150 with a strip from a microfibre towel wrapped around the wheel and stitched in place, easy to do and if you put a touch of glue on the slippery plastic bits of the wheel (which I didn't) then that along with the rubber will hold everything very firmly in place, feels miles better

    • @WiscoMTB37
      @WiscoMTB37 4 роки тому +3

      @@dertodestoaster1509 maybe the wheel is comparable but the pedals arent even close unles you get the upgraded thrustmaster pedals

    • @welshy4638
      @welshy4638 4 роки тому +2

      @@smeghead666 I wrapped my alcantara covered TSPC open wheel with the replacement tape you get for recovering tennis bat handles. Feels great and it gives the wheel a bit more girth.

  • @alec7568
    @alec7568 4 роки тому +18

    I remember a time when logitech setups were pretty much the best you could get, oh how times have changed.

    • @ignaciorosales6040
      @ignaciorosales6040 4 роки тому

      Whats the best/lowcost now?

    • @alec7568
      @alec7568 4 роки тому +3

      @@ignaciorosales6040 you seriously can't go wrong with the Logitech setups but in my opinion I would recommend a thrust master t300, one of their cheaper belt driven ones.

  • @jefflangdon3540
    @jefflangdon3540 4 роки тому

    Good vid bro, you have a demeanour about you that is well suited to this line of work/hobby.

  • @davideschmann5123
    @davideschmann5123 4 роки тому

    Great content man very informative and your jokes are A1 i dig the channel keep up the great work

  • @ptownfernando
    @ptownfernando 4 роки тому +7

    4:14 HAHA!! Cracked me up outta nowhere.

  • @LouisTheSEGANerd
    @LouisTheSEGANerd 4 роки тому +4

    I've been using a £40 DFGT for the past 2 and a half years and think it's brilliant. I'll probably upgrade at some point though as I kinda want a clutch pedal and h-shifter

    • @foulplay99
      @foulplay99 4 роки тому

      The difference in noise levels and FFB strength is great when you upgrade to the G29 from the DFGT, the G29 is a really noticeable improvement, and the pedals feel much better. The DFGT for me was an an absolute bargain and amazing re-entry though (my first wheel was the old Microsoft FFB wheel which cost me about £200).

  • @ozzieosborne9609
    @ozzieosborne9609 3 роки тому

    This is so helpful a the moment. I'm trying to get into sim racing and this helped majorly. Thank you

  • @ashmathia2119
    @ashmathia2119 2 роки тому

    Great presentation and easy to understand ✌️

  • @murari7552
    @murari7552 3 роки тому +12

    I have been playing GT sport on my Thrustmaster T80 for almost a year and the product I have now is a replacement cus the first one did not shift up or did not accelerate fully or both. I would've bought the G29 but it was too pricey compared to the T80 and I realized why it costed so less later on. The T80's all plastic design was just disappointing with a bit of low quality rubber at the places u normally hold the wheel i.e, 3 o clock and 9 o clock. And, no force feedback and all the fancy shmansy buttons and the list would go on. Point is, buy the right sim wheel, not the cheapest one.
    Hope u learnt something!

  • @smack7401
    @smack7401 4 роки тому +22

    Overall, this is genuinely one of the best videos on youtube. So helpfully, well put together and a man that actually spits facts, not rubbish.

    • @ChrisHaye
      @ChrisHaye  4 роки тому +3

      Thanks dude :)

    • @deviljes666
      @deviljes666 4 роки тому +1

      Well said. A rare gem on youtube. Insta sub

    • @puerkito9893
      @puerkito9893 3 роки тому

      Same dude, if I had any doubts about my purchase, this mauled them with a maze and did *things* to their corpse

  • @Chader9
    @Chader9 4 роки тому +1

    Well covered, much appreciated :D

  • @vincent7603
    @vincent7603 4 роки тому

    Subbed! Really high quality content!
    Please stay safe!

  • @diwasparajuli4983
    @diwasparajuli4983 3 роки тому +6

    I didn't even skip a second when I found this channel video
    The channel is so good

  • @b9bot148
    @b9bot148 3 роки тому +2

    Love my G29 wheel and pedals, I did do a mod for the paddle shifters that adds a magnet for a much more responsive feel and click to the shifters. Less than $10 us dollars.

    • @aaronfleming5233
      @aaronfleming5233 3 роки тому +1

      Don't suppose you have a link to them fancy doodads?

    • @ScreamDeafProject
      @ScreamDeafProject 3 роки тому +1

      @@aaronfleming5233 you can find them on eBay or Amazon or smthn, I got mine and their pretty good

  • @adonisman808
    @adonisman808 2 роки тому

    Excellent video and thanks for validating my soon to arrive g29 purchase

  • @playbunny4490
    @playbunny4490 3 роки тому

    Thank you for the deep research done on this wheel

  • @ctWOOOO
    @ctWOOOO 4 роки тому +6

    this thing looks so much like a Logitech Driving Force Pro it is shocking, the desk clamps look exactly the same as the model from 2003

  • @Mladjasmilic
    @Mladjasmilic 4 роки тому +52

    Or, just buy a Yugo.
    It has all the features this wheel has (heavy steering and slack), metal pedals and real (but vague) shifter. G-forces are about the same as the best simulator, more realistic when driving over typical Serbian road.
    And best of all, it would cost about 300€, last longer and take 4 friends for fun and 2 packs of beer.

    • @dragocvetko1333
      @dragocvetko1333 4 роки тому +1

      Ja isto razmišljam uzet yuga ili ovo sranje

    • @Mo__Joe
      @Mo__Joe 4 роки тому

      I live in germany and never heard about this car. u would molest everybody with just driving this shit here. can't imagine this shit

    • @lukacicek5450
      @lukacicek5450 4 роки тому

      Ili ladu kupiš glorious Russian engineering

    • @jonp3890
      @jonp3890 3 роки тому

      Also known to make great wheelbarrows.

    • @the_one_titan3381
      @the_one_titan3381 3 роки тому

      Also would break down ever 20 meters

  • @KenWiggerAnotherAncientGamer

    Thanks for the review!