I found my solution here last year as sim racing wear is rare here in Brazil and karting gear destroys your wallet - Alpinestars motocross gloves and Puma BMW shoes, which were surprisingly cheap, equivalent to 25 and 15 Euros, respectively (yeah, the shoes were cheaper). I used it all the time but laziness made me choose to go only with sport socks, so I use the shoes mostly for karting. The idea was always to go for cheaper solutions as the PC upgrade and the wheel stand were priorities at the time, and it worked really well for me.
The best thing about wearing gloves and racing shoes for sim racing in Brazil is that during the summer, after an hour you lost about half your weight in sweat, just like the real drivers! Can't beat that immersion
Brasileiros brasileirando. Nunca pensei em tênis pra Sim Racing. Mas essa dos Water Shoes meus pais usam constantemente em viagens. Nunca quis um porque achava ridículo, mas agora... Vou considerar. Já usava luvas por causa do suor.
Hospital socks are great too if you don't want a shoe but your socks are slipping. They have little rubber pads under your foot that grip the pedals very nicely
I'm really glad you made this video. I have always struggled to use the pedals with shoes on, so I always do it with just socks. However, I do find that over prolonged play I start to get painful parts of the bottom of my feet, especially when using the brake pedal.
For shoes, skateboarding shoes work wonders as well.. because they are made with the same purpose - feel the surface (skateboard). Only thing they are missing is the rounded heel part. Using my pair of Supras with Fanatec CSL Elite LC pedals
Short answer No you don't need gloves. But they are a great way keep a comfortable grip for long sessions and to prolong the look and feel of the handgrips and button faces from wear and tear. Some might think it's silly, But I think it shows we care for our equipment that we have invested so much time and money into.
Also I can recommend climbing gloves. That rough double layer Wildleather gives perfect grip on Alcantara and lasts like forever because .. it is made for climbing. The upper side is thin and breathable. Mine even have a kind of sweatband part on the thumb and there are versions with cutout fingertips, too. You can find proper ones as cheap as 12-15 Euros.
This is a really useful video. I had already discovered the mechanics gloves for my T-300 Alcantara wheel, but I am glad to hear that someone at your level uses them too. In fact I just bought a new pair at my local auto parts place, for $8 Cdn (maybe 6 euros) so I can change them from time to time. The water shoes are a great idea that I would not have thought of. They are readily available in the summertime here in Canada, often at discount stores for very low prices (under $10 Cdn). Thanks for these great tips, and I am now a new subscriber!
I really like people who use their imagination to use items for other purposes than planned. For gloves, I use fingerless weightlifting gloves, because I need to manipulate the touch screen on my Ipad to trigger some control buttons with Simdashboard, Simhub and Matric
Since moving to a DD and load cell brake setup I have used some budget karting boots and gloves, learnt to deal with the odd looks my wife gives me when I get suited up to race.
Awesome video! I bought a set of water shoes for some beach trips a couple of years ago because I absolutely HAAAATE getting my feet cut up badly by random beach detritis and sea shells that may be out there. They were amazing for that. Unfortunately the ones that I have have a very aggressive, blocky, textured sole on them that makes them terrible for sim racing, and the 2 weeks I used them at the beach absolutely ruined them (they were very, very cheap) anyway. So this makes me feel awesome about buying another pair this year. I like applying this same logic to the mechanix gloves... not racing sim specific, so absolutely a reasonable use of money! Thanks for the video!
Since i upgraded to a stronger wheel (TS-PC) and i like to run the strongest FFB settings, driving without gloves is not possible for longer races. I get blisters very fast on my hands. Also the grip is better and it feels nice. Also bought Sparco racing shoes but i struggle a bit, feels like im not that sensitive as with socks. Bought rubber covers for my loadcell pedals, so they are not too cold and i still have a nice grip with socks.
From the MX/BMX/DH world are what some call 'race day'. These are full finger gloves but with single ply palms and fingers. Often the hide is also thinner. These two combine for a better 'feel' of the bar and levers for that little bit extra on race day but are not as durable. What I use is the Troy Lee Desgins Air glove. Often it's easy to find past seasons product on sale.
Thanks for the suggestion of cycling gloves, which I then realised I already have because I like to cycle. Definitely need it with the Thrustmaster Ferrari F1 rim with those rubber grips.
Water Shoes! Great idea! Thanks! I have been using my Mechanix gloves, great light weight glove for sim racing. I have the Fanatec CSL pedals, and have just been wearing socks, but looking for a good light weight shoe to wear (socks keep twisting!) so thanks for the idea of water shoes that can also be used for house shoes.
