VKB Gladiator NXT Evo | The Best Joystick For Your Money!

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00:50 Background
01:33 Features Overview
03:13 In-Depth Analysis
08:18 Cons?
08:57 Comparison
09:45 Personal Experience
10:24 Final Verdict

[@Hav0k]

It's been a while since I've done a review on gear and this one took too long to get done, my apologies to all for that. But here is my review of VKB's Gladiator NXT Evo. Check it out!

[@Swatmat]

can you do a controls video where you discuss how you have your hosas and pedals bound?

[@g8trdone]

These aren't "budget" sticks but they're the best value for sure. I love my VKBs and I recommend then at every opportunity. Save your Thrustmaster money and buy VKBs the first time.

[@Hav0k]

Absolutely. In my opinion, given the options out there, its definitely more budget friendly than a lot of other options out there.

[@bobklk51]

Got my VKB stick and Omni-throttle a month ago. I love them. So smooth. Makes the ThrustMaster HOTAS look stone age.

[@Hav0k]

Lol pretty accurate

[@Xaveth]

I've had mine for over 4 years now. I play SC nearly every night and these joysticks run like the day I got them. Highly recommend.

[@Hav0k]

They really are amazing. And I can't say I'm surprised they're working as well as day 1 for you.

[@festersmith8352]

I have Virpil. I have been curious about VKB's long term durability, since I recommend them to anyone on a budget. But will not recommend any less than VKB. Thank you for that info! Not many have talked about this.

[@Hav0k]

@festersmith8352 Glad you enjoyed the video! I'd definitely recommend them to anyone wanting to keep costs lower as well

[@holyone2668]

Just bought the premium right and premium left omni throttle. Just waiting for the delivery hopefully this week. Hopefully Star Citizen is stable by the time they come.

[@Hav0k]

It's definitely worth it! Even if you use it for other games :)

[@SRSR-pc8ti]

After getting a premium R to accompany my Virpil C Alpha L, I'm now replacing the Virpil with another Vkb Premium L. Fantastic kit.

[@Hav0k]

Virpil and VKB offer some amazing options. There are quite a few upgrades I want to get from both companies pretty soon.

[@PCPAyLOAD]

Would love to see a side by side with this setup and the WINWING Ursa Minor

[@Hav0k]

I'll definitely make sure I include a close comparison in the video.

[@igamewhenimbored7696]

Vkb gladiator nxts are the way. Nothing in it's price range competes with the performance and it is THE entry level for premium flight sticks 👍 I picked up a pair and they're exactly what i needed

[@Hav0k]

Pretty true! But it looks like Winwing I'd trying to compete in the entry level with their new Ursa Minor series. We'll see how they compare to VKB soon.

[@igamewhenimbored7696]

@@Hav0k haven't seen em yet, definitely post it you can compare them! 👀 Always good to see more options

[@Hav0k]

@@igamewhenimbored7696 winwingsim.com/view/

[@vik12D]

I went with dual VKB a while ago. They are pretty nice, the delivery time is the only minor issue.

[@doncockroft550]

I recently purchased these as well as the STECS and couldn't agree more with your assessment. Next is to save up for the mounts. Also great to see your Isaiah wrist band.

[@Hav0k]

The mounts are a great option for sure! I'm not a big fan of using joysticks on the desk and prefer to mount them instead. I really want to check out the STECS and do a review and comparison to my CM3. Maybe one day lol. Thanks! Glad you approve! 😃

[@Tribalwerewolf]

Got my VKBs earlier this year after playing Star Citizen on MKB for nine years, never looking back after moving over to sticks. Well worth the price, don't need anything more than VKBs imo.

[@Hav0k]

I can definitely agree with that. They'll be great controls for a long time for sure.

[@clickbaker1]

Great review! It legit just came out as I'm looking to buy a joystick for Star Citizen. Here in Aus the options are more limited in terms of pricing. I've found the Turtle Beach V1 joystick for $100aud LESS than the cheapest VKB joystick so I'll go with that for now. But maybe once I'm more into SC I'll get a Vkb.

[@Hav0k]

I've heard that the Turtle Beach setup is pretty solid. Sometimes we have to settle for something cheaper until we can afford to buy what we really want.

