OpenWheeler GEN3 Racing Wheel Simulator Stand Cockpit Black. Compatible With Logitech G923 | G29 | G920 | Thrustmaster | Fanatec Wheels | Xbox One, PS4, PC Platforms

5.0 out of 5 stars

GREAT driving/flying rig! Buy it, you’ll love it!

Short version: this seat is well-built, sturdy, easy to assemble and highly customizable. The customer service is incredible, truly above and beyond. I could not be happier with the purchase. So if you’re going to buy a rig, buy this one. Also, if you’re trying to decide whether you need a rig, allow me to offer this advice: you need a rig. Just buy this; you will not regret it.Longer version: I have now had this rig about 18 months. I bought it for both driving and flying in Virtual Reality using a Vive Index. For cars I use pretty high end Fanatec wheel/shifter/pedals, and for planes I use a Thrustmaster Warthog HOTAS with Logitech pedals. I wanted a rig that I could switch in between those two modes without too much trouble. I googled heavily and looked at over a dozen options, including a few that were over $1000. Few of them seemed setup well for both activities, and even those that were seemed like they would be painful to switch. This one had a smart design and great reviews, so I gave it a shot. I have been thoroughly impressed ever since.First, the kit: it’s perfect. With the extension (more on that in a bit) it’s perfectly positioned for both activities. The driving pedals/wheel attach with one knob; the flight pedals use that same attachment and the HOTAS (and gearshift on the rare occasions I use it) go on the arms of the chair with two knobs each. I can switch between driving and flying in about 2-3 minutes, and whichever set I’m not using fits easily in a hallway coat closet. Whichever setup I’m in, it’s completely rock-solid. The steering wheel was decently solid even before they sent me an improved attachment plate (again, more below) for free. There are also multiple positions for the HOTAS (center stick/side stick) and shifter (left/right). The chair is comfortable, has adjustable tilt, and the position of the wheel and pedals are independently adjustable. Putting it all together would have been straightforward even without the clear instructions with color photographs; with those instructions it’s impossible to mess up. They even included a “real” wrench…like one I’d find in my toolbox, not the disposable stamped-metal junk typically included in such contexts. If I was forced, under enhanced interrogation, to find a complaint, I would ask for more lumbar support. But so far I have not been forced to do that (and I have a separate lumbar cushion), so I have no complaints.Now, as to customer service: these guys are incredible! Several reviews with similar praise were definitely a factor in my decision, but even knowing that I’ve been blown away. At the time of my purchase, the company said a height extension kit was “coming soon” and a couple reviewers indicated they had been sent beta kits for testing. It worked fine without the extension, but I liked the idea of being 6″ higher (especially for flying) so I emailed asking about said kit. The company got back to me the same day with a friendly email clearly written by an actual human being; he said that they had finalized the kit (it was no longer in beta) and would be selling it soon….but he’d just go ahead and send me one for free. When it arrived it installed easily, and it’s a big improvement when flying. I assume they are now selling it; if you’re going to use this for flying I highly recommend getting it, though for driving it’s about the same either way. In any case, I would gladly have paid the asking price for it, and I found just sending it over for free impressive.So having already started an email conversation because of the extension, a few weeks into using the rig I made a couple of suggestions for future purchasers, such as either replacing a couple of allen keys with knobs or just including a few more of each. He wrote back and said it was a good idea, and then just sent me a bag of extra allens and knobs! Then at some point he wrote me to say they had redesigned the steering wheel attachment to be less resistant to inadvertent tilt changes; he promptly sent the updated one over for free. The old one hadn’t caused me much trouble, but it did need to be tightened down awful hard; the new one is much better, and presumably is now included by default. So that makes three separate items that these nice folks just packaged up and sent to me, for free, voluntarily. Two of them I didn’t even request. That’s just amazing. Possibly the most impressive customer service I have ever seen.If you couldn’t tell by the equipment I attach to this rig, I’m fairly hardcore about this sort of thing. I was willing to spend four digits if I needed to, and looked at some options in that range. If this chair cost $1200, I would still say it’s worth it. No kidding. But the good news is, it’s not! It’s a third of that! You can’t afford not to buy it!You’re still reading this? It’s written like Faulkner for Christ’s sake! Quit reading and go buy this rig!