Shoes: Puma drift Kat 1full size larger than your normal size. Gloves: Rocky Mountain MC in the US. Summer versions of motorcross style work best for me.
I use Converse Chuck Taylor shoes. Comfy, loosely attached so I can put them on and off fast. They have a good some for heel n' toe. Plus, I can wear 'em without socks !
For gloves, I went to my local hardware store and got some cheap rubber grip carpentry work gloves. I use to use Mechanix gloves until I found these. Shoes, for the moment I amusing a pair of Fireside house slippers. I am switching to some OP water shoes.
I asked you on a live stream about your shoes and bought a pair on amazon. I love them so much for driving I ordered 2 more pair. Can't beat them. And, yea Mechanix wear Gloves. I have a dozen pair of them around for everything from sim racing to mountain biking, shooting, construction and gardening... oh, and wrenching on the STI too. LOL There are a great variety of types too.
The first time i tried my wheel, I was surprised by how much my hands were sweating, and getting slippy. So i'm using gloves obviously for grip, but also for preserving the wheel as much as I can. Still driving with socks though, and i might need to wear shoes cause when you miss the pedal and it rips your foot, it can hurt.
Mechanix gloves FTW. My Alcantara wheel loves me for it. Still trying to figure out a solution to just wearing socks. The pedal and pedal plate get bothersome towards the end of a 1 hour stint. Thanks for the share, RC. I will definitely look into water shoes.
I use mechanix gloves too, theyre great. for shoes i use cheap $10 flat skate shoes from walmart with the insoles removed. the soles are pretty thin so you get great feel out of the pedals.
Yes you need gloves to protect your hands from blisters and suff, aslo help keep your wheels in a nicer condition for longer For shoes tbh no you don't but if you want a pair of sim shoes get them it's nice to have a complete set of equipment 😊
I just upgraded my g920 to clubsport f1 v2 , v2.5 wheel base and v3 pedals. I bought gloves because I read the v2 wheel easily wears and I don't want to damage it.
I use both, i fonte like to drive with socks ir bare feet, Also the gloves are the best for wheel maintenance and long driving sessions. I just use some padded bike gloves and some training Slim shoes.
I was in Walmart at the cash register waiting to pay my Mechanic Fast Fit gloves and then the cashier told me they couldn't scan them. Since it was already past the opening hours, I said ok I will just come back. I thought I will watch this video before making my decision. Now I am extra mad that I didn't get them and I would have to go back just to get what I had in my hands lol. But at least now I will be sure I am making a good decision 😉
I use the Sparco KG3, which are entry Level Karting gloves, I got them for 40€. My Shoes are the Sparco KB4, which are 80€ entry Karting shoes as well. Can really recommend them
Wanted to buy a proper racing shoes, but in the end, I went for a pair of wrestling shoes, a Nike Speedsweep 7, they are more "breathable" than racing shoes.
Nice.. Never thought about water shoe (with heel). Been driving my rig with big clodhopper shoes since day 1.. Want to try something lighter and thinner! DMAX
I use a pair of Racing Gloves and Ballerina slippers with a soft sole and Recommend all the female sim racers to use the same remember ballerina slippers and racing gloves
So if I use a g920 Its recommended to use a water shoes? I use gloves because my hands sweat to much and I didnt feel confortable, I bought my gloves in a home depot jaja and I use it when I want to race and clean the garden, move heavy things and stuff like that. 🙌
I wouldn't really recommend any shoes for logitech pedals as they're very soft on their own, maybe except for the brake pedal, but that's weird logitech's idea. As RC said in the vid, shoes are more of a thing for the higher end pedals, as they're sturdier and with loadcells you can make it require a lot of force to press. It's about comfort after all, so if your feet don't hurt, there's no point.
@@Salutifer0us the input lag has been significantly reduced in recent years. For example LG are making very good TVs with good response times. That makes me wonder if you need a monitor if your computer is just dedicated to gaming
Funfact: Legendary F1 driver Rubens Barrichello stated he likes to simrace using socks. On the 24h virtual lemans, he used a single racing shoe on the brake pedal because of the long stints, and sock only on the gas pedal. Absolute legend.
wtf, after seeing people's comments here, I feel ashamed as I do it barefooted and only hit the pedals with my toes. Maybe that's why I can't hit lower than 5:30 in Akina.
there is no cringe with sim racing gloves i have peeled of skin from finger while driving and that fucking burns only people who cant drive fast will tell you driving with gloves in a sim is cringe
everyone gangsta until the water shoes come on
„The new Figi-Racers“
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"Gloves!... Gloves and steering wheel, yeah. COMEOON!!"
