Jumping on the new joystick bandwagon...

Weiss Pinguin · 05-05-10, 11:01 AM

As the title says, I'm looking for a new joystick to replace my aging M$ Sidewinder, and I'm wondering what you all's recommendations are.

I'm not looking for a new HOTAS set, just something as sturdy as possible, and with a twisty rudder. Buttons and sliders are also okay.

I've heard good things about the Saitek AV8R, but I've never actually seen it in person, and if it feels anything like the X52's stick, I may just pass over it.

But aside from that I have no real preference for one company over another, except for maybe Logitech. (After several years of hearing all sorts of stuff about their reliability, I'd rather not take my chances)

05-05-10, 11:01 AM	#1
Weiss Pinguin Ocean Warrior Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: Auburn, Alabama Posts: 3,333 Downloads: 101 Uploads: 0	Jumping on the new joystick bandwagon... As the title says, I'm looking for a new joystick to replace my aging M$ Sidewinder, and I'm wondering what you all's recommendations are. I'm not looking for a new HOTAS set, just something as sturdy as possible, and with a twisty rudder. Buttons and sliders are also okay. I've heard good things about the Saitek AV8R, but I've never actually seen it in person, and if it feels anything like the X52's stick, I may just pass over it. But aside from that I have no real preference for one company over another, except for maybe Logitech. (After several years of hearing all sorts of stuff about their reliability, I'd rather not take my chances) __________________