[@clickbaker1]

@@Hav0k Absolutely. I'll be honest though, it was mainly the scroll wheel and mini trackpad on the Turtle Beach setup which sold me on it. Will come in handy for controlling SCM speed, mining laser power etc.

[@Hav0k]

@clickbaker1 oh yeah that absolutely would come in handy. Similar to how the Constellation Prime has its scroll wheel as well.

[@bobklk51]

Yea I started with the Thrustmaster T.Flight Hotas One, moved up to T.16000M HOTAS and finally the VKB HOTAS setup. Takes time and money but you'll get there

[@clickbaker1]

@@bobklk51 It's very tempting to just splash out for a HOTAS setup from the get go, but I have a feeling my missus would not be happy about it 😂😅

[@bustxtreme5732]

i ordered your setup but need to wait until 29 of july until i get it OOOF i cant wait

[@Hav0k]

Nice! Honestly, I think you'll be happy with your choice! I have been enjoying my experience with VKB a ton!

[@alexanderdooley5833]

I want a pair, but I can't afford them at the moment. bought 3/4 of a new pc and had to stop due to financials. really bites having to look at a half a built pc every day.

[@Hav0k]

I empathize with that. I had to do that a long time ago when finances weren't great several years ago. It really is frustrating. Everything comes in time though!

[@Droppy01]

@alexanderdooley5833 be patient bro, grind steady and make sure all parts are compatible, when I built my pc I couldn't get it to turn on so I completely disconnected all wiring and redid it and turns out I had 1 extra wire that I connected for no reason, good luck next thing u know ur pc will be running like new there's way to many things to distract us for the meantime 👍

[@Dufoth]

you and reddit got me sold.

[@Hav0k]

They're definitely high quality joysticks. Especially for the price! Honestly I don't know of anyone that's been disappointed so far

[@RoadRashHD]

I love my VKB Gladiator sticks

[@terraphon]

I've used CH sticks, Logitech sticks, Saitek sticks, Thrustmaster sticks, Turtle Beach sticks, and just about every other brand of stick you can think of except Virpil and I'm not paying that much money for what I have heard lots of bad about. Standard, force feedback, force sensing, been there, done that. I hate the fact that VKB's are called "budget" sticks, even though they only very technically are. They're budget in price, but not budget in build quality, accuracy, sensitivity, configurability, and the fact that they come with replacement parts (specifically replacement springs because as we all know, springs BREAK...it's the only thing they do, other than be springy). I have the NXT Evo pro and the highest end STECS throttle and they're the best interface devices I've ever put my hands on. EDIT: Apparently I have the "man paws" because I removed the hand rest entirely :D

[@Hav0k]

Yeah I definitely could have used a better word to do them justice. Their build quality is definitely far better than budget given how amazing they are.

[@terraphon]

@@Hav0k Nah, I mean, they are technically budget sticks when you consider that they don't cost much more than most of the trash on the market today. I got the NXT EVO Premium and the STECS MAX which, together, cost under $500 and other than WinWing (which I haven't touched so I am discluding them from this comment out of fairness) there's not a HOTAS on the market under $800 that is fit to carry VKB's dirty socks. Unfortunately the word "budget", in relation to controls, has been equated with "cheap plastic garbage" because of companies like Logitech, TB, Thrustmaster, and others who make sub-par gear that either doesn't do what it claims, stops working/falls apart after a few months, or a combination thereof. VKB defies that definition, people, and Hav0k is dead right in pretty much everything he said.

[@Hav0k]

@terraphon You're absolutely right about that word. That's probably why a lot of people got triggered that would even suggest that they're a "budget option". I honestly didn't expect to get some of the angry comments about it.

[@terraphon]

@@Hav0k Yeah, it's unfortunate that the word has stopped meaning "inexpensive" for so many people and it gets misinterpreted. I'd bet a lot of the angry comments are from people who didn't watch the whole video...where you basically had to reach for a con, that's kind of a con, but not really a con, because glass reinforced nylon is strong and resilient as hell. Not as resilient as aluminum, of course, but it lasts, just like you said.

[@Gforcemtb]

A video on your full setup would be good.

[@Hav0k]

That's definitely the plan! It might be a little bit down the road but I was going to make one for sure.

