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Welcome to the Chicane Podcast, keeping you up to date on everything sim racing. As we venture into this dynamic realm of esports and virtual racing, we'll be exploring a variety of topics, from the cutting-edge gear that's transforming the way we race to the newest games, hardware and software that are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in this virtual sport. We'll also be giving you an inside look into the lives of some of the top virtual racers in the world, through in-depth interviews that will give you a unique perspective on what it's like to compete at the highest level in this rapidly evolving eSport. So, buckle up and get ready for an unforgettable ride as we take you right into the cockpit of this exciting digital racing world.
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What separates elite sim racers from the rest of us? In this revealing conversation with Jared Bridwell, a 4K iRating driver from Impact SimSport, we uncover the journey, mindset, and techniques behind high-level sim racing performance. Jared walks us through his evolution from playing Forza with a controller in 2017 to competing in elite iRacing leagues today. Unlike many who jumped into sim racing during the pandemic, Jared's organic path through Assetto Corsa and into iRacing showcases th...
There's something magical about meeting people you've known online for years—that surreal moment when virtual connections transform into genuine friendships. This is exactly what happened when the Chicane Podcast team converged on Chicago for the first-ever North American Sim Racing Expo, an event that exceeded everyone's expectations. What began as uncertainty about who would attend evolved into a groundbreaking gathering where industry giants like Simicube, SimLab, and VPG brought their A-...
The ultimate display upgrade dilemma: are triple 42" OLED monitors worth it for sim racing? We dive deep into the reality behind this immersive but demanding setup, exploring everything from connectivity challenges to performance requirements that no one tells you about. Making the jump from curved 32" monitors to flat 42" OLEDs isn't just about size—it fundamentally transforms how games look and feel. The catch? You'll need serious GPU power to compensate for the lack of G-Sync when c...
The competition between racing simulators is heating up as multiple platforms push to deliver major updates before year's end. This exciting development cycle means more options, better features, and ultimately, a better experience for all of us sim racers. We dive deep into Assetto Corsa Evo's significant 0.3 update, which finally brings multiplayer functionality with 16-player online racing. The update also delivers substantial physics improvements, including an overhauled suspension model...
The countdown to gaming history has begun! In this electrifying episode, we're joined by George Anzaldo, the visionary founder behind the SimGaming Expo – America's first-ever major simulation gaming convention happening September 5-7, 2025, at the Schaumburg Convention Center near Chicago. George reveals how this groundbreaking event has expanded to include over 50 brands and more than 40 physical booths since our last conversation. The expo floor is nearly bursting with simulation hardware...
Gear up for an adrenaline-fueled dive into the world of high-end sim racing hardware as we explore VPG Sim's groundbreaking release: the officially licensed Porsche 911 Cup wheel. This isn't just another peripheral—it's an authentic Porsche product manufactured in the same facility as the actual race car wheels, yet surprisingly accessible at $1,595 compared to similar offerings. The wheel's full carbon fiber construction weighing just 1,030 grams delivers unparalleled force feedback sensiti...
Racing endurance events demands a completely different mindset than sprint races—something Eric Kelly discovered firsthand during his inaugural hour-long race at Spa. While sharing his experience streaming his first GT7 endurance race, Eric revealed the unexpected mental fatigue that comes not from driving itself, but from the inability to break concentration for even a moment. "It's different when you can't get up, can't take a sip, can't look at the chat," he explains, highlighting how focu...
When tsunami warnings struck Hawaii this week, our hosts had their priorities straight – figure out how to save the sim rigs! Jason and Jeff hilariously debated whether to move their wheels to the attic while evacuating PCs to higher ground, perfectly capturing the dedication of true sim racing enthusiasts. The team doesn't hold back when discussing LMU's recent 1.0 release, with Eric delivering some hard truths about his experience. "The car feel is atrocious," he states, comparing it to "A...
The line between virtual and real racing continues to blur as sim technology advances at breakneck speeds. This week, we explore how physical feedback transforms the sim racing experience through an in-depth comparison of bass shakers versus the popular Butt Kicker system. Eric shares his experience with a budget-friendly Dayton Audio setup that delivers impressive performance at a fraction of the cost, while we debate the optimal mounting locations and SimHub settings that maximize immersion...
