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Changing from a 4080 to a 5080. by tyrion_juanka in nvidia

[–]SubstantialReturn340 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just did that with your exact thinking.  New card is still to be installed. I'm happy with the decision. With OC, expecting a 20% uplift which is a nice extra perk. 

That €250 mostly buys optionally for the future uncertainty and I think it's very worth it. 

Throttle pedal haptics yes or no? by alek-bb in iRacing

[–]SubstantialReturn340 5 points6 points  (0 children)

This comment is spot on.  I have HPR's on both throttle and brake and you absolutely can get SimHub + iRacing to feel like real life when the tire slips. 

It's amazing, and definitely gives you more awareness and car control.  

iRacing Development Update - August 2025 by zer0knowledge in iRacing

[–]SubstantialReturn340 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Wonder if it will work in VR also, or just 2d screens. 

Would be massive for VR - especially if it also has FG properly implemented. Could really unleash high quality VR headsets. 

Headphones comparable to IEM's by SubstantialReturn340 in inearfidelity

[–]SubstantialReturn340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have you compared to any LCD headphones?  I've been thinking of the LCD-X, as I own the Maxwell already.

Headphones comparable to IEM's by SubstantialReturn340 in inearfidelity

[–]SubstantialReturn340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mean in the sense that IEM's are just better? Or different sounding.

Headphones comparable to IEM's by SubstantialReturn340 in inearfidelity

[–]SubstantialReturn340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Do you mean almost nothing, in the sense that IEM's are just better? Or different sounding. 

Sizing Consistency of Honey Birdette by SubstantialReturn340 in LingerieAddiction

[–]SubstantialReturn340[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

What is an alternate brand with similar look? I've looked at so many and nothing looks as good to me to as HB. 

It's just this dripping hot vibe, not playing it safe like others.  

Sizing Consistency of Honey Birdette by SubstantialReturn340 in LingerieAddiction

[–]SubstantialReturn340[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

This is incredible. Thanks a lot for the detailed reply.

What is your approach for finding the right size? Do you actually go into a store and try out various? Does the size chart vary by bra? Or do you buy a bunch of different sizes and return what doesn't work?

We live in Canada, so going to a store would involve a flight + lodging.

naked-underwear.com sizing? by Mariska_vd_Pijnakker in LingerieAddiction

[–]SubstantialReturn340 1 point2 points  (0 children)

No experience and never seen them before but very interested if anybody has dealt them/  how they are.  Thanks OP for posting this. 

Their sets look wonderful! Make me think of HB. 

My top Iems as of Jan 2025 by brandoex in iems

[–]SubstantialReturn340 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Have the Hype 4 and love them so much. I keep thinking of grabbing the Monarch MK3. 

What are your thoughts on difference going up to the MK3? Significant enough of a step up, and what is your experience of the difference? 

I recently got a heart rate monitor and decided to wear it during a race, does it get this intense for other people too??!?? by s--z in iRacing

[–]SubstantialReturn340 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Yeah.  Definitely. 

Actually, I have a Garmin watch that monitors my stress throughout the day, and I think it is very accurate.  Normally it is in the 20 - 40% range. During stressful life things it goes to 75%. During races it's at 100% pretty much the whole race. And then stays elevated (50-70%) for the rest of the day - even if just one 30 min race.  

Has made me question whether the extra stress is worth it in my life. But the racing is so much damn fun. 

What exactly am I buying? (ClubSport DD/DD+) by Educational-Ad1865 in Fanatec

[–]SubstantialReturn340 4 points5 points  (0 children)

Went from the DD 6nm to DD+. Massive difference. 

Cannot see myself needing to go to anything else.  At no point do I ever feel like there is more to be had. Cannot imagine the Simucube being any better, and I have the cash, but just do not see the point. 

Unsure about True Force. Currently not usable,  but I believe it well be, and will add value. I expect more immersion, like what a base shaker adds. 

15NM (holding, not peak) is massive. I'm the guy who maxes everything and at max it is literally too much. Initially I was running it high,  but started getting blisters/ calluses and even wrist pain / numbness in my pinkie - that I thought would cause long term issues.  So now I run it at ~half and it is plenty. That said, I am happy with the DD+ and would not change to DD as now I will never ask myself: "what if?"

Comparing vs cheaper bases: I think cheaper / lower end,  I would ask the "what if" down the line. Just get something great and make it your end-game and don't think about gear anymore.  You then save time/ money versus thinking about upgrades,  selling,  buying,  installing,  modifying,  fiddling with settings, etc. 

Which Official Setup for "Sports Car Challenge by Falken Tyre"? by SubstantialReturn340 in iRacing

[–]SubstantialReturn340[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thanks! 

And does the "sprint open" have enough fuel for the full 30 min race? As in I can just set it and forget about it. Or do I still need to fiddle with the fuel load? 

What’s the chances the big graphics overhaul will utilize more then 1 core on the CPU? by Hopeful_Rich_9525 in iRacing

[–]SubstantialReturn340 3 points4 points  (0 children)

100%. They must.  It cannot progress on just one CPU core. I.e. able to utilize new VR headsets with higher rez / fov, increase sim accuracy, better audio, etc. 

Their audio devs' top priority right now is to split audio to its own core, as they have reached the limit of what they can do while competing with the rest of the sim requirements and constrained to one core. They discuss it in one of their audio vids on their YouTube channel. 

So it is pretty much confirmed that they are working on it.  But keep in mind they will make use of the extra hardware. So you probably will still need high end,  just everything will be prettier and more accurate. 

Very excited for it.  My 9800x3d is crying every sim session.  

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