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Offline 1701E

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Time for a new stick
« on: September 20, 2008, 06:35:17 PM »
Well my current 'Logitech Extreme 3D Pro' is going after six trusty months of AH and other various games.  So, now i must start looking for a new one, and wondering what is a good stick for 80$ or less?  If needed I may be able to extend that to 100$ if there is a very good one.  Normally I am one to just go buy the first one i see on the Logitech site, but I am hoping to find one that will last a long while.  Hoping to find one with decent spring tension (have heard the X-52 is a bit loose, rumors?), and easy to reach buttons.  I don't need a seperate throttle control quadrant (unless it comes with the stick), as my set-up does not really allow room for one.  So, I'm sure there is something good out there, sub-100$, anyone have a/some suggestion(s)?


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Re: Time for a new stick
« Reply #1 on: September 21, 2008, 01:15:18 AM »
I've been using a Saitek AV8R since May.  I love it.  Less than $50.  8 Buttons plus the hat with an A/B switch so they double up plus dual throttle controls.
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Re: Time for a new stick
« Reply #2 on: September 21, 2008, 02:33:00 AM »
I really like the CH Products sticks.  They are generally about $70-$100 depending on which you get.

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Re: Time for a new stick
« Reply #3 on: September 21, 2008, 08:52:12 AM »
I really like the CH Products sticks.  They are generally about $70-$100 depending on which you get.

Except then he has to buy rudders too.
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Re: Time for a new stick
« Reply #4 on: September 21, 2008, 10:11:43 AM »
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Re: Time for a new stick
« Reply #5 on: September 21, 2008, 11:04:52 AM »
Except then he has to buy rudders too.

Only if I want to waste 100$, already use a set :D.  Using a gas/brake pedal set that works rather well, haven't used twisty in about 8 months.

Either way I was looking at CH products due to so many people suggesting them to others.  Only problem was I had never seem 'em below 100$ till now.
I do wonder though, how reliable is that site, Hoarach?  Never heard of it before, so obviously I am skeptical.
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Re: Time for a new stick
« Reply #6 on: September 21, 2008, 11:34:14 AM »
Be sure to check www.provantage.com and search for CH products".  Last time I checked the combatstick was in the $50-60 range.  I have ordered many items from provantage and have never had a problem.  Some squaddies I'm sure will also recommend Provantage.

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Re: Time for a new stick
« Reply #7 on: September 21, 2008, 01:56:23 PM »
Only if I want to waste 100$, already use a set :D.  Using a gas/brake pedal set that works rather well, haven't used twisty in about 8 months.

Either way I was looking at CH products due to so many people suggesting them to others.  Only problem was I had never seem 'em below 100$ till now.
I do wonder though, how reliable is that site, Hoarach?  Never heard of it before, so obviously I am skeptical.

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Be sure to check www.provantage.com and search for CH products". 

as Rob53 posted....most 9 out 10 times  provanatage has always seemed to be the lowest priced online store for CH Products........
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