The sim racing community just got shaken up with a revolutionary new platform that reimagines how we share and discover racing setups. In this illuminating episode, Ready Set Sim's Ian Stroman reveals MySim – the first-ever social network designed specifically to showcase sim racing rigs. Picture a beautifully designed platform where you can browse through hundreds of sim racing setups, filtering by price range, components, racing types, or peripheral categories. Want to see what equipment a...
From crafting homemade racing board games as a child to becoming iRacing's Chief Steward, Nim Cross's journey embodies the evolution of virtual motorsport itself. His passion transformed early digital racing games into the sophisticated platform that professional drivers now use for training. The conversation reveals the fascinating origins of iRacing's philosophy. When Nim Cross created his own NASCAR league in the early 2000s, he broke new ground by incorporating real-world racing dynamics...
What happens when a team of passionate sim racers gets tired of cobbling together multiple systems to control their rigs? Daniel Newman Racing's new Endurance Dashboard represents a breakthrough approach that integrates LEDs, displays, and controls into a unified ecosystem that makes your entire rig come alive. Developed alongside professional GT3 racer Daniel Morad, the Endurance Dashboard isn't just another information display – it's a carefully crafted UI that presents data in a way that'...
What does it take to survive a 24-hour endurance race in the virtual world? Our team recently faced this challenge and emerged not just intact, but eight positions higher than where we started. This journey taught us invaluable lessons about preparation, communication, and mindset that apply across all racing disciplines. Endurance racing represents the ultimate test in sim racing, demanding every skill you've developed while adding the complications of team dynamics, fatigue management, and...
Venture beyond the conventional simulator experience as we explore alternative racing games perfect for travel and the latest hardware innovations in sim racing. From the neon-lit highways of Tokyo to the wooded hills of Alabama, this episode offers something for every racing enthusiast. We kick things off with exciting news about the F1 movie releasing June 26th, exploring how it might impact the sim racing community and hoping it showcases how professional drivers use simulators for traini...
Crossing the finish line after 24 hours at the Nürburgring isn't just completing a virtual race – it's checking off a major bucket list achievement in sim racing. Jason shares the rollercoaster journey of his team's participation in the iRacing 24 Hours of Nürburgring, from the dramatic first-lap collision that sent them to the back of the field, through night stints where drivers pushed their limits, to the emotional finish at P32. The camaraderie forged through shared struggle becomes evid...
Ever wondered why sim racers are so particular about their monitor setups? This episode dives deep into the controversy of mixed monitor triple-screen configurations—combining an ultrawide with smaller displays—and why it might not deliver the immersion you're hoping for. The hosts share invaluable insights about panel matching, refresh rates, and why "just because something seems like it's working doesn't mean that it's working correctly." Le Mans Ultimate takes center stage with its June 1...
When your dog sabotages your race day by leaving a surprise on your high-end sim racing pedals, what do you do? Push through the race, of course! Jason's hilarious confession kicks off an episode packed with genuine sim racing passion that perfectly captures why we love this hobby. The motorsport world delivered contrasting spectacles this week as the Indianapolis 500 provided drama both on and off the track. We dissect the shocking Team Penske scandal where welded rear wings violated both s...
The iRacing Season 3 update delivers what might be the most significant overhaul in the platform's history, and we're breaking down every exciting detail in this episode. When the update drops in just two weeks, sim racers will experience a completely transformed GT3 class with revolutionary tire physics that finally allow recovery after slides – no more ruined stints from a single mistake! Our in-depth analysis covers the stunning new track addition of The Bend Motorsport Park in Australia ...
The sim racing world is on a remarkable trajectory, with the market doubling in size since 2020 and expected to reach $1 billion by 2030. At the heart of this growth are passionate entrepreneurs like Ian Stroman, founder of Ready Set Sim, who joins us to share his journey from casual sim racer to industry innovator. Like many of us, Ian began with a Logitech wheel before diving into the deep end of high-performance sim racing equipment. Frustrated by the countless hours spent researching com...
1What started as random voice messages about sim racing rigs has transformed into one of the most consistent voices in the sim racing community. As we celebrate our first anniversary, we take you behind the scenes of how three passionate sim racers built The Chicane Podcast from scratch. The journey began when Jason received an unexpected work email from Jeff asking for sim racing advice. Those initial conversations, many recorded poolside during a Mexican vacation (with drinks flowing), evol...
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