Top notch rig for GT7?

[Lightpilgrim]

Folks, I hope you will be able to help. I am currently considering a possibility of getting a rig. My limit is the space, so I need either something foldable or easily movable. That is my only limit.

I did some research and see that this is one of the options. Not foldable, but portable:

Playseat® Trophy

The Playseat® Trophy is a statement of quality and delivers an unparalleled sim racing performance from the comfort of your home. Developed in close collaboration with real racing drivers and e-sport athletes, this racing seat is designed to deliver a racing experience that engages all your senses.

playseat.com

Are you aware of anything better quality available?

As for the wheel and pedals, I understand the best option available for PS5 is Fanatec. But what exactly? What Fanatec gear shall I consider (no compromise on quality).

Thanks a lot!

 

[JohnnyMac]

Check this thread out, someone asked pretty much the same question a couple of weeks ago:

Any good foldable seats?

 

[330_D]

Folks, I hope you will be able to help. I am currently considering a possibility of getting a rig. My limit is the space, so I need either something foldable or easily movable. That is my only limit.

I did some research and see that this is one of the options. Not foldable, but portable:

Playseat® Trophy

The Playseat® Trophy is a statement of quality and delivers an unparalleled sim racing performance from the comfort of your home. Developed in close collaboration with real racing drivers and e-sport athletes, this racing seat is designed to deliver a racing experience that engages all your senses.

playseat.com

Are you aware of anything better quality available?

As for the wheel and pedals, I understand the best option available for PS5 is Fanatec. But what exactly? What Fanatec gear shall I consider (no compromise on quality).

Thanks a lot!

Depends on the wheel you want. I used to have a folding Playseat Challenge and it was great for what it was with my DD Pro (8nm) turned down just a little. I'm pretty big and pretty strong and prefer decently heavy FFB so I had to get a brace for the rig. Space is limited here as well...

I ended up getting the CSL cockpit from fanatec. It's really small, with a tiny footprint and it actually is really stiff. If you want the Fanatec ecosystem I would definitely recommend this setup. Even without casters I can move it around pretty easily.

I suggest spending some time in this part of the forum...

Sim Racing Hardware

Steering wheels, wheel stands, sim racing seats, and more.

www.gtplanet.net

 

[Lightpilgrim]

Is this the right thing?

 

[330_D]

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Is this the right thing?

That's the thing I would buy if I was starting right now for sure. 🔥

Edit to add that if you have the means, a round wheel is really nice for road cars as well, especially with that base. It has enough force for any wheel, size, or weight.

 

[super_gt]

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Is this the right thing?

Get this, it's almost the same but cheaper.
ClubSport Racing Wheel F1 Ready2Race Bundle

 

[i386]

My limit is the space {...}or easily movable.

I had a simlab aluminium profile rig in the living room, thanks to casters it is "easily movable" despite it's weight (80+ KG) and size (60cm wide, 160+ cm long).
Nothing beats a 8020 alu profile rig

 

[Lightpilgrim]

I had a simlab aluminium profile rig in the living room, thanks to casters it is "easily movable" despite it's weight (80+ KG) and size (60cm wide, 160+ cm long).
Nothing beats a 8020 alu profile rig

What is the 8020 alu profile rig?

 

[i386]

What is the 8020 alu profile rig?

The simlab p1x with some additional parts to make it more comfy & sturdy

 

[Lightpilgrim]

That is too heavy and bulky. Have a feeling Playseat is my only real option

 

[KAlex122]

... and the challenge is really not bad for what it is (I'm 182cm and roughly 80+ kilos). A low level Direct drive wheel seems to be good in that combo.

 

[IfAndOr]

I've got the Playseat Trophy and I think it's a great piece of kit. It doesn't look much from the pictures but it's really well constructed and very sturdy. The seat maybe looks like a deckchair but is extremely comfortable, molding to your body shape. There's no fatigue from longer sessions. I've combined it with the Logitech G Pro, and at its full 11nm the Trophy is just fine.
Still quite a heavy lump to shift about (especially with the wheel attached) but it's certainly moveable. Depending on where you're going to position it, it's probably more aesthetically pleasing than a 8020 profile rig.
The only possible downside is, if you wanted to add a lot of attachments there's only the extra handbrake and shifter mount available for it.

The G Pro is an excellent quality choice too, I haven't got GT7 but I keep reading that the Trueforce implementation works great giving an extra layer of immersion - which transfers through the Trophy frame very well.
Here's Jordan's review of it using GT7 from a while back. A game changer!

 

[half_sourly]

Edit to add that if you have the means, a round wheel is really nice for road cars as well, especially with that base.

I would echo that, especially if you do go for the F1 bundle. That F1 wheel is 270mm while the McLaren GT3 v2 (my everyday wheel) is 300mm. It is a preference thing, but the McLaren is an excellent all-round wheel and very cheap relative to other Fanatec gear.

This is the round wheel I have; I think it is the same as @330_D uses. I've been using it for the current Eiger TT and it was great for the European only snow one we have a while back.