60 people found this helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars

Look No Further, This is the one!!

I purchased this simulator after a very extensive amount of time researching and reading about different setups. I spent 3 months looking around for the best setup for my budget and I decided on this cockpit. I must say after emailing ahead and speaking with customer service about a few different things including the length and size for my daughter who is 6 years old they informed me that they made a stubby plate mount for the steering so she could reach it better as well as an extra cushion pillow. I chose the red seat and purchased a set of the 4 point harness belts at the same time. During this purchase they threw in the stubby adapter and pillow cushion free of charge with free shipping. Getting into the quality of this rig and setup.. absolutely amazing quality. If your questioning the stability and design it’s very sturdy and setup perfect for some gear grabbing and racing. The frame itself is heavy duty and the seat is very nice! It’s a real seat that fully tilts back and forth as well as moves forward and back on a rail. The whole cockpit is setup to be fully adjustable to your heights and needs. I’ve spent Atleast 6 hours straight in the seat of playtime before writing this review and must say the seat is very comfortable!! I am very glad I made this decision on this purchase. I don’t usually write reviews but this one is a must! If your looking for a nice simulator+seat and don’t want to break the bank then this is the one. It’s easy to move and not to heavy, also has a set of wheels on the front bottom under the pedal mount so you can maneuver it around much easier. Speaking of pedal mount. Very sturdy and does not move or bend when pushing on the pedals. I had this thing put together in about 20 mins. The instructions are very thorough and easy to follow and the seat comes with the lower rail already mounted on so it makes it quick and easy. Also the setup comes with all the tools and mounting bolts needed to put the whole thing together as well as all the M6 bolts to mount your wheel,pedals and shifter. Also comes with extras for whichever wheel,pedal,shifter you decide to go with. Even comes with some nice wrenches to go with it. The 4 point harness setup I purchased with this went together quick and easy, instructions for these were also very easy to follow and the quality is great! I mounted a G920 Logitech wheel and pedals with the shifter all at once. Everything went together very smooth and lined up perfectly. There are pre drilled holes for every setup you could want. I’m very happy with my purchase and if your considering getting into a racing sim for this price you cannot go wrong!! Amazing quality and amazing customer service with immediate response with any questions!!

7 people found this helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great solid construction, configurability and comfort

I’m delighted with the OpenWheeler GEN3 Racing Wheel Stand Cockpit. Firstly it does need quite a bit of assembly. Everything is well packed and labelled, with separate bags for different stages of assembly. The instructions are well-written with good illustrations and photos. There are separate bags of parts for some specific third-party devices, such as Fanatec wheels and Thrustmaster H-pattern shifter, as well as generic bolts for attaching everything else. Everything can be put together by one person, although I found the trickiest part was attaching the seat back to the base – a second person here would be helpful, although I did manage by myself after a few minutes. Wrenches and allen keys are provided. I’d swear there was a 10mm wrench but It seems to have disappeared now, haha.The resulting rig is solid and there are plenty of options for moving everything around to fit your preferences. The seat tilts and slides like a normal car seat. The wheel can be moved closer/further away, raised/lowered and change its angle. Pedals can be moved closer/further, tilted either +/- 5 degrees from the default angle, and shifted left or right which is useful if you’re braking with the left or right foot. Most of those adjustments are with knobs, but altering the pedal configuration requires unbolting the pedal support and reassembling it, so I recommend trying it out with only hand-tightened bolts so you can see where you want everything, then move it to your liking before tightening everything down finally. The optional shifter support can be installed at either side, and can move left/right and up/down, but not forward/back. I don’t have a shifter installed yet so did not attach the support, but it’s easy to add it.I bought the 5 inch riser package and installed that while building the rig. I like the final height although I didn’t try it at its default low level so I can’t comment on how that would feel. I’m 6’1″ and my eyes are 42 inches above the floor when seated which means that a standard 31″ table puts the centerline of the display at eye level for me. Without the risers I would either be looking up at the display, or trying to find a lower table to support it.The rig is solid and feels well-constructed. Nothing moves around, flexes or creaks. Will it take seconds off your lap times in Assetto Corsa? Can’t guarantee it, but you’ll be comfortable finding out.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Awesome product and customer service.

