Best Home Sim Racing Rig Ever?

In this video I've got my hands on what could be a genuine game changer in the world of home sim racing chairs...the Speed Cockpit.
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[@egj1975]

I agree on the look. It looks very nice and it looks MUCH more exlusive than the old rig. Matt black is always a good colour that both stands out and blends ind.

[@charliemaybe]

you know you could get extruded aluminum and make yourself a frame and then paint it matte black

[@MrTomWaffles]

Seen this before, good to hear your thoughts on it

[@roberthiggins6401]

Nice Marc. Looking forward to seeing if it improves your lap times.

[@DanLaneWowLookAtThisFancyURL]

8:52 "that's generally where I *sit* on this" -- intentional or not, I did get a chuckle out of that, lol

[@F1Elvis]

😊

[@essa28_fsr]

Got to say that rig looks mighty impressive.

[@joshkindu3063]

this is awesome, looks like something you could make yourself. I'd try it out

[@GrumpyToffee]

Looks brilliant. Nowhere I could fit anything like that anywhere in our house unfortunately, so it's a reclined gaming chair with my G29 which works well for me. Just need a gaming PC now and you can enter the world of cars, tracks and mods for Assetto Corsa!

[@rynosraceroom]

Your play-rig went on a diet ! Nice sim-rig🤘🏻🏁

[@joshsmith7521]

My dream is to have my own man cave with a sim racing set up like that in it. Something like the shed that broadbent has

[@yorks89dc]

Don't have kids, you can have it all by 23 :)

[@joshsmith7521]

@@yorks89dc annoyingly I'm 29 already and had a child at 23 😂

[@johnnytyrrell7060]

I LIKE IT, LOOK'S GOOD hopefully it's going to help you push down your lap time's.🏁🏁🏁

[@TheMack]

That looks really slick and sturdy! It's like if IKEA had created it! How is the "bum-comfort" after two hours in the seat? Not getting numb in the lower parts? =)

[@irishRocker1]

"that's generally where I sit on this" nice lol

[@raruue6198]

now we need to see you on some racing sim games like assetto corsa

[@matzlh44]

I spent 1k on a playseat F1 redbull edition, and that flexes quite alot... so for half the price this is very good and been able to fold up is a great plus!

[@panvlk]

Price of this isn't all that great. Just the playseat is stupidly overpriced. You can get an extrusion rig for similar price as this thing.

[@matzlh44]

@@panvlk yes but they take up alot of room, this folds away... obviously theres better rigs but this is a good price and great solution for people not wanting a permanent setup as said in the video.

[@panvlk]

@@matzlh44 It doesn't really fold enough to be of much use. It will still have pretty large footprint, the folding just make it less tall, but still not enough to actually store it comfortably. The big wooden board it sits on will still be a bottleneck in terms of storability.

[@matzlh44]

@@panvlk well each to their own m8...

[@michaelwoods4886]

Do your knees hit on the wheelbase stand when your using the pedals?

[@karehaqt]

I'm actually surprised you didn't design your own rig.

[@F1Elvis]

Haha, what in all my spare time....?😊

[@W0o0dy]

@@F1Elvis surely a mate (with a few computers at McLaren F1) could hook you up there 😉

[@Maniac618]

I've cracked the plaster in my spare room wall with my fanatec load cell pedals! I recommend getting a sim rig platform!

[@F1Elvis]

Hahahaha

[@michaelmcardle]

Looks epic

[@gabormiklay9209]

I really want to see it in action! 👍 I saw there are videos about the current GP, with a guide how to master the track. Although I never saw one. I'm wondering if Marc went around those. 😂

[@bremms1]

It is pretty slick

[@gabormiklay9209]

This kind of video is funny. I laughed. 😁

[@paulwood6729]

Really impressed. Now you just need to convince Mrs P into getting a three screen set-up!

[@F1Elvis]

Haha, one step at a time!

[@biggerboat25]

Great review , seen u on mini E safety car add ( love those vids as well) Found one identical used but guy asking £450 min as he said he paid £850 plus taxes so not sure as prices now showing £800-900 on web , is this an old model , would love one

[@ACurbo]

Nice review! I ordered mine back in September and this is the first video I’ve seen outside of the promotional stuff. One question: how small is it when folded down? I sold my missus on the fact that I’ll be able to store it away

[@F1Elvis]

Haha, it isn't going to dissappear, so it's definitely not as collapsible as the Playseat, but on the flip side it looks quite nice when it's up!😊

[@AwkwardPencil]

Where can I buy this

[@MozTS]

Wish it had a center cutout for fighter planes center stick

[@oddsandwindsocks5905]

What a great set up. And reasonable prices too. Just a shame that fanatec are a fortune thought lol

[@lukasethan6429]

Honestly I think that price point is pretty solid. I was expecting $1000+. I will be getting one and reviewing it. I know a lot of local sim racers here in Kansas and this will be a hit for sure.