[@arcrides6841]

It's $450 here in Australia. Real "budget" joystick lol. A budget one would cost $50. This VKB is a very decent joystick.

[@Hav0k]

Yeah that's pretty speedy in Australia. Much cheaper here for sure

[@rickdavison7683]

@Hav0k do you recommend the premium stick and the omni or just the stick for SC? dont want pedals, I have has the X52 but when I was playing SC they really didnt have a set up for them now they do but I would like to upgrade to something better any help is appreciated

[@Hav0k]

If you're willing to spend the money I'd absolutely recommend both! Upgrading to both will give you quite a few extra buttons and the gimbals they use is a substantial benefit over the old ball in socket design the x52 uses.

[@rickdavison7683]

@@Hav0k Whats your thoughts on the prem stick and the stec standard? reason I ask is we mostly mine and salvage and eventually build if I did both sticks not sure how it could be set up for mining etc....

[@Hav0k]

Premium stick and standard STECS are really solid options as well. I've heard a lot of great things about their throttle. I'd love to take a look at it in the future to review myself!

[@arielis78]

Was going to get these but going to try my luck with Winwing's Ursa Minor Fighter and Space sticks. Don't care if they're scrutinized for being copycat rip-offs of the VKB NXT EVO Gladiators. They're more of a budget class and because Winwing has a US store there's no need to pay import fees jacking up the price. I have a feeling these Winwing sticks are going to be the new budget king. They also have Haptic Feedback, another plus over the VKB's. Not FFB but at least something for greater emersion.

[@Hav0k]

I can understand the interest. That will be one of my next review videos. VKB also has a US warehouse as well.

[@arielis78]

@@Hav0k I know they have a VKB North American but they still ship all orders out of China imposing import and high shipping fees to the VKB NA warehouse, while Winwing offers free shipping of product that's available at their US warehouses. It's a longer wait time for restock, but hey when I hear free, it also means my wallet has been released from the shackles of my pocket.

[@Hav0k]

@arielis78 ahh I see what you're saying. Well, hopefully they work out a solution so they can reduce importing costs at some point.

[@ZaphodTube]

if you have an US store you just don‘t see the importing fees in the receipt, but they are also included in the priceif made in china…

[@arielis78]

@@ZaphodTube Still $240 for a Hosas WW Ursa Minor vs $390 VKB NXT EVO Hosas is a BIG difference for Premium entry level sticks. I will save $150 and get Extra Inputs and Haptic Feedback, loosing only a scroll wheel.

[@MatthewN8OHU]

Im planning to buy a set of these to replace my X52 Professional HOTAS and was wondering what else you would recommend for Star Citizen and Elite Dangerous. Im already looking at the stuff from Monstertech for my new seat and "desk".

[@Hav0k]

I'd definitely recommend some type of head tracking. I just makes things so much better to be able to look around when flying. I use TrackIR 5, but I hear a lot of good things about Tobii Eye Tracker. I love having rudder pedals as well. Having another axis is always a positive in my opinion.

[@MatthewN8OHU]

@@Hav0k I actually agree on the rudder pedals and have the Saitek one right now. Those will probably be replaced with something else in the future.

[@Hav0k]

@MatthewN8OHU yeah I use to have those as well. After a long while of using them, I opened them up to fix them and realized an upgrade was long overdue. So I bought Virpils lol

[@MatthewN8OHU]

​@@Hav0kI'm getting the VKB T-Rudder instead.

[@Hav0k]

@@MatthewN8OHU those are still great products as well

[@ZyvhurStudios]

great video, I love mine

[@Hav0k]

Glad you enjoyed the video and that you're enjoying your NXT's as well.

[@caseytwill]

This setup is 1,000% worth every penny

[@adamu6941]

many specialists still play keyboard mouse and are among the best pvp players... even if playing with a 3 or 400th setup helps, in my opinion it is really not essential. As pedals and Tobii too.

[@Hav0k]

Don't think I made any such comparison to M&K cause it was about comparing it to other similar products.

[@Sanjarih]

What pedals are you using and what do you use them for?

[@Hav0k]

The pedals are the Virpil Ace Flight Pedals, and I use them for Yaw control.

[@RocktCityTim]

Cool sticks ... but that big toe english on the pedals - over the top!

[@Hav0k]

Whoops.