I purchased this sim chair to go with my logitech wheel/pedals/shifter that I had been using on a coffee table. The same day I ordered it I sent team homeracer a message inquiring about additional parts for my thrustmaster t.flight hotas 4 flight stick and throttle. Within hours they had messaged me back saying they did have plate attachments and as they are a test batch they were shipping the pieces to me for free.I have had the chair for about two weeks now and the flight sim attachments for one week.The racing setup:There is some assembly required. It took about 30 minutes and they included all necessary tools (two regular wrenches and two Allen wrenches).The assembly instructions are very easy to follow and illustrated.They also include instructions for mounting your wheel/pedals/shifter with different instructions for different brands.All the small parts were bagged and labeled very clearly with a letter and what they were for.Once the chair is assembled it is very adjustable. Rubber coated knobs allow you to adjust: height and depth of steering column, height and width of shifter mount, depth of pedals. You can also adjust the seat itself just like a real car seat (depth and backrest angle).Everything is very sturdy. The shifter pedals and steering wheel all feel like they are part of the chair (no wiggle), and the chair itself does not rock at all while playing.While it is fairly heavy due to the solid materials (all metal) it is also easy to move thanks to the lockable wheels under the pedal plate.The chair itself is very comfortable.It contours and supports your body well.The amount of adjustability means it can fit a wide range of body types and sizes (I’m 6’00” and 250 lbs).The fabric feels durable and the padding has not degraded at all during two weeks of heavy use.I barely used my $300 racing sim controllers for over a year when I tried attaching them to my coffee table. Now with this chair I can’t get enough of them.Flight setup.As I already had the chair setup their was minimal assembly for this and again they included clear instructions and all necessary tools.They even let me know ahead of time that with my flight sticks (t.flight hotas 4) that I would have to extend the cord in order to get the side by side arrangement I wanted.Again they included multiple instructions and parts to mount different brands of flight sticks.The plates are sturdy enough that hard mounting the controls is not necessary though.They also included optional spacers to slightly raise and tilt the seat for flight sim.Overall:This greatly enhances the level of immersion you get from your sim experience.The assembly is easy and everything is provided.Comfort is top notch and allows for sim sessions of several hours without aches or cramps.Considering the price you could pay for something very similar this chair is a steal.I cannot overstate how impressed I am with the product and the company.Five stars on everything.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Rock solid construction, 6 star support!

I can’t sing the praises of this company highly enough. With the DD conversion kit, this thing is rock solid at high FFB levels. And whenever I have a small issue, the customer service is above and beyond what I expected. Great rig, great business

5.0 out of 5 stars

Very versatile sim rig!

This sim rig is awesome! It is made from thick quality steel, that makes the unit strong and stable. Personally I love how versatile the system is, you can easily convert from a HOTAS to a driving simulator to a civillian yoke and pedal flight simulator. Want your flight stick center mounted between your legs you can do that, want it off to the side can do that as well! The only negatives thing I can say is it absolutly should come with the 5 inch seat height kit as it is a must have! Also the center post mounting of the steering wheel can rub on your legs but they offer a “direct drive wheel mount” that does away with the center post and has a more standard table style wheel mount so if you decide the center post is a bother ( really doesn’t bother me) you can change that as well! Basically its customizeable to anything you could want IMO! Love this cockpit!

4.0 out of 5 stars

Almost perfect.

The biggest design flaw of this is as clean as it is, your feet are so close together that getting around the bar in the middle is really uncomfortable around the legs. On a G923 Logitech, because the pedals are so close you are guaranteed to hit the bar in the middle which is why many simulator chairs are designed with side mounts. When comparing this feature and adding the accessories, the design has way too many parts that look unsightly as opposed to the more expensive versions from their competitors. As a flight simulator chair, this is certainly a bargain but I don’t recommend it as a racing sim chair because of the center bar.

5 people found this helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars

Sturdy, super adjustable, totally awesome!

