The Joystick question again...

[TSR2]

Hi Chaps,

I may be in the market for a new Joystick to replace my sidewinder 2. I'm just after a stick, not a yoke or any of the other odds and sods. I'm using Windows 7 x64 and will only be using it with FSX / FS9 / P3D.

What would you suggest?

[TSR2]

Update,

I'm about to go for one of these in the next hour, has anyone had any good (or bad) experiences with it?

Logitech Extreme 3D Pro Joystick

[Garry Russell]

Hi Ben

That's what I have...always liked it.

Never had any probs with it at all.

[DaveB]

Blimey Ben.. I recently gave a brand new (factory reconditioned) one away. I couldn't get on with it I'm afraid.. spring tension too high for my liking. Still, you may find it ok

ATB
DaveB

[Paul K]

I have the Logitech Pro Ben, as well as the Saitek X-52 Pro. I use the Logitech one for simple aircraft or quick circuit & bump sessions, whilst the Saitek one is currently getting the FSUIPC treatment as regards axis and buttons.

Can't fault the Logitech though as Dave B says, it is a bit stiff in the X and Y axis, so I haven't tried it with helicopters. In fixed wing however, I've found that stiffness allows for some pretty precise control inputs, so I reckon you will be happy.

[TSR2]

Thanks for the feedback chaps, I'll give this one a go, but won't bin the Sidewinder just yet

[TSR2]

[EDIT] I've just cancelled my order as I worked out how to make the force feedback work on my sidewinder in Win7!! Plug in the Mains lead!!!!

[DaveB]

Ah.. a tricky one that

ATB
DaveB

[Garry Russell]

Been known to fix all manner of problems at times

[Paul K]

[EDIT] I've just cancelled my order as I worked out how to make the force feedback work on my sidewinder in Win7!! Plug in the Mains lead!!!!

Gawd, you technology-geek, you !