Which gamepad is best for Nascar 2002?

None. Even though there are improvements in the 2002 version for digital controllers, get a wheel or a joystick. If you can't afford these, then try an arcade-oriented NASCAR title. Unless you enjoy frustration... Marc "Steve" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]... > >

"Marc Collins" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:Fl8e8.66633$[email hidden]... > None. Even though there are improvements in the 2002 version for digital > controllers, get a wheel or a joystick. If you can't afford these, thentry > an arcade-oriented NASCAR title. Unless you enjoy frustration... > > Marc I second that. I'm currently using a joystick, and even that is frustrating to use. I've ordered myself a wheel, and though I haven't used one yet (it's my first), I would recommend getting one. You'll be lucky to stay consistent with a joystick...though not entirely impossible. -Will

"William Bradshaw" < > > I second that. I'm currently using a joystick, and even that isfrustrating > to use. I've ordered myself a wheel, and though I haven't used one yet(it's > my first), I would recommend getting one. You'll be lucky to stayconsistent > with a joystick...though not entirely impossible. > > -Will one quick thought Will. When you get your new wheel, chances are you will have a tough time getting used to it...Don't be discouraged. You won't magically turn faster times, you will have to relearn HOW to turn and probably change your settings...i.e. more toward Linear. But after a few days, you mind and reflexes will adjust and you'll never look back at a Joystick/gamepad again. dave henrie

hi, haven't tried this with nascar 2002 (not available locally), but I have had great results with my PSX Dual Shock and other sims, like GPL. I have a 1:32 monza lap using that controller. only problem is the digital throttle. the analog thumb sticks are better than the digital D-Pad's prevalent on other controllers. I've since stopped using it as my parallel interface needs some repair. I believe there are usb converters though which are a lot less hassle. also you can program all the buttons (there are quite a few) on the psx controller. good luck. Regards all, istoff

You want to look at the Logitech Wingman Rumblepad if you're not going for a full wheel. I use it with my notebook for GPL, F1-2001 etc. and various flight sims when I'm travelling. It has two analog sticks, and I assign one stick's vertical axis to throttle / brake, the other stick's horizontal axis to steering, and it works brilliantly. Obviously, a wheel would be better, but the amount of control with the two analog sticks is surprisingly good, but it needs quite a bit of tweaking to get the sensitivity right. It's USB, and also features little rumble motors which tell you a surprising amount about the car handling with GPL's and F1-2001's excellent force feedback. Stephen "istoff" <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]...

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> hi, > > haven't tried this with nascar 2002 (not available locally), but I > have had great results with my PSX Dual Shock and other sims, like > GPL. I have a 1:32 monza lap using that controller. only problem is > the digital throttle. the analog thumb sticks are better than the > digital D-Pad's prevalent on other controllers. I've since stopped > using it as my parallel interface needs some repair. > > I believe there are usb converters though which are a lot less hassle. > also you can program all the buttons (there are quite a few) on the > psx controller. > > good luck. > > Regards all, > istoff

The TSW2 Cup gamepad, of course. LOL! Steve <[email hidden]> wrote in message news:[email hidden]... > >

On Mon, 25 Feb 2002 10:11:10 +0100, "Stephen F." <[email hidden]> wrote:

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>You want to look at the Logitech Wingman Rumblepad if you're not going for a >full wheel. I use it with my notebook for GPL, F1-2001 etc. and various >flight sims when I'm travelling. It has two analog sticks, and I assign one >stick's vertical axis to throttle / brake, the other stick's horizontal axis >to steering, and it works brilliantly. Obviously, a wheel would be better, >but the amount of control with the two analog sticks is surprisingly good, >but it needs quite a bit of tweaking to get the sensitivity right. It's >USB, and also features little rumble motors which tell you a surprising >amount about the car handling with GPL's and F1-2001's excellent force >feedback. > >Stephen >

I totally Agree Stephen, I use that exact Gamepad and set it up like you described. The top trigger is a really good handbrake also. Some kind of a left handed brake system would be nice(Saitek). I believe its the best gamepad out there in my opinion. I used a Sidewinder Thrustmaster Joy Stick for a long time, the one thing that just didnt work out for me was the size of the Joystick handle makes it really easy to oversteer. I like the gamepad personally much more for racing games. Its kinda nice to sit back once in a while and relax and race. I do want to get the wheel for realism and just more fun I would think. By the way I bought the GameVoice by Microsoft today. Radio Shack is closing out of them and its marked down from $49 to $19. I thought for twenty bucks I would give it a try, anyone have any input on that unit? Its Version 1.