This seat vastly exceeded my expectations. I thought it was a cheap starter seat, but in person it’s hard to imagine anything better. Here are some of its virtues:1. It comes with all the tools you need to assemble it, and a great pictorial instruction book.2. Attention to detail is evident everywhere. Look at how they put a zipper over the bolts that attach the back of the seat. A lot of thought went into this product.3. Everything is adjustable relative to everything else. I had thought about building my own, and I am so glad I didn’t. You can adjust the distance from the seat to the pedals, the height, forward back position, and angle of the wheel. You can adjust the height, the left/right position, and the forward back position of the shifter relative to the seat. You can recline the seat. You can get just the position you want. There is no way I would have achieved that with a custom built rig.4. It has nice little touches that I didn’t even think I needed, like casters that let you roll it around. I didn’t originally plan to move it, but that proved useful.FYI, I am 6’4″ and 200 lbs and I fit comfortably in this seat. It’s very sturdy. Overall, I would just buy this and be done with it. It is a really well made product.

3 people found this helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars

The chair you have been looking for!

I have been shopping around for several months. I have been looking for something that is easy to move out of the way as I am setting it up in the middle of my VR space. I have an HTC Vive and sometimes play seated games and sometimes need to move around. Most sim chairs have built in for monitors, and are heavy and cumbersome to move around. This item is perfect for my VR cockpit.The build quality of the product is impressive. In no way does it feel cheap or shortcuts taken. I have attached pictures I have yet to cable manage as I am waiting on HOTAS mounts to come in and will update once that does and I have it neatly set up. Right now there are cables everywhere.I got it mostly for Elite Dangerous and soon to be Star Citizen. The assembly was simple and adjustments can be made on the fly as all the knobs are rubber coated and easily adjust.The chair fully reclines and slides forward or back on rails as a regular car seat would. Most important to me is its easy to move. There are two wheels in the front you can move the unit around easily. This allows me to move it out of the way so I can use my 16’x16x space for room scale VR games. Then simply wheel it back into location for seated VR games.If you are looking for something sturdy, movable for your VR space or sim needs this is the chair to get.I will update this with more pics once my setup is complete.

46 people found this helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great racing cockpit if space is limited and you need to adjust on the fly

I’ve had my Openwheeler cockpit for about three weeks now and could not be more trilled with it. It was packaged very well and right out of the box fairly simple to put together. Honestly the hardest part of assembly was just connecting the seat to the backrest (definitely a two person job). After that assembly takes about twenty minutes. Right off the bat its great how easy you can adjust the position of the seat, the wheel mount, moving the pedals left or right depending on your feet placement, even getting the shifter mount at the right height. I’m 6’2 and fit in the cockpit with very few issues ( I have noticed that if I have the seat too far up my knees get in the way of the wheel mount but its not that big of an issue and just took some adjustment on my part). To prove the adjust-ability of the cockpit my fiancee who is about 5’2 sat down into it and all she had to do was move the seat up in order to use it.With everything hooked up and mounted the cockpit is still quite easy to move. I’m limited on space at the moment so the cockpit needs to be moved from time to time away from my tv and it’s really no problem at all. I imagine even taking the whole thing apart would only take five minutes. It really is the perfect racing cockpit for someone who wants a near authentic experience without breaking the bank and dedicating a whole room for setup.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Excellent product, even better customer service.

You won’t find a better price to quality cockpit in this range. This is my 4th year using this cockpit (upgraded version that removes the post) with a 11nm wheel, shifter, and handbrake attached. There’s zero wear; excellent product. Customer service on more than one occasion has sent me adapters, spacers, bolts, nuts, etc. to improve the experience free of charge.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Best Budget Racing Setup

