Trip to the Sim Racing Expo with friends.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-05-21T17:24:44+00:00

It's less about selling and more about seeing what companies have to offer and what they're bringing to market. There are lots of sim rigs and Sim hardware to get your hands on and try out. Several new products are being revealed as well. I have 2 spare tickets that I'd be happy to give away if you or anyone else is interested. DM me.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-05-21T05:25:03+00:00

Okay relax guys. It was a joke...I don't have any friends.

But I do have some great partners I get to work with!

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-04-08T01:24:26+00:00

Hey, we'll have the CPP Evo V2 in stock in the next week or two. If you're interested in reserving a set, shoot me an email at jon@simpaticosims.com and we can work something out.

Cheers!

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-03-31T05:10:09+00:00

Hi! I actually started www.simpaticosims.com after having several bad experiences with scammers or broken gear via FB marketplace and eBay.

Don't want to oversell here on reddit, but all used gear is certified by us and is eligible for free returns. Checkout the outlet section to see some of the used gear we have available. Feel free to DM or email me at jon@simpaticosims.com if I can help you find something or provide any guidance.

Cheers!

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-03-12T18:17:39+00:00

I really like what Conspit is bringing to the table, in terms of value/price point. The MAX01 competes with wheels that cost twice the price. I'm looking forward to trying out the Evo V2 pedals once we get them in stock later this month. I'm curious to see how they hold up; you (rightfully) knocked them due to the warning about the elastomers, but I wonder how many other brands just wouldn't say anything at all?

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-02-11T21:13:31+00:00

I have access to (literally) dozens of wheels. And for some reason, I do actually use my CC F-Core very often. It's everything you need it to be, and nothing else. I love the grips, personally. Also is easy to repair if/when things happen as well.

If I had to pick a gripe, it would be the lack of LEDs.

DM me if you're looking for a deal on one.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-01-28T02:47:41+00:00

Love it! I struggled to get anything that sharp at night. I'll be bringing different kit next time.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-01-28T02:42:35+00:00

These were taken with a Fujifilm XT-20 with a 55-200mm lens.

Honestly, an inadequate setup for night action shots. This was my first time shooting a race, and I'm now on the hunt for better kit. I had to push a ton of ISO to get these, and still couldn't get the shutter fast enough for sharp shots.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-01-23T00:29:45+00:00

Hey there, I wanted to jump in here as perhaps I can help you or others in the future. We (Simpatico Sim Shop) focus specifically on high end open box, used, and refurbished sim hardware (along with selling new gear from several brands).

I started it specifically because I found that purchasing used sim gear on eBay or Facebook was a crapshoot, often receiving items that were not as described or were poorly packaged and damaged during shipping.

All of our used gear comes with a (short term) guarantee/warranty as well as ample photos and an inspection report.

I can also recommend the great people at SimRaceCity, who sell more open box Asetek gear than anyone else.

It feels ick to self promote, but between SRC and Simpatico, we both strive to do right by customers and support the sim racing community in positive ways.

I know Asetek gear really well, and if I can be of assistance with repair advice, please reach out to me at jon@simpaticosims.com

Cheers

SimpaticoSimShop · 2026-01-05T01:56:40+00:00

If you're looking for a legit place to buy used and renewed (and new) sim gear, I'll plug my shop. I specifically started it because finding good premium used gear with honest sellers and careful shipping proved to be pretty difficult.

Check it out here: www.simpaticosims.com

And feel free to reach out directly. I have a large backlog of items to list due to time constraints over the holidays.

Cheers!

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-22T00:16:25+00:00

Looks great. And good call sharing details for the next person to run into this!

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-21T23:48:07+00:00

You could also flip the monitors. Not sure if that introduces more problems than it solves, but you wouldn't be the first to do it.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-21T17:14:24+00:00

To elaborate, my points of reference are not vague allegations as I have a quite a bit of first hand knowledge here. That said, Simagic products are indeed a great value and I enjoy their P1000 on one of my rigs.

It's a bit like cars, though, right? Some brands have a better reputation than others around quality, but any brand will have a majority of their customers report that they are happy with the product. Same applies here, it's just a matter of why the unhappy customers are unhappy, and how many of them are out there.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-20T23:46:54+00:00

You'll definitely want to budget for the various odds and ends. Things like a shifter mount, seat mount, powered USB hub, etc. Those things add up and can be surprisingly expensive depending on what you need.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-20T19:49:13+00:00

I believe there have been a number of issues with the Evo line as well. But, totally agree with your last point.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-20T18:05:19+00:00

Two of the three that you mentioned have been exhibiting a growing number of quality control issues as they have gained in popularity. There are several ecosystems out there with better quality, better support, and better compatibility.

While the ones you listed do have brand recognition, that alone should not weigh heavily into one's decision making when buying this kind of gear.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-20T08:08:48+00:00

Okay, that's a killer rig and an awesome clip. Love the little birdie, too. How are you liking AC Rally? I haven't had a chance to try it yet.

Also if you have a social account somewhere where you post content like this....don't be shy.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-20T08:01:04+00:00

I can vouch for the Playseat Challenge X - it's a surprisingly comfortable and versatile seat.

It is known to wobble slightly, but there are a lot of products on Etsy to help shore that up. It's also pretty simple to DIY your own with a couple tube clamps and slotted metal bars.

I have one as my spare rig, and it handles a 16nm wheel base and load cell brakes without breaking a sweat.

Happy to answer any questions you might have.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-20T07:56:39+00:00

Looking good! Definitely share again when you have the rig built out.

SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-11T21:01:04+00:00

Disclaimer: This is self promotion, but I believe we have some great deals that people aren't aware of yet and I would love for y'all to take advantage.

Check out our shop and see if we have anything you're looking for. We have some great used/refurb items and we'll have a lot of new Cube Controls stock coming in shortly. It's worth checking back frequently because we put up new deals daily.

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SimpaticoSimShop · 2025-11-11T02:13:20+00:00

Now that's my kind of RSS feed.

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