[@Pshady]

That looks really neat and tidy, beautiful design and practical ... but over my budget unfortunately. I will have stick to my no so cool Renault scenic seat bolted to a home made wooden frame.

[@leumas75]

Yeah, I’d need to add on a power lift-to-stand feature. And I’m 45. 😂😂😂😭😭😭

[@callummcintyre9409]

We got one of these at Driver61, it's really nice! They put our logo on the headrest! My only struggle is that my knees don't fit too well under the wheel - I'm 6.2' so it's a bit tight. But good overall!

[@F1Elvis]

Yeah, I really like it. I'm 6' and it's perfect.

[@mikematthesen9196]

I am 6´7 and thinking about purchasing one. Would you recommend it or do you think it won't fit at all? :D

[@callummcintyre9409]

@@mikematthesen9196 I'd say so. It's the clamps from my G29 that get in the way, either cut those off of use another wheel. You could always raise the wheel with a spacer or something too

[@felipefenton]

@@callummcintyre9409 thanks for the info and thank you Marc for the review. Very helpful. Callum, good job to everyone over at Driver61, love the service! Hey, I was wondering if you guys were able to bring the pedal plate lower than Marc or the guys at Boosted Media. From both videos it seems like you can’t, yet you mention that the only thing bothering you is the G29 bracket, which would lead me to believe that you must’ve. I ask because I’m also 6’2” and this is the only thing sort of holding me back from getting one.

[@pierremono7673]

Be honest, did they ask you to do an endorsement video?

[@panvlk]

I think the tone of this video and the fact he omitted all the apparent drawbacks (like the fact he clearly can't even turn the wheel without hitting his thighs) is an answer to that question. Good to see at least Will Ford was able to make an actual assessment video rather than this sort of thinly disguised advertisement.

[@ad2309]

Well good that the Mrs doesn't hate it. Lol Cheets

[@voltic_iwnl2224]

What is the brand

[@ScottStonefield]

Well how was the driving with the new seat? Did it make you quicker? It does look better.

[@F1Elvis]

It will definitely make me more consistent as I get used to it.

[@panvlk]

Have you used this before making the video? Looking at your seating position I have doubts you could even turn the wheel when it's almost brushing your legs even in straight position.

[@F1Elvis]

I don't have any problems with it...

[@zeekot4064]

Lmao bro, you’re a great salesman.... even tho i think this sim rig isn’t all that great from all the reviews I’ve seen on em when i was about to buy it.. But after watching this video I’m thinking to myself “ oh wow maybe i should have bought it after all since he likes it “ lmao great work yet again

[@F1Elvis]

I can't really fault it...

[@gabormiklay9209]

The title and he preview pic suggest fun. 👍

[@gabormiklay9209]

05:48 and it's very quiet too. Amazing! 🤣😂

[@lilgig009]

There goes another 2 seconds from Marc's lap times!

[@gabormiklay9209]

Frenchie Co. Fashion + Engineering What we love the most about our Frenchie Family, is the way you guys always find the time to reach out with your opinions about our products. 🤣

[@gabormiklay9209]

02:19 "Completely coincidence, nothing else!" 😀

[@Igbon5]

Not too bad. One tiny criticism. I think the bolts holding the frame to the plank seem a bit agricultural. How about a nice socket head or Torx head cap screw for a more elegant look. Also, the washers seem to be a bit off center indicating that the hole in the washer was a bit to big for the bolt shaft and it looks a bit off. Maybe it's the camera angle. Feel free to tell me how wrong I am, and, in the end, I am jealous of your setup. I hope to get something similar together for myself soon.

[@KjellEilertsen]

Nice looking, but center pillar gets in the way when not driving left foot braking cars. I love me some old classics where I have to heel/toe and that becomes near impossible in such a rig sadly. Great if you're only into formula cars though.

[@ruffrider6653]

It is an F1 rig...

[@KjellEilertsen]

​@@ruffrider6653 Sure, and as I said, it's great if you're only into formula cars. :) I'm not, hence my comment.

