Simviation Forum - Time for a new Joystick!

Oct 31^st, 2009 at 12:02am

C170b Offline
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Five years ago I bought a Logitech Wingman Force 3D. It's served me VERY well, but the response isn't what it used to be. (you know, having to jam it on it's side several time to get any response?) I am wondering what quality joysticks are on the market now that won't break the bank.

Thanks for any advice,
C170B

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Reply #1 - Oct 31^st, 2009 at 12:31am

machineman9 Offline
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What sort of functions and features are you looking for in a new joystick? Throttle(s), rudder, etc.
Any particular price range?

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Reply #2 - Oct 31^st, 2009 at 1:16pm

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C170b wrote on Oct 31^st, 2009 at 12:02am:

Five years ago I bought a Logitech Wingman Force 3D. It's served me VERY well, but the response isn't what it used to be. (you know, having to jam it on it's side several time to get any response?) I am wondering what quality joysticks are on the market now that won't break the bank.

Thanks for any advice,
C170B

...after 5 years of continuous use, the Potentiometers are probably badly worn by now... Cry

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I am very pleased with my Saitek Cyborg Evo Force twist Joystick which I have used daily, for a couple of years now, with no problems...

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It suits all my aircraft, from Microlights to Jumbo Jets!...

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Paul...G-BPLF...FS 2004.... Cool

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http://www.saitek.com/uk/prod/joysticks.htm

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Reply #3 - Oct 31^st, 2009 at 1:36pm

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I personally have the Saitek ST290 Pro, ($20 @ Walmart).... but I also have my $120 Saitek X52 that I love with my jumbo jets. ... oh, and ive had my $20 ST290 Pro now for about 5-6 years, have used it with FS2004, X, Mechwarrior 4.. and a few other games and it has not messed up 1 time. works just like it did 5-6 years ago straight out of the box.

if and when I get the money, I WILL BE investing in the Saitek Pro Flight "controllers".... Stick and Yoke; including ALL the gauges that go with them, along with the Microphone headset. ::: http://saitek.com/uk/prod/proflight.htm

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