[@dylanprinsloo5568]

what are those pedals for. like what do they control

[@f1fan806]

Those are rudder pedals

[@Swatmat]

while i do agree the gladiators are great, if you have the cash, the virpil constellations are a big step up

[@Hav0k]

At some point I'll do a full comparison of all of the major sticks. I have a Constellation grip and they're nice for sure.

[@ShinigamiAnger]

Accurate enough to be competitive in pvp against m+k users? (and decoupled?)

[@Hav0k]

100%

[@ShinigamiAnger]

@@Hav0k 🤯

[@ShinigamiAnger]

Sorry to bother you again, but would you say the same without the pedals? Still able to get that fine precision? Does it have a yaw axis anyway or should I really get pedals? If so, what model are you using? Thanks a lot.

[@Hav0k]

@@ShinigamiAnger Not a bother at all! I'd say that if you use the twist and adjust the sensitivity curves in SC (under controls) so that it the curves are more dramatic, it will offer you a solid l amount of control.

[@ShinigamiAnger]

​@@Hav0kso, just to see if I get it right, the accuracy of which you speak of is related to the usage of the whole thing, including pedals? If you have pedals, what do you use the twist axis for? 👀 Sorry but I have wasted money already and I'd just like to understand what I'm going to need. Thanks again, really appreciated 🙏 PS Do you have discord? I can bring the discussion there if you prefer 😅 I've checked the info but I can't find it ✌️

[@arcadealchemist]

just need them to reduce costs more and improve design to compensate a hotas that is HIGHH quaLITY AND COSTS 140 BUCKS WOULD BE the sweet spot way to many sticks are pushing high 400s for things that in the 90s would cost 50 bucks This is when CHINA could just clone VBK and ruin them lol aliexpress be like 30 bucks

[@Hav0k]

Lol, I'm in the process of reviewing Winwing's Ursa Minor and I think they'll hit that sweet spot for some people.

[@Swatmat]

can you do a video on your control layout with the pedals included please?

[@Hav0k]

For Star Citizen? Absolutely. It might take a bit, but I'll be happy to do a video of the control layout

[@festersmith8352]

Seeing how someone else does it is good for a start. But not everyone is comfortable with the same things. You will find your comfort too. There is no right or wrong.

[@vulcan4d]

Wait, these are budget?

[@Hav0k]

Given the many different options out there. Yes. They provide the best performance for incredible value and in a budget range.

[@Korrack]

These are not nearly budget. These are 4-8 times the price of budget. These are maybe, *maybe*; the “cheapest” of the high end. A budget stick is like $40-80; not $800 with custom spring weights and shipping from out of country. If your budget car is a BMW; I think we failed the assignment

[@Hav0k]

@Korrack In the world of Flight and Space Sims, these are indeed budget given their cost and quality. If you're looking for $40=$80, you're probably playing war thunder or Ace Combat. Not DCS or Star Citizen. Considering the standard model is $135, that's not 4-8 times the price of your perceived budget. To other people, however, they may actually see this as a great budget option.

[@festersmith8352]

@@Korrack And that budget figure you claim, goes right out the window when you replace those every 6-12 months. VKB's lasting years, makes them a better budget buy for a consumer. BMW is really no better than any other car. In some cases worse. Bad comparison.

[@oldgamer1330]

@@Korrack Where do you get that these are $800, they are $135 and if you are paying $80 for budget sticks then these are not even double that but I bet you will be going back for new ones soon. Get real.

[@Caennuck]

I don't think that you can call honestly these budget options.

[@Hav0k]

$135 USD? They're the higher end of budget for games like DCS and Star Citizen.

[@WatchDjc-f9p]

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[@panakajack1525]

Just bought the left one with omni throttle a couple of hours ago. Already had the right one.

[@Hav0k]

They're definitely worth it for sure!

[@Eric-kw1lu]

It’s really sad that Logitech doesn’t provide reliable offerings. They make some legendary gaming peripherals and have the fastest, most reliable, and longest lasting wireless systems for headphones, keyboards, and mice. If they just consulted a professional or another company in building a HOTAS, they could make some awesome stuff and I’d happily buy it

[@Hav0k]

I definitely agree that it would be beneficial to collaborate with a company experienced in building flight sim peripherals. If they did, they could probably provide a pretty competitive option.