[@KjellEilertsen]

I also think it's stupid to buy a rig that has this limitation, you may go in to this hobby thinking you'll only drive F1 cars, but you never know if your mind changes later on and then you've bought yourself an issue. There are Formula style rigs out there without a center pillar, though I must admit, most doesn't score as high points in the furniture department. :)

[@gabormiklay9209]

02:59 "Astheticly pleasing!" 😁

[@migy5031]

Jimmy Broadbent is jealous because that rig can’t fit into his shed.

[@marcnobel3938]

Ha Ha Ha - I was just thinking about that

[@BrandonKent136]

Jimmys rig is much much nicer

[@panvlk]

I don't think any serious simracer would be thrilled about this rig. Especially not someone who has a good aluminium profile rig which is about 1000% better than this thing.

[@XXX-xn1hh]

@@BrandonKent136 and he is a much nicer guy as this dude...got loads of money and gets a free rig, and burns logitech to the ground, where he also got free stuff from...thats just not good.

[@ruffrider6653]

@@panvlk Someone who wants a rig in the form of a F1 car will love it. I don't know of any Aluminium profile rigs that have an F1 stance.

[@danlowery8749]

Looks like your legs would obstruct the wheel. Is that an issue at all?

[@F1Elvis]

No, completely adjustable, no problem for me.

[@TheDoctor46vr]

What wheel base do you ise and os there flex?

[@cliffordbrogan6413]

about 20 years ago, I built my own sim rig from my own idea, no template, no kit- for really cheap- just don't have the kind of money for stuff like this. It's minimum, simple, rigid, not from 2x4's and plywood, none of that nonsense, and i have yet to see one that I would prefer even if it was COMPLETELY FREE.

[@nox3335]

Don't wanna be cheeky but since you're not using all your old gear can I have it? Please and thanks.

[@rockstarsouth3405]

Looks ok, looking forward to you getting a better dedicated rig, the back rest for this one doesn’t look F1 of even racing themed enough (even the playseat does that better).

[@09corvettezr1]

And in Canada it could double as a toboggan.

[@markstuart8401]

Wonder if you’d manage a direct drive wheel on that base tho?! Looks smart. I’m running the playseat sensation pro.

[@F1Elvis]

Yes, definitely.

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Traction control: doesn't prevent the car from spinning out. Although reduces wheelspin, depending on the setup. I'm even nesting the elements of this vocabulary. It's better this way.

[@studioviper3016]

*cries in IKEA poang*

[@Ebonyqwe]

I’d never get into, and definitely wouldn’t get out of it😀

[@tocaracer8066]

I think you forgot to mention anything about the wooden board underneath

[@F1Elvis]

I did mention it?

[@ihababbas9863]

But I see flexes when you push the wheel

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Track position: it refers to the cars' position on the track, relative to each other. What also important is the track's position in the world. Otherwise, no one would show up. Sometimes track position is key, because on some tracks it's notoriously hard to overtake. It's not that cars are stopped on the track. They are going around with their race pace. Track position is a kind of advantage on the current track. Cars behind it can be faster. If they can "fully send it"! Or push the car in front into a mistake.

[@romeoroze2357]

OMG!! it's the guy from Wheelers dealers!!!! ... oh Hi Marc. 👋

[@stephencruse6525]

The Room!

[@nhancao4790]

Marc Priestly - the former Mclaren and current Wheeler dealers mechanic.

[@F1Elvis]

😊

[@MalcomMcLeod]

Good bye trusty Playseat hello Speed Cockpit!

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Curfew (during F1 race weekend): Implements a limited timeframe when the mechanics can work on the car. Limits night work hours in the pitlane. Can be broken by X (it is a number of course) times a season. (Check: does it still exists in 2020?) (Lookup X) (Choose the better description. Describing something twice is not necessary.)

[@TonyStone3000]

Not liking that you have to straddle the steering column. If they can figure out that part I would seriously look into getting one.

[@F1Elvis]

I don't find it a problem at all...

[@TonyStone3000]

@@F1Elvis Maybe if I actually tried it? Great content btw :)

[@F1Elvis]

For me the Playseat was more of an issue as the pillar was down between the ankles. On this you don't even notice it.

[@joshgroenewald7454]

Now. The real question is, did the times fall?

