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Founded in 2009, Next Level Racing are an Australian Simulation Hardware Brand well known for a wide variety of rigs and accessories which they sell in over 40 countries. They're also one of the few brands within the simulation space to sell in mainstream retail stores. Next Level Racing have recently introduced their new "Elite" series of Sim Racing products, including a range of accessories and add-ons and hinging around the F-GT Elite Cockpit. The F-GT Elite boasts a range of adjustability between Formula and GT seating positions, high levels of rigidity and relative ease of construction, so let's dive in and see how the Next Level Racing F-GT Elite and ES1 Racing Seat stack up! SUBSCRIBE TO BOOSTED MEDIA CLIPS: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UChmFhSabkhrZ8NigMmmYeyA ---------------------------- PRODUCT LINKS: ---------------------------- 5% OFF NEXT LEVEL RACING PRODUCTS AT PAGNIAN IMPORTS - COUPON CODE "BOOSTED". Boosted Media is almost entirely funded by community support. If you're looking to buy some Next Level Racing products and would like to help support Boosted Media at no additional cost to yourself, the following affilaite links will send a small comission our way which helps keep the review videos coming. Thanks very much for your support! Pagnian Imports - https://pagnianimports.com.au?sca_ref=356339.SXQAEhMdAp How Boosted Media makes money & why it matters - https://boostedmedia.net/automotive/vlog/how-boosted-media-earns-money-why-it-matters/ Interested in more ways you can support Boosted Media? CLICK HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/support-boosted-media/ ------------------------------------------ RELATED VIDEOS: ------------------------------------------ Tips for building an Aluminium Profile Cockpit - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wIjM9_59TX4 Seat Belt Tensioner Mod - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rKMry_Ilu4c Simcore UM1 Wheel Mount Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CONU4_ikdG8 Meca Cup 1 Pedal Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HYdp4In9MJo ------------------------------------------ TIME STAMPS: ------------------------------------------ 0:00 - Intro 0:34 - Pricing 2:26 - Unboxing & First Impressions 5:30 - Profile Comparison (Simlab & Trak Racer) 13:20 - T-nuts 15:25 - Assembly 21:24 - Assembly Impressions 27:36 - ES1 Seat Unboxing & First Impressions 29:25 - Seat Installation 31:15 - Seatbelt Installation 36:32 - Wheelbase Mounting 46:28 - Wheel Deck Flex Tests 47:56 - Pedal Deck Mounting & Flex Tests (GT Position) 54:34 - Shifter/Handbrake Mount 1:01:00 - GT Position Driving Tests 1:05:15 - Switching Driving Positions 1:11:30 - Pedal Deck Flex Tests (Formula Position) 1:13:07 - Formula Position Driving Tests 1:15:25 - Conclusions ------------------------------------------ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: ------------------------------------------ Join our Discord Community HERE: https://discord.gg/7YzjkFQ #nextlevelracing #fgtelite #simracing ]]> Thu 16 Sep 2021 20:15:44 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9796/review-next-level-racing-f-gt-elite-sim-racing-cockpit-es1-seat/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9867/fanatec-csl-dd-review-part-1-hardware-internals/
We hope our review of the Fanatec CSL DD has helped you decide if this is the right product for you. If you've found the video helpful, would like to help support Boosted Media at no additional cost, the following affiliate links will send a small comission our way which helps keep us running. Thanks a lot for your support! US: https://fanatec.com/us-en/cat/index/sCategory/163?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia EU: https://fanatec.com/eu-en/cat/index/sCategory/162?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia AU: https://fanatec.com/au-en/cat/index/sCategory/165?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia JP: https://fanatec.com/ja-en/cat/index/sCategory/164?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia A few months ago now we we were lucky enough to get our hands on a pro-production sample of the new Fanatec CSL DD. We were very impressed with the product but there were a few details we could not cover at the time due to the unit being pre-production. Now the chains have been released and we have our hands on a retail unit thanks to Fanatec, so it's time to fill in the blanks! -------------------------------- EXTRA INFO: -------------------------------- Written article available HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/sim-racing/hands-on-with-the-fanatec-csl-dd/ Looking for a wheel to go with your Fanatec Wheel Base? Check out our complete buyer's guide HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/sim-racing/buyers-guides/fanatec-wheel-guide-best-fanatec-wheels-in-2021/ ------------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: ------------------------------------------ Boosted Media is almost entirely funded by community support. If you're looking to buy some Fanatec products and would like to help support Boosted Media at no additional cost to yourself, the