[Review] Simped F16/USB vs. MFG Crosswind

I just set up my brand new Crosswinds. A very first impression: They're even better than I anticipated! The feeling and the precision is just amazing. Even coming from Simped F16/C, the Crosswinds are easily better in any way imaginable. And as has been mentioned before, doing business with Milan is great, he's very quick to respond to questions and everything went flawlessly.

So far, I'm amazed. :thumbup:

Edit: Do you guys think we need a serial number thread like the Warthog Serial# Database? Or did I miss something and that already exists?

You won't regret that purchase.

I don't think anyone could find anything to gripe about with the crosswinds... price perhaps.

Software updates are easy and adjustability of the pedals is superb.

I think the most difficult thing about them is re-training your legs to be as smooth and precise as the pedals.

Serial number data base could be good.

Thoughts from a heli pilot:

I have seen a lot of testimonials saying how good those pedals are, and that you should buy them, now we need information about how to WAIT for the pedals to be ready, once we have decided to buy them ;)

Especially for me, as I'm waiting for their fighter plate version, I don't want to have my whole foot on the plate. ^^

I have seen a lot of testimonials saying how good those pedals are, and that you should buy them, now we need information about how to WAIT for the pedals to be ready, once we have decided to buy them ;)

 

Especially for me, as I'm waiting for their fighter plate version, I don't want to have my whole foot on the plate. ^^

They are very well worth the wait, trust me. Crosswinds are in a whole nother league. These things are so smooth and precise, and so customizable, it is incredible.

I too was somewhat concerned coming from the Saitek Combats, to pedals I have my whole foot on the plate. My concern was quickly dissolved though, as I adjusted to it quickly and now seems almost natural to me.

I have seen a lot of testimonials saying how good those pedals are, and that you should buy them, now we need information about how to WAIT for the pedals to be ready, once we have decided to buy them ;)

 

Especially for me, as I'm waiting for their fighter plate version, I don't want to have my whole foot on the plate. ^^

I and many others had the same thought before getting them. Then Milan sent one sample to me for testing and I was sold immediately. I'd recommend you get them and then get the new fighter plate version you can easily just exchange for the existing ones. Besides, LW used this design so its not that they can't do combat. ;)

These look even better and they come with fighter plate version too.

 

http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/3801659/Rudder_Pedals_(_like_BF109F)#Post3801659

There is a reason why Slaw started introducing CAM profile in his newer versions. MFG has one from day one and is the #1 reason why I would recommend them over any other rudder pedals. The difference just can not be described with words.

These look even better and they come with fighter plate version too.

 

http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/3801659/Rudder_Pedals_(_like_BF109F)#Post3801659

These models are not in production actually:

http://forum.il2sturmovik.ru/topic/3688-informaciya-po-pedalyam-slaw-device-mfg-crosswind-baur/#entry362269

Still waiting for the notification email :(

About the fighter plates, the thing is, I'm flying helicopters too, and in helicopters we do not have the whole foot on pedals. In the small plane I'm flying in real life, the same ;)

So I'll wait ^^ Moreover even if I decide not to wait, the line is so long that we have to wait for march ^^

Meanwhile, I'm still using my racing pedals, throttle and clutch as rudder :) It works in DCS, and in x-plane (though only with a free plugin for x-plane, and it works without any plugin in DCS)

These models are not in production actually:

 

http://forum.il2sturmovik.ru/topic/3688-informaciya-po-pedalyam-slaw-device-mfg-crosswind-baur/#entry362269

The successor, Viper "RX":

http://simhq.com/forum/ubbthreads.php/topics/4221445#Post4221445

The 3rd picture suggest CAM lever on brake pedals = progressive force. :thumbup:

S/N 3256 Best pedals in the WORLD !

Well, I just set up an order for mine... it's about time I replace my pro flights.

I received my Crosswind pedals Monday this week and I'm still experimenting. I fly both WWII and more modern aircraft and try to find settings that suits both. Rudder and wheel steering is excellent (I bought the soft spring), but brakes don't feel quite right yet. I found the brakes very hard especially for WWII where you have to tiptoe for differential braking..

I have now changed the pedal angle from 20° to 30°. I have set the brakes to the softest position and they still feels significantly harder than my CH Pro. I wonder if Milan could not produce a set of softer springs for the brakes. From a design point of view I'm sure it's possible. I would buy!

I originally had bolted an extension to the wall stand offs but in the end I found that the crosswinds loved a more solid mount as well as a very solid mount for the seat of the pedal operator. An old door with pedals and an amazingly solid, comfortable, fully adjustable, $25 at an auto wreckers, seat. It is definitely my favourite seat in the house.

Crosswinds. Flawless for a year and counting.

I originally had bolted an extension to the wall stand offs but in the end I found that the crosswinds loved a more solid mount as well as a very solid mount for the seat of the pedal operator. An old door with pedals and an amazingly solid, comfortable, fully adjustable, $25 at an auto wreckers, seat. It is definitely my favourite seat in the house.

Crosswinds. Flawless for a year and counting.

 

 

Gotta love your throttle and mouse pad supports! :D