Joystix Reviews

[Erminia Scharnberg]

Istarted looking around for a better solution and that is when I learned about the MonsterTech Table Brackets. The brackets securely clamp onto the edge of your desk, allowing you to mount the joystick and throttle several inches lower than I was achieving using the keyboard tray. Comments and reviews seemed favorable, so I ordered myself a pair with custom designed mounting plates for the Warthog HOTAS. You can also get mounting plates for other HOTAS units.

It took about two weeks before they were ready to ship out from Germany. When I got home from my last work trip the box was there waiting for me courtesy of DHL. The first thing you see when you open the box is a large cardboard envelope. This contains the mounting plates for the stick and throttle units.

After fitting the joystick plate to the first clamp, I attached the assembly to my desk to see what adjustments would be needed. My desk top is an inch thick and it clamped on perfectly first try. The lever mechanism on the back makes any adjustments straight forward if you should need to make them.

A very nice feature of the design is that you can adjust the rotation of the stick so that it fits comfortably in your hand if you intend to mount it in a central position, as opposed to a sidestick configuration. The majority of fighter aircraft and helicopters use a centrally mounted stick, so that is how I chose to set it up. I rotated the stick a few degrees counter-clockwise which seems comfortable to me.

I was a little concerned that the weight of the Throttle unit would create a less than solid feel when attached to the bracket but this was unfounded. The Throttle is held in a very solid manner even when adjusted to sit as low as possible.

Overall I am very happy with the MonsterTech HOTAS mounting brackets. They are very well made with a solid feel and they look great. Most importantly, they allow the Joystick and Throttle to be mounted in a natural position, much like they would be in a real aircraft. Having the stick positioned in the right place allows for much more precise control inputs as well.

+1 review, something I do need and as a Harley rider agree with the set up. My TH WH is up on my gaming laptop desk and not at all comfortable use over long periods, sad really considering how much the stick/throttle is.

The platform floats above my knees and if I do a full throw on my rudder pedals, my left or right knee is just grazing the bottom of the platform (good measurement point). I still love the thing and use a sturdy low side table for my throttle.

I really like your solution Linebacker. I just know that if I attempted that it would look a mess and probably not work well. I have learned that DIY projects are just not my strong point. My usual M.O used to be:

I just received DHL notification that my MonsterTech mounts will be here Thurs. Pretty pumped up to get them, although I will probably have to remove the armrests off of my beloved Aeron chair. I ordered silver to match the hardware on my Ikea desk. But looking at your photos again makes me question that choice. The black looks really trick. Will post photos when mounted.

I hope you like them Dan! The black ones do look good, especially as my desk has a black desktop. I continued the theme with the dark Graphite Crosswind pedals. My PC case is a graphite black, and then there is the Rift. Sometimes it all blends in together though!

So, I moved the stick mount to the middle and rotated the stick counter-clockwise to a natural position. I tried various aircraft and felt that the stick mount needed lowering to a point where it overlaps the dropped leading edge of my Aeron chair. All of the adjustments are easily carried out with 3 different sizes of allen wrench, 4, 5, and 6mm if memory serves.

You are making a really good argument for separating me from some of the family income! Another thing that I am thinking about is Velcroing my trackball on the top of the left mount. Now, it serves as a perfect spot for a 12 oz adult beverage. Must carefully weigh the benefits.

Unless it's to keep my hands warm in the winter, I very rarely wear mitts or gloves preferring to do away with another layer between one of my contact points and the bike. Don't even get me started on tan lines either!

This Analog stuff hits the nail on the head with its 2.8mm thickness and firm but slightly compressive material. It's very similar to the likes of the Supacaz Kush bar tape, which just happens to be one of my favourites.

The Analog is pretty soft to the touch and thanks to its compound it has a very slight tackiness to it, which is great for grip in the rain or when you have sweaty palms. The 'tread' helps a little here too.

It's really easy to wrap as it's quite pliable and you can really stretch it around the tight bends of the shifter and bar without the need for the little piece of tape that most suppliers include for this job. Joystick doesn't provide any by the way, but if that's the way you wrap your bars then there is plenty of spare on each roll to snip a bit off the ends.