following affilaite links will send a small comission our way which helps keep the review videos coming. Thanks very much for your support! US/Canada: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-u-s-a/ EU/UK: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-europe-english/ AU: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-australia/ JAPAN: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-japan-english/ How Boosted Media makes money & why it matters - https://boostedmedia.net/automotive/vlog/how-boosted-media-earns-money-why-it-matters/ Interested in more ways you can support Boosted Media? CLICK HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/support-boosted-media/ ------------------------------------------ RELATED VIDEOS: ------------------------------------------ Fanatec Settings Explained - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO6g_ViBfOE Fanatec DD1 vs. DD2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZgtOO3W05Y Fanatec DD1/2 vs Simucube 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0O6FVjgiRg Fanatec DD1/2 Teardown - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDiQ9zmqOss CSL DD VS Logitech - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTkLfQ9NoBg& CSL DD VS CSL Elite - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT9PuoDvcvg CSL DD VS Clubsport Wheelbase 2.5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2o5WiAyGAc CSL DD VS Podium DD1 & DD2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVAdp9c2Nh8 ------------------------------------------ TIME STAMPS: ------------------------------------------ 0:00 - Intro 1:22 - Unboxing 3:40 - Hardware Overview 7:35 - Mounting 9:45 - Motor Side Quick Release (QR1) 13:28 - Connections & Interface 15:22 - Power Supplies (90W and Boost Kit 180) 17:20 - Table Clamp Accessory 18:46 - Teardown 22:51 - Hardware Conclusions ------------------------------------------ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: ------------------------------------------ Join our Discord Community HERE: https://discord.gg/7YzjkFQ #fanatec #csldd #newstandardd ]]> Mon 09 Aug 2021 20:26:57 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9867/fanatec-csl-dd-review-part-1-hardware-internals/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9852/fanatec-csl-dd-review-part-2-software-driving-experience/
We hope our review of the Fanatec CSL DD has helped you decide if this is the right product for you. If you've found the video helpful, would like to help support Boosted Media at no additional cost, the following affiliate links will send a small comission our way which helps keep us running. Thanks a lot for your support! US: https://fanatec.com/us-en/cat/index/sCategory/163?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia EU: https://fanatec.com/eu-en/cat/index/sCategory/162?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia AU: https://fanatec.com/au-en/cat/index/sCategory/165?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia JP: https://fanatec.com/ja-en/cat/index/sCategory/164?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia A few months ago now we we were lucky enough to get our hands on a pro-production sample of the new Fanatec CSL DD. We were very impressed with the product but there were a few details we could not cover at the time due to the unit being pre-production. Now the chains have been released and we have our hands on a retail unit thanks to Fanatec, so it's time to fill in the blanks! -------------------------------- EXTRA INFO: -------------------------------- Written article available HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/sim-racing/review-fanatec-csl-dd/ Looking for a wheel to go with your Fanatec Wheel Base? Check out our complete buyer's guide HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/sim-racing/buyers-guides/fanatec-wheel-guide-best-fanatec-wheels-in-2021/ ------------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: ------------------------------------------ Boosted Media is almost entirely funded by community support. If you're looking to buy some Fanatec products and would like to help support Boosted Media at no additional cost to yourself, the following affilaite links will send a small comission our way which helps keep the review videos coming. Thanks very much for your support! US/Canada: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-u-s-a/ EU/UK: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-europe-english/ AU: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-australia/ JAPAN: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-japan-english/ How Boosted Media makes money & why it matters - https://boostedmedia.net/automotive/vlog/how-boosted-media-earns-money-why-it-matters/ Interested in more ways you can support Boosted Media? CLICK HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/support-boosted-media/ ------------------------------------------ RELATED VIDEOS: ------------------------------------------ Fanatec Settings Explained - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO6g_ViBfOE Fanatec DD1 vs. DD2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZgtOO3W05Y Fanatec DD1/2 vs Simucube 