After doing a TON of research and deliberation when buying my entry level iRacing setup, I chose to buy the OpenWheeler Gen3. I was looking for a solid starter rig at a decent price, as I didn’t want to sink a bunch of money into a professional level racing rig to start out.First of all, I will say that I am exceedingly impressed and happy with my purchase. While the OpenWheeler comes in at a relatively budget price, you definitely get an exceptional value. There are no structural issues (bending, flexing, etc.) or any other issues that seem common across reviews of other rigs. While I am only using a Logitech G29 and not an expensive wheel setup, I have confidence that the OpenWheeler would handle them if needed.Packaging and assembly were very nice, with clearly written and understandable directions (with proper grammar!). It comes with bolts and hardware for multiple Wheel/Pedal models from all the major brands as well as all the tools needed to put the rig together. I opted to get the optional lift kit to raise the seat off the ground, which is a must for anyone who does not want to sit directly on the floor as the seat would be VERY low without the kit.After using the OpenWheeler for a few weeks, I have nothing but amazing things to say. Everything is adjustable to get the exact position that is comfortable for you and easily adjusted for others. I am happy with my purchase and would definitely recommend to anyone looking to get a sim rig for racing of any caliber.

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4.0 out of 5 stars

Very comfortable but not perfect out of the box. Definitely would recommend to a friend.

The chair: Very comfortable, can easily sit in it hours at a time and have no issues. The reclining feature is nice, but out of the box without the weight of the peddals its quite tippy when reclining. (There is an extention you can buy to solve this bit its fairly pricy for 2 metal beams).Addons: There are dozens of addons available. While some of them should maybe be included in the box, there still available unlike some other rigs I’ve seen. The chair without the 5″ riser kit is far to low for me. Your only an inch or two off the ground. Highly recommend buying them right away.The Frame: Solid. Unsure how it would hold up with a stronger wheel, (Using the Logitech g920 here) but there is very little wobble if everything is tightened correctly. The rubber coating on the hand screws is wonderful, you can really crank it tight. I noticed most rigs are just bare plastic. Ouch. The peadle and wheel come off with just 1 hand screw which makes it very easy to disassemble and convert to a normal chair.Overall: Solid built quality but not perfect out of the box. But the available addons are well thought out and massively improve your experience. The ability to add arm rests would earn this chair 5 stars for me. As that would make this the all in one perfect experience for gaming and movies.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Openwheeler Racing Wheel Stand

The Openwheeler Stand arrived by UPS ahead of scheduled delivery date. It was shipped in a large oversized box & everything was included with no missing parts. Packaging was great as nothing was damaged during shipping. It did take a dolly to move the box around prior to opening as it was a big box & heavy. I am very pleased with the quality of the Openwheeler Racing Wheel Stand. I could see no other stand coming even close as the thing is made of interlocking steel square bars. The Logitec G Driving Force Wheel, Shifter, & Pedal bundle set right up with precision. No holes to drill. no clamps to break, just absolute perfection. The big knobby screw handles are totally awesome for tightening & unscrewing for adjustments. My only drawback of the thing was it is too low to the ground. I get in without a problem but have issues getting out. We manage though. I am working on a lift for it to raise the back end up so it isn’t sitting on the floor. Assembly was a breeze as you get all the wrenches you need for assembly with the stand. I wish I had something like this years ago. I like the fact that I can take the stand apart in 2 pieces & take to a friends house with out having to un-mount the wheel or pedals. Just unscrew one adjusting knob, pull stand out of seat, & off we go. It makes resetting it up a breeze as I have marked my adjustment spot. I did have the shifter holder attached for a while & it worked perfectly, but took it off as I use the shifter on the wheel. All in all, this was the best thing that I have bought for my self in a long time.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Solid, stable, no shortage of adjustments.

I was a bit wary of shelling out this much for a seat. But it was worth it. I was worried about 230lbs of midwest lard being all wobbly in it, but nope, not at all. Assembly wasn’t a issue. We had it put together in about 30 min. Nice that they included all the tools. Also nice it comes with a shifter mount. My only gripe is self inflicted, it’s a bit short for in my office, but it’s perfect height for my living room, but having said that, it’s still fine in the office. You can purchase optional risers I believe. The support bar for the steering wheel isn’t as big a issue as I’ve seen some make it out to be. There is enough adjustment it’s easily overcome. Seat is pretty comfortable, I wouldn’t want to go 6 hours in it, but I’ve easily killed 2-3 hours in it at a time with no ill effects that aren’t brought on from being a semi-fat old guy. It’s not top of the line, but it’s movable so you don’t have to dedicate a whole area for a rig, like I said we use it in 2 places in my house and it’s more effort to move other stuff out of the way (for proper placement) than moving the seat around. Absolutely worth it.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Look No Further!

