The Chicane Podcast

A week of chaos in F4 lobbies, a slow news cycle, and a big stack of gear talk turned into a surprisingly honest look at what really upgrades a sim rig. We start with the VR landscape—Bigscreen Beyond 2’s micro‑OLED clarity and eye tracking, the hidden cost of base stations, and the DisplayPort tax—then pivot to Pimax’s more complete, modular approach with integrated tracking and ultra‑wide FOV options. If you’re weighing spec shee...

What makes a sim feel alive isn’t a flashy launch; it’s teams that keep building, communities that keep showing up, and drivers willing to grow beyond hotlaps. We kick off with a heartfelt farewell to Eric, swap travel notes, and then head straight into the spicy stuff: Max Verstappen’s GT3 win at the Ring. Was it proof of elite, transferable racecraft—or a PR-boosted outlier? We disagree (loudly), but agree on this: Chris Lulham’s...

Discover the extraordinary journey of Cam Ebben, a 14-time iRacing champion and professional MX5 driver who shatters the myth that expensive gear is necessary for sim racing success. From his first laps at age 11 using a Logitech Wingman wheel bolted to a desk, to reaching the elite 10,000 iRating milestone and winning real-world championships, Cam's story is a masterclass in racing development.

Growing up near Road A...

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, Ja...

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 groundbre...

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 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 del...

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 o...

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...

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, ...

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 ...

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 ...

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, compo...

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 leagu...

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 inf...

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 develop...

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 ...

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 emotiona...

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 ...