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0O6FVjgiRg Fanatec DD1/2 Teardown - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDiQ9zmqOss DD2 Hardware Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=urMoTlb2Hrg Porsche 911 GT3-R Wheel Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpB_lxTsY20 CSL DD VS Logitech - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TTkLfQ9NoBg& CSL DD VS CSL Elite - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tT9PuoDvcvg CSL DD VS Clubsport Wheelbase 2.5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=a2o5WiAyGAc CSL DD VS Podium DD1 & DD2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bVAdp9c2Nh8 ------------------------------------------ TIME STAMPS: ------------------------------------------ 0:00 - Intro 1:33 - Rig Mounting & Quick Release Test (QR1) 7:54 - Driving Tests 9:35 - New Fanatec Driver Overview 18:00 - On-Wheel Tuning Menu 20:07 - Software Nitpicks 21:37 - Fanalab Overview 30:30 - Conclusions ------------------------------------------ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: ------------------------------------------ Join our Discord Community HERE: https://discord.gg/7YzjkFQ #fanatec #csldd #newstandardd ]]> Mon 09 Aug 2021 20:24:56 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9852/fanatec-csl-dd-review-part-2-software-driving-experience/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9944/fanatec-csl-pedals-detailed-first-look-driving-tests/
We hope this first detailed look at the Fanatec CSL Pedals has helped you decide if they are the right choice for you. If you've found the video helpful, would like to help support Boosted Media at no additional cost, the following affilaite links will send a small comission our way which helps keep us running. Thanks a lot for your support! CSL Pedals: US: https://fanatec.com/us-en/pedals/csl-pedals?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia EU: https://fanatec.com/eu-en/pedals/csl-pedals?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia AU: https://fanatec.com/au-en/pedals/csl-pedals?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia JP: https://fanatec.com/ja-en/pedals/csl-pedals?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia CSL Pedal Clutch Kit: US: https://fanatec.com/us-en/accessories/pedal-accessories/csl-pedal-clutch-kit?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia EU: https://fanatec.com/eu-en/accessories/pedal-accessories/csl-pedal-clutch-kit?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia AU: https://fanatec.com/au-en/accessories/pedal-accessories/csl-pedal-clutch-kit?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia JP: https://fanatec.com/ja-en/accessories/pedal-accessories/csl-pedal-clutch-kit?utm_medium=FAP+Banner&utm_source=boostedmedia&utm_campaign=General+Links&a_aid=boostedmedia Today we're very excited to be sharing with you our first detailed hands on look at the Fanatec CSL Pedals and CSL Pedal Clutch Kit! The aim today is to use this pre-production sample answer as many questions as we comfortably can, and arm you with as clear a picture as possible prior to reviewing the final production version. -------------------------------- EXTRA INFO: -------------------------------- Looking for a wheel to go with your Fanatec Wheel Base and Pedals? Check out our complete buyer's guide HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/sim-racing/buyers-guides/fanatec-wheel-guide-best-fanatec-wheels-in-2021/ ------------------------------------------ SUPPORT THE CHANNEL: ------------------------------------------ Boosted Media is almost entirely funded by community support. If you're looking to buy some Fanatec products and would like to help support Boosted Media at no additional cost to yourself, the following affilaite links will send a small comission our way which helps keep the review videos coming. Thanks very much for your support! US/Canada: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-u-s-a/ EU/UK: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-europe-english/ AU: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-australia/ JAPAN: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-japan-english/ How Boosted Media makes money & why it matters - https://boostedmedia.net/automotive/vlog/how-boosted-media-earns-money-why-it-matters/ Interested in more ways you can support Boosted Media? CLICK HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/support-boosted-media/ ------------------------------------------ RELATED VIDEOS: ------------------------------------------ Fanatec CSL DD First Look & Driving Tests: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ml69TLbCExU Fanatec Settings Explained - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO6g_ViBfOE Fanatec DD1 vs. DD2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OZgtOO3W05Y Fanatec DD1/2 vs Simucube 2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I0O6FVjgiRg Fanatec DD1/2 Teardown - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MDiQ9zmqOss ------------------------------------------ TIME STAMPS: ------------------------------------------ 0:00 - Intro & Pre-Production Info 0:39 - Hardware Overview 12:05 - Hall Effect Sensors 18:50 - Driving Tests & Conclusions ------------------------------------------ JOIN OUR COMMUNITY: ------------------------------------------ Join our Discord Community HERE: https://discord.gg/7YzjkFQ #fanatec #csldd #newstandardd ]]> Thu 10 Jun 2021 20:37:19 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9944/fanatec-csl-pedals-detailed-first-look-driving-tests/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9957/best-fanatec-wheels-in-2021-fanatec-wheel-buyer-s-guide/