I rarely write reviews, but would be remiss had I not spread the word about this outstanding product.First, the quality and assembly. High quality materials, craftsmanship, hardware, durable seat material, and even shiny box wrenches that are nice enough to throw in your tool box when you’re done! The finishes on the metal and the welds were perfect. If you’re like me, you’ve assembled your share of furniture/chairs/equipment etc. with great frustration. These are without a doubt the best written and clearest instructions I’ve seen in my life. The hardware was provided in individual zip locked bags that allowed you to quickly zero in on what you need instead of sifting through a pile of nuts and bolts. They even go the extra mile and provide a zipped fabric pouch to hang onto the unused hardware, tools, manual, etc.The pedal, wheel, and shifter platforms are predrilled to support a variety of manufacturers’ products. And, they also provide the hardware to support each manufacturer.And if you’re concerned about size, there are adjustments for the seat back angle, distance to pedals, steering wheel height and angle, and shifter height. Hard to imagine kids through adults not being able to enjoy it.You couldn’t ask for anything more from this cockpit. An absolute steal for the price!Hope you enjoy yours as much as I do mine.

3 people found this helpful

5.0 out of 5 stars

Quality product

Very good product with “somewhat” simple assembly and decent instructions.Installation: The two most difficult things were lining up the back of the chair and the base, and getting the Logitech steering wheel attached. Those two things should be easy but were very difficult to get in the right place. I was originally going to swap the steering wheel and flight stick regularly but probably not due to how difficult and time consuming it was to align the holes.Use: The product is very comfortable. It’s simple to adjust for different people without needing to reassemble. The only thing that can be improved is adding a way to adjust the steering wheel angle without having to use the allen key. That should have been adjustable as well with a knob.

5.0 out of 5 stars

From a retired teacher: These instructions are OUTSTANDING.

It’s comfortable and sturdy. It’s clearly well-made and asthetically pleasing. Moreover, the ease of assembly is a direct reflection of the instructions. The written instructions are not on a sheet of paper from a copier; they are in a full-color booklet….actually, it’s two booklets. Each step includes color photos, clear and concise directions and options for any variation that may be needed. The included hardware is a symphony of organization (I’m a retired science teacher–geeky? Yes.). Each step that requires hardware refers to the exact bag needed. Each bag is labeled, numbered, inventory listed on it….I could go on and on just about their ability to bag and tag.They include the metric wrenches you will need to complete the project….real wrenches! You will keep these in your tool box.Ok, I’m done.It’s great.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

I was very happy everything I needed to get to playing my games …

First thing I noticed when starting the assembly was the fact they sent full sized wrenches with it. Laying out the pieces one by one I inspected the weld and was very impressed with the thickness of the metal. The assembly was smooth and the instructions was clear. It came with multiple mounting bolts for not only the pedals but the shifter as well.I was very happy everything I needed to get to playing my games was in the box.After it was complete, it was time for a stress test. I launched a game and drove it like I stole it.I go into 3rd hard, very hard. The chair arm for the shifter never budged, stayed firm. Jamming the gas/brake/clutch, and I mean standing on the gas, the plate that holds the pedals never flexed or moved. I am a 240 lb guy, I put some pounds per sq inch down when I am playing.What would I change?The wings on the chair that come from the base on the sides. I wish they was more firmly connected to the center piece or designed to hold itself in a vertical position.An easier way to tuck away and hide wires without taking away the integrity of the metal.Needs an option when buying to raise it, I need it a foot or two taller. I am an Injured Veteran so getting down and up in this chair is a chore.Would I purchase this product again? Yes. I have already recommended it to multiple people.

