Condor Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Hi Guys/Gals, I've just bought some new flight sim equipment and I am using Microsoft Flight Sim 2020. Is it better for immersion to also buy rudder pedals? Thanks 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Matt McGee Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Yes, I highly recommend a good set of rudder pedals. (nice if they have toe brakes too) Rudder pedals make it so much more realistic than having to use keys or some other axis switch or buttons for yaw control. 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scott Harmes Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Agreed. I was kind of forced to get rudder pedals when I got my HOTAS Warthog, as that stick doesn't have a rudder/twist axis, and I was really glad when I made the switch. They certainly make it easier with crosswind landings, and all directional control, as well as just being more immersive. The toe brakes are also really handy for taxiing in planes with a castoring wheel. I bought the Saitek Pro Flight Combat Rudder Pedals, and have been really happy with them for years. Unfortunately I don't think they're available anymore, but as they are so good I could recommend Saitek rudder pedals to be a good brand, as they have other pedals available. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wolfko Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Yes, as Matt and Scott said, go for rudder pedals. You won't regret it. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
paulb Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Yes, rudder pedals with toe brakes make everything more realistic. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
boetie Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 (edited) Absolutely yes. My throttle, yoke, gauges etc are quite higher end kit but my pedals are Saitek/Logitech which when I purchased them 12yrs ago were quite a reasonable price. They're still going strong and do me fine. Pedals add so much more immersion. Go for it if you can Cheers Graeme Edited August 26, 2021 by boetie 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sniper31 Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Another 'absolutely YES' for some rudder pedals. All the advantages posted by others above I agree with. Once I got my first set I have never not wanted to sim fly without them. Cheers, Landon 1 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
larryisenor Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Definitely easier ti taxi with rudder pedals. The plane doesn't tilt as it will with auto connected rudder and aileron. You can also steer using the toe brakes. They also allow you to straighten out the plane when landing at a bit of an angle. Larry Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
wain71 Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 Never thought of using rudder pedals with my x52... work okay?... I have pedals in the loft... anyone else doing this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Smudger Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 1 hour ago, wain71 said: anyone else doing this? Yes wain, Saitek X52 pro and Saitek pedals, all is good 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ken Q Posted August 26, 2021 Share Posted August 26, 2021 I'll add another vote: rudder pedals are a must, especially with toe brakes. Taxiing around the airport is so much easier and more realistic, likewise cross wind landings. I have both CH and Saitek. CH very good, though closely spaced. Saitek better. Go for it! Ken Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Condor Posted August 27, 2021 Author Share Posted August 27, 2021 Well thanks guys for a resounding YES....appreciate all your input. Looks like a set of pedals on the way. Thanks again. 3 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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