Fanatec just released a whole bunch of new stuff in the last 24 hours - Pretty much all matching my predictions in this video thankfully. The written guide has been updated to include all the latest updates! - https://boostedmedia.net/sim-racing/buyers-guides/fanatec-wheel-guide-best-fanatec-wheels-in-2021/ With the Fanatec CSL DD launch now imminent, there will undoubtedly be a lot of people looking to enter into the Fanatec ecosystem for the first time, as well as looking at expanding their existing wheel collection. So today I'm going to take you through the majority of Fanatec's wheels, explain the ecosystem and give you my recommendations based on my experience with the range. TIME STAMPS: Intro - 0:00 The Ecosystem - 0:57 Compatibility - 2:30 Stock & Availability - 3:35 4:05 - QR1 & QR2 Hub Recommendations - 6:07 Wheel Recommendations - 13:43 Accessories & Custom Wheels - 31:04 Conclusions - 39:51 We of course have more detailed dedicated reviews for most of the products we're looking at in this video which are linked below, as well as a written guide which you can check out here... FANATEC WHEEL BUYER'S GUIDE- 2021: https://boostedmedia.net/sim-racing/buyers-guides/fanatec-wheel-guide-best-fanatec-wheels-in-2021/ If you'd like to purchase any of the wheels we've looked at today and would like to help Boosted Media out in the process, the following affiliate links will take you through to Fanatec's webstore and send a small comission our way when you check out at no additional cost to you. Thanks very much for your support! US: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-u-s-a/ EU: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-europe-english/ AU: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-australia/ JAPAN: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-japan-english/ How Boosted Media makes money & why it matters - https://boostedmedia.net/automotive/vlog/how-boosted-media-earns-money-why-it-matters/ Fanatec McLaren GT3 V3 Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UFnPQJZ8Ub4 Fanatec CSL Elite WRC Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DfuYYVA7Y_8 Fanatec CSL Universal Hub Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dTEx0yI3Nqw Fanatec F1 2020 Limited Edition Wheel Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Yp5hvGmNTH4 Fanatec Formula V2 Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P-n3hq59S5U Fanatec Podium R300 Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vglq9XTf8VM Fanatec Porsche 911 GT3 R Wheel Review - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jpB_lxTsY20 Fanatec Sim Racing Buyer's Guide - CSL, ClubSport, Podium DD1/DD2 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7BaeR07ZFrg CSL Elite VS ClubSPort Wheel base 2.5 - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VffPgV4p350 Aftermarket Magnetic Shifter Mods - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aJblIYeFuMs Fanatec Force Feedback Settings Explained - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bO6g_ViBfOE ]]> Wed 02 Jun 2021 20:39:47 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9957/best-fanatec-wheels-in-2021-fanatec-wheel-buyer-s-guide/ https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9998/fanatec-csl-dd-direct-drive-hype-our-technical-analysis-of-fanatec-s-350-dd-announcement/
CHECK OUT OUR COMPLETE 2021 FANATEC BUYER'S GUIDE HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/technology/2020-fanatec-sim-racing-buyers-guide/ Fanatec recently announced the cheapest (by a long shot) Direct Drive Sim Racing Wheel Base to hit the market yet, and boy has it generated some hype! So let’s take a look at the announcement, distil the contained information, and set some realistic expectations in the lead up to the release of this exciting new product. ___________________________________________ More details on the CSL DD here: https://newstandardd.fanatec.com/ ___________________________________________ If this video has helped you and you'd like to pick up some Fanatec gear, the following affiliate links send a small commission our way to help keep the content coming. We greatly appreciate your support! US: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-u-s-a/ EU: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-europe-english/ AU: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-australia/ JAPAN: https://boostedmedia.net/go/fanatec-webstore-japan-english/ ___________________________________________ Keen to support Boosted Media? CLICK HERE: https://boostedmedia.net/support-boosted-media/ #fanatec #csldd #directdrive ]]> Thu 22 Apr 2021 20:45:39 +0200 https://www.gnarpowpow.com/videos/9998/fanatec-csl-dd-direct-drive-hype-our-technical-analysis-of-fanatec-s-350-dd-announcement/