To finish things off neatly you get bar end plugs with a hex bolt fitted to adjust the tension and clamp the bar tape inside the bar. It always gives a much nicer finish in my opinion than the push fit options.

At 31 it's about one of the most expensive bar tapes out there, up with the aforementioned Supacaz which you can pick up for around 30 on the internet. Lizard Skins DSP tape is another of my favourites and one that I'll happily drop around 30 on.

Joystick says, "With our new Analog Bar Tape we prioritized both comfort and durability. Using the latest in lightweight vibration-damping materials, we created an ergonomic interface with unprecedented hand-feel for those long days on the road. By carefully balancing lightweight performance with long-term durability, Analog Bar Tape will last much longer than similar products on the market. Try it for yourself - we guarantee you'll feel the difference.

"Available in a variety of colors, Analog Bar Tape lets you customize your bike to suit your taste or match your team's kit. It's also the exclusive choice of UCI World Tour Team Dimension Data for 2018."

As part of the tech team here at F-At Digital, senior product reviewer Stu spends the majority of his time writing in-depth reviews for road.cc, off-road.cc and ebiketips using the knowledge gained from testing over 1,500 pieces of kit (plus 100's of bikes) since starting out as a freelancer back in 2009. After first throwing his leg over a race bike back in 2000, Stu's ridden more than 170,000 miles on road, time-trial, track, and gravel bikes, and while he's put his racing days behind him, he still likes to smash the pedals rather than take things easy. With a background in design and engineering, he has an obsession with how things are developed and manufactured, has a borderline fetish for handbuilt metal frames and finds a rim braked road bike very aesthetically pleasing!

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In our opinion we found that the best controller is the Thrustmaster HOTAS Warthog - it is a replica of military-grade equipment and much more tailored toward seasoned players. For the best budget option, we found that the Thrustmaster T.Flight HOTAS X is better suited, it is only compatible with PS3 and PC as it is an older model but works very well on PC. The best option for people who want in-depth gameplay with a lot of customization is the Logitech G X56 HOTAS as it has over 180 programmable controls.

If you're not going to pull the trigger on one of the best joysticks for PC, you might want a pro controller with some decent analog sticks, since they'll be the next best thing. There are a few options like the Victrix Pro BFG, and Nacon Revolution 5 Pro, which have longer thumbstick attachments that aid with accuracy.

A joystick is not needed in order to play Microsoft Flight Simulator, however it definitely elevates the experience. Trying to pilot a 747 with a mouse and keyboard is no easy feat, so unless you want to go all-in on realistic flight sim controls, a joystick of HOTAS is the way to go. Having one of the best joysticks for PC also allows for another level of immersion whether you are an entry level flier or a seasoned pilot.

Microsoft Flight Simulator devs have stated that all joysticks should be compatible with their game. They have a list of top recommendations which can be found on their website but have stated that any joystick should work after some customisation.

The best joysticks are capable of a lot these days. If you want a simple but more immersive way of playing flight sim games, they're as viable as ever, but if you want something to mimic modern fighter jets from the comfort of your home, there are some highly technical options too. We've done the hard part for you, whether you feel like Leo DiCaprio in Catch Me If You Can, or you're a veteran pilot who could give Tom Cruise a run for his money. Below, you'll find a list of great joysticks to use for PC gaming, and they run up and down the price range.

We have a great selection of models on this list, three of which are from Thrustmaster, which is one of the top dog manufacturers in this department. Along with joysticks and some of the best PC controllers, they also make some of the best racing wheels for PC money can buy. Other than picking out the best brands you'll find, we've tried to cover the bases of budget, use, and game genre.

While some cheaper options consist of a PC joystick by itself, spending a little more will open up the world of HOTAS (hands-on throttle and stick). However, these full setups can rack up quite a price tag. On the other hand, they save you some money compared to full-blown flight sim controllers that give you a Yoke and throttle board to play with. Whether you're a newbie looking to test the waters skies of Flight Simulator, or you're a veteran pilot looking for an upgrade, there are plenty of options on the shelves right now.

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