This comment is underrated
I found my solution here last year as sim racing wear is rare here in Brazil and karting gear destroys your wallet - Alpinestars motocross gloves and Puma BMW shoes, which were surprisingly cheap, equivalent to 25 and 15 Euros, respectively (yeah, the shoes were cheaper). I used it all the time but laziness made me choose to go only with sport socks, so I use the shoes mostly for karting.
The idea was always to go for cheaper solutions as the PC upgrade and the wheel stand were priorities at the time, and it worked really well for me.
The best thing about wearing gloves and racing shoes for sim racing in Brazil is that during the summer, after an hour you lost about half your weight in sweat, just like the real drivers! Can't beat that immersion
Brasileiros brasileirando. Nunca pensei em tênis pra Sim Racing. Mas essa dos Water Shoes meus pais usam constantemente em viagens. Nunca quis um porque achava ridículo, mas agora... Vou considerar. Já usava luvas por causa do suor.
For shoes I would highly recommend indoor soccer shoes as well.
I would say that softer soles give more feel
Of the same ilk, I recommend old climbing shoes or cross country running flats
Why not ! but as a futsal gk, i can confirm the soles are a bit too thick. water shoes are really a good compromise !
Hospital socks are great too if you don't want a shoe but your socks are slipping. They have little rubber pads under your foot that grip the pedals very nicely
I'm really glad you made this video. I have always struggled to use the pedals with shoes on, so I always do it with just socks. However, I do find that over prolonged play I start to get painful parts of the bottom of my feet, especially when using the brake pedal.
For shoes, skateboarding shoes work wonders as well.. because they are made with the same purpose - feel the surface (skateboard). Only thing they are missing is the rounded heel part.
Using my pair of Supras with Fanatec CSL Elite LC pedals
Short answer No you don't need gloves. But they are a great way keep a comfortable grip for long sessions and to prolong the look and feel of the handgrips and button faces from wear and tear. Some might think it's silly, But I think it shows we care for our equipment that we have invested so much time and money into.
Also I can recommend climbing gloves. That rough double layer Wildleather gives perfect grip on Alcantara and lasts like forever because .. it is made for climbing. The upper side is thin and breathable. Mine even have a kind of sweatband part on the thumb and there are versions with cutout fingertips, too. You can find proper ones as cheap as 12-15 Euros.
Yeah, this is silly RC... Thought everybody raced butt-naked?! What's this extremist nonsense with gloves? What's next? Pants?!
You pantxtremist
@@randomcallsign 🤣🤣🤣
Then what, underwear?
This is a really useful video. I had already discovered the mechanics gloves for my T-300 Alcantara wheel, but I am glad to hear that someone at your level uses them too. In fact I just bought a new pair at my local auto parts place, for $8 Cdn (maybe 6 euros) so I can change them from time to time. The water shoes are a great idea that I would not have thought of. They are readily available in the summertime here in Canada, often at discount stores for very low prices (under $10 Cdn). Thanks for these great tips, and I am now a new subscriber!
I really like people who use their imagination to use items for other purposes than planned.
For gloves, I use fingerless weightlifting gloves, because I need to manipulate the touch screen on my Ipad to trigger some control buttons with Simdashboard, Simhub and Matric
Since moving to a DD and load cell brake setup I have used some budget karting boots and gloves, learnt to deal with the odd looks my wife gives me when I get suited up to race.
Excellent video! It's not nerdy at all! Very useful. I was about to buy gloves and shoes for simracing and this is the way to go! Thank you very much!
Awesome video!
I bought a set of water shoes for some beach trips a couple of years ago because I absolutely HAAAATE getting my feet cut up badly by random beach detritis and sea shells that may be out there. They were amazing for that. Unfortunately the ones that I have have a very aggressive, blocky, textured sole on them that makes them terrible for sim racing, and the 2 weeks I used them at the beach absolutely ruined them (they were very, very cheap) anyway. So this makes me feel awesome about buying another pair this year.
I like applying this same logic to the mechanix gloves... not racing sim specific, so absolutely a reasonable use of money! Thanks for the video!
Gloves stop carpet burns if you crash !
Since i upgraded to a stronger wheel (TS-PC) and i like to run the strongest FFB settings, driving without gloves is not possible for longer races. I get blisters very fast on my hands. Also the grip is better and it feels nice. Also bought Sparco racing shoes but i struggle a bit, feels like im not that sensitive as with socks. Bought rubber covers for my loadcell pedals, so they are not too cold and i still have a nice grip with socks.
From the MX/BMX/DH world are what some call 'race day'. These are full finger gloves but with single ply palms and fingers. Often the hide is also thinner. These two combine for a better 'feel' of the bar and levers for that little bit extra on race day but are not as durable.