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Incredible quality and modularity; pay only for what you need

After using this cockpit for a few weeks, I am happy to write a 5-star review!The best thing about this cockpit is its combination of both rigidity and modularity. I have a center-mounted flight sim setup, and by loosening one knob, I can quickly remove my rudder/stick mount and replace it with my racing wheel/driving pedals mount. Being able to swap between setups so easily, I still would have been happy if their design wasn’t 100% stable. But it is VERY stable!For comparison, I have tried another company’s sim pit for work (won’t mention the brand name, but they charge more than OW), and that one was not able to switch between racing/flying setups, and not a single control or keyboard tray would stay where I put it. I won’t go into more detail on that one, cause this isn’t a review for them. But that’s to say this cockpit is of much higher quality than I expected for the price.I have seen other reviews criticize OW for “nickel and diming” with add-ons, but I don’t see it that way. If it had shipped with every feature that is currently optional, this cockpit would be much more expensive, and we would have had plenty of users paying for features they don’t want or need. This way, you can buy exactly the parts you want for your own requirements.They also have great customer support. When I ordered mine along with the center-stick bracket and rudder pedals mount, they reached out immediately by email to confirm my order (I still needed the kit that included the throttle bracket and would have had no way to mount it otherwise). They included a phone number that I called to discuss my order, which was immediately answered. They want to get you a good product and are happy to help you configure it exactly for your needs.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Better than I thought!

As the title says, this product turned out better than I thought. The construction is solid with minimal plastic parts. Most of the metal is aluminum or coated and feels very rigid. The seat is comfortable and has a cut out for flight sticks. Assembly with my other sim devices was well explained with the directions and easy to install.With this order I picked up the flight sim package with the chair. A representative from the company contacted me and told me one item was included with the order and refunded the cost of the extra item without a second thought. Delivery was prompt! The packaging was rigid and provided excellent protection of the components. This setup has been amazing for my immersive VR flight sim experience!Overall, I would give this company more than 5 stars if I could – especially with the exceptional customer service! I like that they provide a multitude of upgrade options and that their prices are reasonable for a beginner or experienced sim player. I highly recommend this company and their products without hesitation.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Amazing seat adjustability, small footprint, and girlfriend approved. (Arozzi Velocita Owner)

Arozzi Velocita owner review:Wow! What an amazing deal! This racing cockpit screams quality. You get LABELED HARDWARE for every major consumer racing wheel/pedals/shifter (My Logitech G920 had separate bags for its hardware, and the fanatec thrustmaster hardware was labeled in two separate bags). You get EASY instructions with a full set of tools to make assembly a piece of cake. Also, the instructions show you how to mount an e-brake, butt kicker, and flight simulator components.You can smell the memory foam in the seat! The seat is sturdy, large, and very pleasant to the eye (girlfriend approved!). Furthermore, there is little to NO flex on the whole rig. The only flex I can barely notice is on the wheel base (it is a single pole mount so the little flex you do get is not as bad as my Arozzi Velocita. The pedal base has NO flex! And I stand on the brakes with my Logitech G920 no brake mod.I purchased the Velocita for $200. It came in, and I was blown away by the build quality. However. The whole rig looks like a damn eyesore. It was NOT girlfriend approved. You need to attach your own office chair (which is another $100 if you don’t want to migrate your chair back and forth between your desk and Velocita), and it sits too high for my use. Furthermore the wobble in the rig was too much for me. No matter how I tightened it, the rig would not stay sturdy.If you are on a budget. THIS IS THE RACING SETUP FOR YOU. Trust me. I know $378 is A LOT OF MONEY. But for $378 you get the same sturdy, quality racing experience as if you were to spend any amount of money more up to the $1000 range. I could’ve got this unit for $350, but I chickened out. If you see this product for $350 or less, buy it and pat yourself on the back for getting an amazing purchase.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Extremely well built sim racing seat!!!