[@AlexandreParchomenko]

I'm on the lookout for new joysticks (mine date back from the 2000's) and this has been a very helpful review. If you don't mind, what rudder do you use in that video ?

[@Hav0k]

Glad you found the video helpful! The rudder pedals is Virpil’s Ace Flight Pedals with their damper upgrade. They're amazing pedals.

[@AlexandreParchomenko]

@@Hav0k Awesome, thanks, I didn't notice you had a video about those, I'll watch it right away !

[@a.j.9722]

Low Budget is a relative term

[@Hav0k]

Low budget in the flight sim products market.

[@davidderoza1104]

I like the way you presented the gladiator nxt evo joystick and omni throttle, giving them high marks in all categories. The question I have is what type of rudder pedals do you use? I want to add some other items in the future what advice can you give?

[@bjorn.thorvaldson]

Any comparison with WinWing's Ursa Minor?

[@Hav0k]

In the process of reviewing these as well. They're very similar in many ways, and cost a bit less. However, there some nuances to it that attribute to its lower cost. The hats for one and the lack of stiffness of the damper.

[@bjorn.thorvaldson]

@@Hav0k I am just torn between these two. But as I want also buy the VKB STECS, I am leaning a bit more towards the Gladiator NXT.

[@Hav0k]

Honestly, while the Ursa is great, the NXTs offer a better quality damper that allows you to make things more dialed in. And the hats and use 4 way tact switches with push. Which are higher quality.

[@november2097]

Love the review man. But you need to put the grippers away 😂

[@noah_hill]

You take care of yourself, you value scripture and have good taste in gaming, I hope your channel booms! I have loved my evo pro setup really couldn't go back to m&k and I learned to use them in a weekend

[@Hav0k]

I really appreciate your comment! The NXT Evo's really are amazing! I'm glad I was given the opportunity to check them out and see what i was missing out on!

[@hughtrain]

Man, that sim setup you have is pretty sweet. Did a quick search through your playlists and don't see a video giving us a full tour of that thing.

[@Hav0k]

It's coming! It's a big project that I'm doing right now with a big announcement. It's taking me a while because I'm trying to do this video justice.

[@ItsMavicBrah]

I took the Plunge on this exact setup a month or two ago myself. Honestly I am REALLY impressed with how these things feel and perform for the price. I nearly went for the virpils but decided to give these a go and I am glad I did and saved some money.

[@Hav0k]

Virpil is still a really great option. You do pay more for them, but it all depends on what you're willing to spend.

[@ItsMavicBrah]

@@Hav0k oh absolutely. Virpils are better, just not sure if they are 3x more expensive better FOR ME. if I spent more time on flight/space sim perhaps they would be worth it. But I do a lot of racing sim and that's where most of my time and financial budget goes.

[@kevinm3751]

Have had mine for about a year and love them. They have been used and abused and just keep on working with zero issues! Only difference between yours and mine is I opted for the omi right stick as well and cannot go back to a straight stick! FYI, you can get an aluminum cam adapter from VKB to swap out the nylon ones and its super affordable. So much so I would have paid the few extra bucks if they would have just built the Gladiators with it in factory!

[@Hav0k]

Nice! That's something I actually didn't know. That's pretty amazing that they offer that! Love to hear that yours is still going strong though!

[@loganfurey4796]

@@kevinm3751 Can I get a link to that? Ty

[@harabecswurveweathers]

I opted for a Virpil Alpha + WarBRD, and a T-50CM2 Throttle. Very expensive, but they're absolute units. The metal gimbals are nigh indestructible and the grip has great weight and lots of inputs.

[@Hav0k]

I have the CM3. It's absolutely a great throttle and I love it. Wish I could get my hands on a WarBRD-D though. That'd be nice to try out.

[@harabecswurveweathers]

@@Hav0k yeah, the CM3 came out about 8 months after I got my CM2, as I had to wait for 6 months for the Alpha Grip & throttle due to Covid. Now Virpil's newest stuff is looking real good but it's just such an expense and I can't justify the upgrade because my kit is so sturdy, lol.

[@Hav0k]

@harabecswurveweathers Understandable. They definitely do last even when they release updates. It would be nice if they did what VKB does and provide upgrade kits for their older products to bring it up to the same level as their new stuff.