[@F1Elvis]

Not yet, but it'll definitely make me more consistent without the variable flex

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Diffuser: the floor ends in the diffuser. It accelerates airflow to make suction to create downforce. This low pressure area couldn't be created without the track surface. If the car is pitching too much when accelerating and braking that disturbes the airflow, reducing downforce. Funnily: I feel disturbance in the force. Rake: the height difference between the front and the back of the floor-diffuser. High rake: RBR (Red Bull Racing)'s concept for the diffuser.

[@Gravengaard]

Stop yourself! What's the point with all this spam?

[@gabormiklay9209]

@@Gravengaard It started when I watched Marc's video about Kimi's book. And remembered 2 translation nonsense. Hungarian translators always do some unbelievably stupid translation. Wheelspin: the tyres were rotating. This was the hungarian solution of wheelspin. So, I started to collect confusing words, expressions. The whole thing is for fun. Nothing else.

[@TheProfficer]

They’re selling for $500, it may be a bit pricey for some. But for something like this it’s quite reasonable.

[@setthestandardsimracing8689]

Doesn't look like he fits very well in it! His knee's are touching the steering wheel im wondering how tall you are as I'm a short arse so think I'd be nice & snug in it.

[@gabormiklay9209]

😂 It is funny. 🤣

[@jobjoel525]

I want one please 😭😭😭😭😭

[@jonnyscott9996]

Quite surprised the cost wasn't more, considering the size and quality but it looks the bees knees

[@panvlk]

You can get smaller aluminium extrusion rigs for similar price, and they will be more rigid, more adjustable, they won't have the centerpost, and they will take roughly the same space. For example Simlab GT1 Evo. This video looks more like an advertisement rather than an objective evaluation of the product.

[@PalashMehta]

I've been targeted with this product's ad for a while now and even after watching all their promo vids I wasn't sure if that thing is any good, your video has clear the doughts for sure.

[@matthewwilliams5253]

its a piece of shit do not get one you will regret it

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Floor: 100% open throttle. Floor: aero device. Floor + diffuser + track surface are the parts of it. Really. The track surface also. Floor: prevents the driver from scraping the track surface with its butt. (The upper side of the Floor: aero device)

[@markatwell2007]

Looks like your hands would bash your legs on sharp turns/corrections ?

[@F1Elvis]

No, all fully adjustable

[@Antoon55]

Where goes the screen?

[@F1Elvis]

On the wall...

[@gejes9658]

And your results? Faster?

[@F1Elvis]

Not yet, because I'd learnt to adapt to the flex of the old one, but it might once I've got used to it.

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Flyaway races: outside Europe. PU: Power unit. Set of different engine elements, that creates rotational force to move the car forward. (Wowww. How sophisticated is this?)

[@danmc_2783]

Uh, reckon Barry Rowland at Sim Racing Garage might just have a better set up lol

[@johnbeer4963]

Gaming gear being reviewed by a former F1 engineer, it doesn't get any better than this chaps... well.. okay.. maybe if DC or JB were in on it... but for the purposes of this video it doesn't get any better than this

[@imDizzzee]

Yes it's a good idea in terms of style but it looks so uncomfortable. really doubt a direct drive would be good for it, your back posture looks bad. if you turn the steering wheel let's say at monaco surely you are touching your knees? your knees look bent to get around the wheel

[@F1Elvis]

No, all fully adjustable and very comfortable for me.

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Fastest lap: I can't come up with a description that's short. Also: some things are just self explanatory. Lap: going around the track.

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Overtake: see "Send it". Send it: going around a car in style! The car gains track position. Fully send it: going around a car in style! The car gains track position.

[@slothzzy.]

Ur better than Jeff! But my tires are still good!

[@F1Elvis]

😂

[@sanderheijselaar5687]

Looks great, except for the placing of the knees. That looks uncomfortable

[@F1Elvis]

It's fully adjustable...

[@panvlk]

@@F1Elvis As far as I can find, the height of the center post isn't adjustable, just the seat itself. So you could fit your knees in by making the seat more upright, the overall seating position will still be a bit shit though, with wheel too low... I wouldn't really call it fully adjustable when it doesn't even match the adjustability scale of entry level rigs, let alone aluminium extrusion rigs (which start at about the same price, take the similar amount of space and beat this one in every other aspect).

[@chrisjeneson5091]

Looks good. To be even more realistic, I think you should wear a helmet!

[@F1Elvis]

😄

[@lewisbloom]

2:36 in and I see the center bar. So thats a dragon den straight no from me. There is no reason for a center bar that doesn't then affect the stability of the right itself. Plus having to have my knees a particular way and have a bar pote tilly to bang against. Nope, def not.

