I'm looking for a joystick to replace my logitech Attack 3. I've used Thrustmaster products in the past but it has been several years. I'm replacing the Logitech because I want a hat switch and twist rudder control. I really don't need a hundred buttons on a joystick so I'm checking out the Thrustmaster T Flight and the T16000 joysticks. They both have pretty good reviews for basic joysticks. Have any of you guy's used either of these?
I have the Thurstmaster X HOTAS set that has either a rocker on the throttle or twisting stick for rudder. The twist stick has become glitchy so I use the rocker on the throttle for rudder. But I have to say, I cannot stand twist-stick rudders anymore! Its so much easier doing precise control inputs without worry about trying to rotate the stick as you are moving it.
I have noticed my sim flights are far more controllable with this rocker, especially the combat flights where I need precise rudder control for gunnery or when doing hard adverse maneuvering. Having all the buttons is nice too!
So I recommend a HOTAS, the Thrustmaster X was $45 for me and that was 2 years ago. It has been a fantastic investment, a big improvement over my other twist-stick Saitek joystick.
Posted: Mon Sep 17, 2012 12:29 pm