[@Mr1FTW]

They truly have a quality feel to them. I had to return them though, since they were too small even with the largest settings on the palm-rest. Yes, I have larger hand-size than most (glove size 12).

[@Hav0k]

That's unfortunate. Hopefully you managed to find something that's sizeable enough to fit comfortably!

[@Mr1FTW]

@@Hav0k I did... But I had to save up for the deeper echo in my wallet. ;)

[@Hav0k]

@@Mr1FTW lol 😆

[@thetattoodmini]

I really want a set of these, however, I live in a country where I cannot get them shipped to. My only option: after messaging the company, if I can save up the money, I can order a set and go pick them up from their Holland office. So... they aren't really "budget" for me anymore

[@Hav0k]

:( That's really unfortunate. They're really amazing sticks!

[@thetattoodmini]

@@Hav0k yea. every review i've watched about them has had nothing but praise... so i'm going to save to take that trip to Holland and get a set

[@Hav0k]

@thetattoodmini Hopefully, it won't force to spend too much fir that trip

[@DaringDan]

It's perfect for right now in ALPHA of Star Citizen. I don't want permanent sticks until he game is out because Virpil could have two iterations on their best stick before then.

[@Hav0k]

Pretty accurate. There will be a lot of joysticks between now and release. But the nice thing is that it will still be great for many years to come.

[@DaringDan]

@@Hav0k Agreed. I adore my Gladiator. I wish VKB had a version of the T16000 throttle. I love the design but the quality leaves a lot to be desired for the price.

[@Hav0k]

@@DaringDan honestly that's probably something they're working on

[@eyestonedaniel]

Can I really trust a guy that has his BARE FEET out in a review video?

[@Hav0k]

Yes, yes you can. You telling me you don't go barefoot in your house? 🤣

[@eyestonedaniel]

Absolutely, but usually I don't film it 😂... Usually.

[@Hav0k]

@eyestonedaniel definitely an oversight lol

[@tonygantt4830]

Thank you for this review. It's daunting to research so many HOTAS options and pin down the best one in quality and price point. So far you sold me on this one.

[@Hav0k]

Glad you found it helpful! It's definitely an amazing product! And I think anyone would be happy with it for years to come!

[@tonygantt4830]

@@Hav0k Right after I watched your review I found the competitor. Now I'm torn between the VKB Gladiator NXT Evo and the new WINWING URSA MINOR-Fighter-Joystick. They use the same gimbal, but the URSA MINOR reviewer said that the construction kindof gives way more than the Gladiator and that the buttons are iffy. The URSA MINOR is significantly less and comes already assembled. People seem to be leaning towards the Gladiator still, though, for various reasons. What's your take on the comparison of these two?

[@Hav0k]

@tonygantt4830 so I'm currently in the process of reviewing a pair that WW has sent me. But I'll give you a brief bit of insight. The designs are the exact same in terms of the internals. However, VKB uses fiberglass reinforced nylon for their internals, but WW uses ABS plastic. This does let them cut costs at the expense of potential durability. (I say potential because unless you have a firm grip like I do, most users will be fine.) The other important difference is that all of the hats on VKB use 4 way tact switch clusters with oush, which is a very tactile and is extemely crisp and responsive when pressed. The WW on the other hand uses 4 way nav switches with push, which makes the hats feel a little more mushy than I would like. This does not affect the overall performance of the WW stick. Finally the last thing I'll say is that the dampener on the WW switch if you remove a spring to have your left stick operate like a traditional throttle, IE: your stick doesn't return to center when using the Y or pitch axis, the stick will begin to fall forwards or backwards and doesn't necessarily like to hold it's position very well if your hand isn't on the throttle. These are the majority of my complaints with the Ursa Minor; but I will still recommend it if someone really wants to save money at the cost of the issues I mentioned. Now I've seen WW change their products based on the feedback they get. So, it's possible that the last issue I mentioned could be fixed in the future. Either way they're both great products in their own way. The VKB is just the more premium option between the two.

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@@Hav0k Thank you very much for your detailed response. Very much appreciated. Have a great day and stay safe!

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@tonygantt4830 It's an honor to be of help. Fly safe and have a great week! o7