Amazing sim racing seat!!! Extremely well built and sturdy (see attached pictures).PARTS & ASSEMBLY: All parts came in a well-organized and packaged box with Styrofoam and bubble wrap. All tools (13 & 17 mm wrenches and two hex wrenches) to assemble are included in a nice zippered fabric bag, nuts and bolts come in individually labeled zip lock bags. Assembly manual is in full color and includes parts list and detailed instructions. Includes additional bolts and washers to attach your own wheel and pedals (I’m using the t300rs). Main chrome tube angles upward to provide support to the pedal plate, had NO issue with pedal plate flexing. Different sized knobs are used to secure lower main and upright tubes. Took me about 15 minutes to assemble the unit and another 15 minutes to adjust all tubes and zip tie (included) all the cables.USE: Have used seat for a week and it is very comfortable, especially on endurance races. Lower and upper side bolsters could be tighter (I’m 5’10” and 180 lbs), but I still feel secure in the seat. I like the fact you can adjust the recline of the seat from upright, GT racing, to reclined for F1 racing. Had very little flex in the upright wheel post and adjustment options in/out, up/down, tilt make getting the best/comfortable driving position easy. (Just added Thrustmaster HOTAS, had to get another shift mount, see photos).STORAGE: I remove the main tube (w/ pedal and wheel tube) from the seat base. I fold the seat flat then lean it upright against the wall in a closet. I then prop the pedal and wheel assembly next to it. Takes less than 5 minutes to put-away and assemble for next round of racing.Highly recommend this rig for its solid construction, care in packaging, quality material, finish, adjustment options, ability to recline and comfort.Hats off to OW for a stellar product!!!

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5.0 out of 5 stars

Just Buy It!

If you are on the fence, just pull the trigger. I can’t say enough good things about this chair. Everything is modular so everything can be adjusted. Setup was beyond easy! Every single screw and bolt comes in a clearly labeled and secure package. Not to mention all the tools you need to setup are included, including the hex keys, open ended wrenches, and even comes with a high quality carrying case for the tools. The quality of the parts are far greater than the price point indicates, I feel like i stole it sometimes. The slider for the chair is smooth and allows for even greater customization. I use this with a DD wheel and load cell pedals, it is solid as a rock, no flex in the pedals or the wheel stand. You also don’t need to over tighten the set screws, since there are multiple screws per adjustment. The center post can be a little difficult to get used to, but nothing that detracts from the experience. Overall, you can’t go wrong.

5.0 out of 5 stars

Great Product, Excellent Customer Service

I’ll start off with the positives. The chassis is solid and top quality. The customizability is great is you have a racing wheel, it’s shifter, a HOTAS, and maybe a bass shaker.The customer service is top notch, there’s actually back and forth texting between me and the sales rep – which is crazy. I gather its a new, small company. They sent out their ‘beta’ HOTAS parts to me FOR FREE. I thought it was going to arrive with the main product but it didn’t. When I told them I had made plans to have people over to enjoy it that weekend they overnighted the extra parts FOR FREE so it was able to arrive in time. Amazing, really.Now for the negatives, which is really being nitpicky. I wanted to be able to hot swap the racing wheel and HOTAS peripherals, and in order to do that I had to get additional cables to zip tie to each component/part. No fault of theirs considering the number of possible peripheral combinations and still acheive easy knock down. Just be prepared to do the same if you want to really make it a fast swap or setup/storage.It’s tought to get in and out of the seat with the steering wheel. You can easily loosen the steering wheel frame, but when I did that I accidently tensioned my shifter cable too much that was zip tied to the frame and unplugged it from the steering wheel (I have a Logitech G920). I then had to unbolt the steering wheel from its plate to plug the shifter back in – which was kind of a pain. The plate hides the steering wheel wires nicely, but I think I’d like an access hole more just in case that happened again. This was before I got the additional cables for the quick disassembly (which I think will fix that issue). But I know that an access hole will limit the plate’s compatibility, maybe have multiple plates depending on the steering wheel make/model?To make it easier to get in and out of the chair I first suggested and hinge/lock joint at the base of the steering wheel post. They said they have tried that and it compromises the structural integrity (which I agree). Then I suggested grab bars either on the horizontal tube or two on the vertical steering wheel post. They seemed to like that idea, so who knows if that will be on there on a future version.Lastly, the chair itself is too firm for my taste. And the shape of the back makes for poor back support. I plan on getting a lumbar support pillow. After a half hour my back was getting a little sore (although I admit I have a bad back). But hopefully the firmness of the chair will mean it will last longer, which considering this is not exactly a cheap product I appreciate the potential longevity.Anyways, the construction is great quality and I think it will last. It feels pretty well thought out and I like the versatility. With additional cables I don’t think it can get a whole lot better without spending a great deal more money and sacrificing mobility/conveinience. And if they keep up the same level of customer service I think this will continue to be a good product for its target consumer.

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