CH Products Pro Pedals USB Flight Simulator Pedals (300-111)

This review will talk about both the CH Rudder Pedals and the CH Flight Yoke USB.I finally got around to purchasing these rudder pedals from Amazon after accepting that I was NEVER going to find this item in stores. (...)Getting to the point...these pedals are a must have for serious flightsimmers...especially if you own Microsoft Flight Simulator and like to fly general aviation or the large commercial heavies. I also purchased the USB CH Flight Yoke for $99.74; the difference these 2 items make to the simming experience can't be stressed enough. If you ever got the guilty feeling after mastering the greased landing with the Boeing 747 or other heavy aircraft (the feeling that it's unrealistically easy), then this is the next level. It takes a lot more concentration and coordination to master flight using yoke and rudder as opposed to just a joystick or keyboard...just keep your hands off the yoke while going down the runway or taxiing, and you should be able to keep things in order! You may also consider purchasing the CH Throttle; that's going to be next on my list, because using the throttle controls as they are postitioned on the yoke are a little inconvenient for some aircraft that require constant changes in throttle position.Overall, I'm satisfied with the construction of the pedals; they weigh in at around 6 pounds and feel fairly solid and sturdy. The motion is fairly smooth with the application of both rudder and toe brakes. They work well. Not much more you can say about that. The same can be said about the construction of the yoke...fairly solid considering. I would like to have seen a little less tension on the yoke personally. Unless you are trimmed close to overtrimmed status, you have to give it a good pull to get airborne. I haven't studied it long enough to see how that REALLY compares between heavy versus light aircraft. But again, I think that only speaks to the construction of the unit and the strength of the clamp setup; pulling back on that unit with a fair amount of force and the unit doesn't budge from the desk. The yoke may take some getting used to based on where it will sit on your desk...in my case, there is about a half an inch beneath the fastened clamps to allow for my slide out keyboard tray, which was enough space in my case. I could see a potential problem in that area for others.I've read about complaints with the clamp system on the yoke, but I'd like to meet the guy that can think of a better solution to keep the unit stationary on your desktop...no problems with my particular desk and the clamps. What I've read is that people with lips or other unperfect edges may have problems since the surface area of the clamps is small. Again, not a problem with my particular desk. Another con that I read about and can somewhat concur with is the trim quality. I find myself having to adjust the elevator trim more frequently with changes in speed than with my joystick...on approach this can be viewed as a nuisance or part of the greater challenge. I'll have to give it some time to decide on that one. It may be that it's just easier overall with a joystick. I was looking for more realism and a greater challenge when I purchased the yoke and rudder.Installation was a breeze in Windows XP; just plug them in and they are ready to go. They come with a cd with any drivers that may not be installed already, and also games (so, I've heard...MSFS is my favorite past time, probably wouldn't fly anything else that I don't already own anyway). Another good thing about this unit and MSFS is that it is recognized as a separate controller. I have used the pedals in combination with the flight yoke as well as my Saitek X52 Flight Control system when I needed a joystick and not a yoke for flying fighters or even general aviation aircraft that have sticks and not yokes.Finally, both the yoke and rudder are a very good investment for the hobby. You'll find yourself enjoying the hobby more and actually steering clear of the autopilot controls. Hope this gives you some things to think about.

So far so good. The CH brand reputation seems to be living up to what everyone says about them.I was torn between this and the Saitek, but looking around even on other websites, Saitek don't have a stellar history of QC and durability. While on the other hand CH have industry recognition in their equipment.Pros:-Well built, tough plastics, no bending or creaking-Sturdy base, does not slide on my tile floor-Plug and Play-Virtually no dead zones needed, very precise-Good feedback, needs getting used to if you have never used pedalsCons:-Uncomfortable without shoes/slippers, the pedals are not extremely long so your toes could hang over-Cumbersome, not very low key-Possible issues with tracks allowing dirt in, have not verifiedWith this, I can say that CH have definitely made me consider their other products (like Fighterstick and Throttle) for the future (just need to get over the 90s LEDs)People have complained that the pedals are close together, I think that this is quite realistic for some aircraft and with the correct sitting position you can find them to be pretty perfect.Would recommend 5 out of 5.

I very much enjoy these pedals. As many have said the construction is great, the accuracy is great, and they function exactly as they're meant to. I will just focus on the aspects that kept me from giving this 5 stars.The first is small, and can be remedied by a myriad of methods, but these do slip all over the place on smooth hardwood floors. If you place them on a carpet or area rug they're fine. There's a million other ways you can keep them from slipping as well.The biggest qualm I have with them though are the heel cups. I was a US Navy helicopter pilot for 10 years, and 3 of those years as an instructor pilot. Any flight instructor will tell you that when using rudder pedals or tail-rotor pedals in either fixed wing or rotary wing aircraft, your heels belong on the floor, not elevated on the pedals. Keeping your heels off the ground in those heel cups is not good practice and ultimately keeps you from making finer inputs on the pedals. It also contributes to leg fatigue over long periods of flying, or sim'ing because you tend to float your leg above the pedals and keep a mild but sustained contraction in your quads and hamstrings to stabilize your leg. When I use these pedals I keep my heels on the base and let the heel cups sit in the arches of my feet. It was a little uncomfortable at first but I got used to it and found it to be superior for control when compared to using the heel cups. I also find that if I try to use the heel cups that my feet tend to rock the pedals forward a bit at rest and make unwanted inputs on those 2 axes. I only place my full foot up on the pedal and in the heel cups when I need to use the rocking axis for tasks like activating toe brakes. I'd much prefer if CH removed the heel cups altogether and extended the front of the base a little so you could comfortably rest your heels on the floor where they belong for the full throw of the pedals.

O pedal funciona perfeitamente para o novo Microsoft Flight Simulador 2020, é necessário uma configuração, mas que é bem rápida e fácil de fazer. Material bem forte, cabo USB longo o bastante e não move no chão. Recomendo!