What I use is the Troy Lee Desgins Air glove. Often it's easy to find past seasons product on sale.
Thanks for the suggestion of cycling gloves, which I then realised I already have because I like to cycle. Definitely need it with the Thrustmaster Ferrari F1 rim with those rubber grips.
Water Shoes! Great idea! Thanks! I have been using my Mechanix gloves, great light weight glove for sim racing. I have the Fanatec CSL pedals, and have just been wearing socks, but looking for a good light weight shoe to wear (socks keep twisting!) so thanks for the idea of water shoes that can also be used for house shoes.
Usefull topics! I use a pair of cycle gloves from Decathlon and I'm going to check that water shoes because CSL Elite pedals are on the way. Thanks.
Shoes: Puma drift Kat 1full size larger than your normal size.
Gloves: Rocky Mountain MC in the US. Summer versions of motorcross style work best for me.
I use Converse Chuck Taylor shoes. Comfy, loosely attached so I can put them on and off fast. They have a good some for heel n' toe. Plus, I can wear 'em without socks !
i have an old pair or converses that i used for years but the sole got too thin to use outside, now theyre perfect for simracing
For gloves, I went to my local hardware store and got some cheap rubber grip carpentry work gloves. I use to use Mechanix gloves until I found these. Shoes, for the moment I amusing a pair of Fireside house slippers. I am switching to some OP water shoes.
Good stuff
I asked you on a live stream about your shoes and bought a pair on amazon. I love them so much for driving I ordered 2 more pair. Can't beat them. And, yea Mechanix wear Gloves. I have a dozen pair of them around for everything from sim racing to mountain biking, shooting, construction and gardening... oh, and wrenching on the STI too. LOL There are a great variety of types too.
The first time i tried my wheel, I was surprised by how much my hands were sweating, and getting slippy. So i'm using gloves obviously for grip, but also for preserving the wheel as much as I can. Still driving with socks though, and i might need to wear shoes cause when you miss the pedal and it rips your foot, it can hurt.
If you have an alcantara wheel it will degrade really quickly from the oils in your hands
@@solomonollason53 Yeah for sure ! Gloves are really a go-to
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Mechanix gloves FTW. My Alcantara wheel loves me for it. Still trying to figure out a solution to just wearing socks. The pedal and pedal plate get bothersome towards the end of a 1 hour stint.
Thanks for the share, RC. I will definitely look into water shoes.
I’m amazed there’s not more people suggesting water shoes for sim racing! Definitely a no brainer!
I use mechanix gloves too, theyre great. for shoes i use cheap $10 flat skate shoes from walmart with the insoles removed. the soles are pretty thin so you get great feel out of the pedals.
I use dirt bike / enduro gloves (FOX). €25,00 but you can find them cheaper on sale.
I use FOX ones too, and can use the phone without taking it off as well, very handy.
Personally I use skate style shoes (puma’s and vans), they’re fairly priced and look good but also you can wear them outside and not look weird
Yes you need gloves to protect your hands from blisters and suff, aslo help keep your wheels in a nicer condition for longer
For shoes tbh no you don't but if you want a pair of sim shoes get them it's nice to have a complete set of equipment 😊
I've been favouring baseball mitts and Ugg boots recently
I just upgraded my g920 to clubsport f1 v2 , v2.5 wheel base and v3 pedals. I bought gloves because I read the v2 wheel easily wears and I don't want to damage it.
so nice to see a humble opinion about some budget stuff...!
No, but you do need a helmet!
🤔🤔🤔maybe
@@randomcallsign Safety first! 👍
Tried it, it enhances the focus by a lot !
VR is close enough
I use both, i fonte like to drive with socks ir bare feet, Also the gloves are the best for wheel maintenance and long driving sessions. I just use some padded bike gloves and some training Slim shoes.
I am also considering gloves because endurance races start to cause calluses on the soft tissue between the thumb and index finger.
I was in Walmart at the cash register waiting to pay my Mechanic Fast Fit gloves and then the cashier told me they couldn't scan them. Since it was already past the opening hours, I said ok I will just come back. I thought I will watch this video before making my decision. Now I am extra mad that I didn't get them and I would have to go back just to get what I had in my hands lol. But at least now I will be sure I am making a good decision 😉
what is the brand name of the water shoes that you recommend?
We have been using some decent Oneal moto gloves and grippy watershoes... leave the expensive stuff on the real track.
I use the Sparco KG3, which are entry Level Karting gloves, I got them for 40€. My Shoes are the Sparco KB4, which are 80€ entry Karting shoes as well. Can really recommend them
Wanted to buy a proper racing shoes, but in the end, I went for a pair of wrestling shoes, a Nike Speedsweep 7, they are more "breathable" than racing shoes.
