That means you can easily change between hydraulic damping (as before, the idea being that it gets harder to pull the handbrake the further you pull it) and a linear response. The Akina handbrake is unique because of its Dual Electronic Feeling (DEF) system, a proprietary technology which allows you to change the response of the brake by flicking a switch. It’s a slightly different aesthetic, which some may prefer, although customizability and mounting appears very similar. Akina Handbrake IgnitionĪnother less popular option at the same price point as above is the Akina Handbrake Ignition. There’s a fantastic demonstration of this on the manufacturer’s site, where you can see them pulling the handbrake with rubber bands: the further they pull the handbrake, the more the bands stretch, since they are experiencing greater force. This means that the handbrake gets harder to pull the further you pull it, just like in a real rally or drift car. What makes the Aiologs really special is its use of hydraulic damping. Although it’s definitely less popular than the Heusinkveld, choosing between the two isn’t as easy as you’d think…
Coming in at $170, it’s priced similarly to the Heusinkveld Sim Handbrake. The Aiologs Hydro Handbrake is another luxury sim racing handbrake. In terms of platform, the good news is that this shifter works with PC, Xbox One, and PS4! Aiologs Hydro Handbrake The only downside is the currently limited compatibility regarding games, so we recommend you check on the Thrustmaster website to make sure that it works on your system, with your wheel, and for your games. It will scratch your itch wonderfully and, chances are, you’ll start preferring this to the shifter you already own. If you plan on getting a top-quality product that will give you as much versatility as possible then this is what you’re looking for.Įven if you already have a shifter and are only looking for a sim handbrake, we still recommend you pick this up. tech employed by Thrustmaster means that, no matter how much or how hard you plan on utilizing the TH8A, it will not lose accuracy. Starting from the quality of the material utilized, the TH8A Add-On Shifter not only has an authentic feel thanks to the top-grade aluminum, but could arguably be considered of higher quality than some shifters and handbrakes found in actual cars. Other Handbrakes We ReviewedĮven though they’re not our top picks, there are other great handbrakes on the market that we have reviewed: Bosch pressure sensors and Cosworth connectors round out the premium components packed into this handbrakes rugged form. Users have the choice of two types of bushes (both are included) to tweak stiffness to taste. The titular hydraulic system is comprised of a genuine Wilwood master and slave cylinder, stainless steel flexible brake lines and industry-quality brake fittings. There’s even a 20cm extension for the lever in the event you need to stretch things out a bit to accommodate the set up of your sim racing cockpit. The adjustable handbrake lever arm can be set up in vertical or horizontal positions, then further tuned to an angle of 30 to 90 degrees – assuring you can recreate the the feel of whichever race car(s) you prefer. Simtag has truly spared no expense with this handbrake and it shows throughout the product’s design and build quality. This handbrake works with most racing titles on PC, Xbox One, and PS4.įor those who will settle for nothing less than the absolute best, the Simtag Hydraulic Handbrake is here to pillage your wallet in exchange for providing the most realistic approximation of rally car or drift handbraking. In terms of compatibility, we have no complaints whatsoever. The brake itself is expensive but, given its quality and the dual function it has, it could be nowhere but the top of this list! With nothing more than a simple flick of the switch you can shift from pulling a handbrake to brave the tightest of turns, to changing gears to regain speed, and then back again.
The TSSH together with Thrustmaster’s TH8A shifter in a review by Chris HayeĪnother incredible bonus with the TSSH is the ability to use it as a sequential shifter. This brake feels incredible, and driving with it will feel as though you’re in an actual rally car. The handbrake is made almost entirely of aluminium and stainless steel, with the exception of the plastic handle. This is because of the very successful collaboration with Sparco, the TSSH being a 1:1 replica of Sparco equipment you would find within actual race cars. Not only does the Thrustmaster TSSH feature in our guide to the five best sim racing shifters, but it almost tops this list too.
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