With the imminent arrival of FSX I thought I would treat myself to a new controller. I currently use a sidewinder precision 2. Does anyone have any thoughts on where I should go from here. Budget? call it a

Dunno how much CH Yoke and Rudder pedals are in pomme land, but here in the US they go for US$200-250 for the pair. This is a bit above your budget, but a notable improvement in aircraft handling IMO, well worth the few extra bux, or pounds as the case may be.Gary

I would treat yourself to a CH yolk and pedals. It's the only way to fly. I got mine as a birthday present about 15 years ago. I'm still using them, in fact I just took a flight with them tonight. It's well worth the money. If you have a decent joystick now, buying another one won't increase your level of immersion. If you can't afford the whole package, start with just the yoke.

Get a hotas setup. Joysticks is much more versatile and precise so unless you can afford both a joystick and Yoke get a HOTAS setup. Saitek X-52 perhaps :)That and maybe comp them with some pedals. I use racing wheel pedals works great because they are so crap they are better suited for rudder control then gas break control because the springs is so weak and the travel is so short ;)CH products is a bit overpriced so you can get like a really good wheel like the DFP PRO for the same price. You won

Thanks for that Gary.Richard

Thanks for your advice. Have ordered a yoke to start with.Richard

OK many thanks.