Wow. I just bought water shoes for sim racing 😆.
Wrestling shoes and flight/pilot nomex gloves are a good alternative.
Nice.. Never thought about water shoe (with heel). Been driving my rig with big clodhopper shoes since day 1.. Want to try something lighter and thinner! DMAX
Great video, gonna get me one. I have some terrible pain on my foot heel and I think it comes my barefoot driving .
I love Huel! Been on it for about 2.5 years now.
Sorry, check out Puma Drift Cat 5.
Home Depot firm grip general utility. Perfect. 12 bucks. Wrestling shoes. Done.
I use a pair of Racing Gloves and Ballerina slippers with a soft sole and Recommend all the female sim racers to use the same
remember ballerina slippers and racing gloves
I got my swimming shoes from Decathlon for £8 and they are still going strong coming up to a year now.
Lad my first rim racing boots were water shoes but I ordered Karting shoes so ya they will be retired soon
me who uses no shoes for my thrustmaster: You need sock and shoes?
Lmao I’m currently on vacation near the beach and I just picked up one of these pairs of shoes.
Really good video, thanks.
So if I use a g920 Its recommended to use a water shoes? I use gloves because my hands sweat to much and I didnt feel confortable, I bought my gloves in a home depot jaja and I use it when I want to race and clean the garden, move heavy things and stuff like that. 🙌
I wouldn't really recommend any shoes for logitech pedals as they're very soft on their own, maybe except for the brake pedal, but that's weird logitech's idea. As RC said in the vid, shoes are more of a thing for the higher end pedals, as they're sturdier and with loadcells you can make it require a lot of force to press.
It's about comfort after all, so if your feet don't hurt, there's no point.
continua util... obrigado! (calcado aquatico e grande ideia e barato)
Thanks. Good practical information.
You're welcome!
I use wather shoes too. The best grip and reccomend those. No glows for me,, swetty🍻
With direct drive yes gloves. I get blisters without it.
I wonder if with the availability of 120 hz 4k TVs on the market one should consider monitors still as the better choice for sim racing?
TV's often come with huge input lag compared to actual pc monitors.
@@Salutifer0us the input lag has been significantly reduced in recent years. For example LG are making very good TVs with good response times. That makes me wonder if you need a monitor if your computer is just dedicated to gaming
Could you give the description/link to that 2nd aqua shoe? Cheers.
Found them, for anyone else interested:
www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B072VFPXCF/?coliid=IWHUCTOLDOUML&colid=62ASKU0YQZER&psc=1&ref_=lv_ov_lig_dp_it
What rubber ring do you use for your load cell? Is it custom? I'm looking for a mod to stiffen the break without losing all travel
The original
y'all wear shoes?
flip flop gang
Use my pilot gloves and as shoes a pair of ballerinas
Gwenndolynn
damn these people really using shoes, there's then and there's me who uses slippers
This is not cringy or nerdy I used to play with my bare feet after an hour my feet are in so much pins and needle sensation 😂
TEVAS and Bicycle Gloves
this is a great video, not for the posers though! some great ideas here, I'm all for multi function stuff and saving money where you can
You play Airsoft? Who would've known! 😅, whereabouts do you play?
played. haven't touched in over 3 years
@@randomcallsign You should get back into it! Expensive, but great fun :)
Funfact: Legendary F1 driver Rubens Barrichello stated he likes to simrace using socks. On the 24h virtual lemans, he used a single racing shoe on the brake pedal because of the long stints, and sock only on the gas pedal.
Absolute legend.
7:36 LMAO
wtf, after seeing people's comments here, I feel ashamed as I do it barefooted and only hit the pedals with my toes. Maybe that's why I can't hit lower than 5:30 in Akina.
This explains everything.
great vdo buddy
Alcantara is only cheap in China because they are using the hides of farmed Alcantara. The Wild Alcantara is virtually extinct in Asia.... 😆
I just use my socks.......lol
I just were normal shoes (vans slip on)
7:52 This is why fanatec won't sponsor you.
I wouldn't be caught dead playing dress-up to play a video game. That's like putting on camo to play Cod. Lol.
there is no cringe with sim racing gloves
i have peeled of skin from finger while driving and that fucking burns
only people who cant drive fast will tell you driving with gloves in a sim is cringe
Nn ascolto chi riceve una percentuale sulle vendite.
good thing I dont recieve any from these sales
I can’t be the only one who thinks driving with gloves it weird, it just feels wrong, it feels like I have less control most of the time