[@F1Elvis]

Not been an issue at all for me...

[@lewisbloom]

@@F1Elvis i believe its like you experienced with the wheel u til you try without, you don't know what your missing.

[@Em-7Add11]

no footage of it being used? disappointed!! loooks nice though

[@panvlk]

From his seating position it seems like he would have a hard time turning the wheel so close to his knees. Really seems more like an ad than actual review. The rig takes about the same space as smaller aluminium profile rigs (because even after folding up it has the same footprint and it clearly doesn't fold far enough to be storable), it has barely any adjustability, and the big center post for the wheel stand on top of it.

[@Em-7Add11]

@@panvlk i researched the "funding" page for this project and I must say i was a bit frustrated because there are rigs that take up the same amount of space tthat are much stronger. also that seat look absolutely pathetic! its like a gym bench angled upright. and i agree, i think its an ad, bit of a shame really coming from marc

[@Bobby11]

Unfortunately for me id be paying $320 USD for shipping so.. that adds more than 50% to the price :(

[@BoosiveFPV]

Crowd funded project though. So there's a chance you won't receive a refund after the 5th Dec.

[@joaocarlosjacinto222]

consider my money gone already, this is really the best for me, consider it bought

[@Vic6]

Don’t, a bar between the legs sucks for sim racing, especially when you upgrade to 3 pedals.

[@rensellvalencia2695]

69.7 k nice

[@lukewaring2832]

Omg , that looks like a medical device for my 45yr old back......😉 And in 5 yrs I wont be able to get out from it...its a young man's game obvs.🥴🤣😎

[@W0o0dy]

@Luke Waring did you check out the website? Maybe there is an optional crane? 😉

[@MFRcar92]

I have one and I sold it not that good

[@CuttingEdgeRetro]

hmm makes my DIY rig look like actual garbage :( might be time to upgrade. XD

[@rohitb6]

Think about the money you saved by making a DIY kit! That can go into getting a sick rig like Elvis'

[@panvlk]

Not sure what your rig looks like, but I wouldn't rush with decomissioning it. DIY wooden rigs are often a very good way to get a solid setup that's often better than entry level premade gear. And especially compared to this thing, which doesn't seem either practical, comfortable, adjustable or particularly cheap. Marc supposedly isn't paid for this "review", but the massive praise without acknowledging evident big drawbacks of the rig make the video seem more like an advertisement. You can get extrusion rigs at similar price, and they will be far more practical, adjustable and rigid, while taking up similar amount of space.

[@cancracker]

In short this is no game changer except for those who need to ask their spouse for approval 🤣

[@theodorecarttar454]

I’d like to know how the wheel turns? I believe that’s why you never turned it in the review is because your legs get in the way of it

[@F1Elvis]

Never had an issue with that at all? Why would I pretend? It's not my company...

[@theodorecarttar454]

@@F1Elvis to show your appreciation to the company for sending you one. But I guess I’m wrong

[@gabormiklay9209]

Vocabulary for motorsport newbies: (my edition) Unsprung weight. (of the car): carparts that are not supported by the suspension's spring/damper (or its equivalent) side. (Thee are a lot of course. They called spare parts. But what counts here are the ones that are assembled onto the car.) This must go to the beginning of the vocabulary as a statement: Pro tips: when making a description about things, try to explain it in detail which makes sense. The amount of this info can be varied by sheer stupidity. So, descriptions which are less than someone's brain/imagination/IQ can lead to misunderstandings. Although sensible people will ask some more to understand the description. 😂

[@b.s547]

With less than 400 dollars you can buy SimLab Evo rig which is way better than this or any other rig in this price range !

[@andrewburgen1]

The fold away feature that he shows on the website is not the same folding feature they have on the production rig, this prevents it from folding away in any sense of usefulness. They also state on there website that Logitech pedals fit out of the box, they will fit out of the box but it then becomes impossible to attach the pedal plate back to the rig A pretty rig with less flex that anything bar profile? Yes A well thought out, designed and executed rig? No Tldr this isn’t the rig they crowd funded for, or it is but they removed everything that made it useful or accessible by newer sim racers

[@DingbatToast]

10min advert with no negatives Hmmm

[@louisgreschner2359]

Honestly doesn't look like you're able to turn the wheel, doesn't suit taller drivers

[@richardjones3447]

I wish people would send me something free