Home
Categories
EXPLORE
Society & Culture
True Crime
History
Comedy
Education
Music
Health & Fitness
About Us
Contact Us
Copyright
© 2024 PodJoint
00:00 / 00:00
Sign in

or

Don't have an account?
Sign up
Forgot password
https://is1-ssl.mzstatic.com/image/thumb/Podcasts211/v4/e2/cb/22/e2cb2212-2818-4edb-5b45-b27c4f816d9c/mza_2029915400561421638.jpg/600x600bb.jpg
The Chicane Podcast
Track Ghost Sim Racing
81 episodes
20 hours ago
Two minutes of repair can change your whole 24-hour race plan. We kick off with a gritty Monza debrief: late to qualifying, a sausage curb roll that tagged the engine, triple stints through the night, and the math of half-tenths adding up until an hour later you’re on someone’s bumper. We explain how we stabilized, why consistency beat heroics, what team iRating and safety looked like, and how we’re carrying those lessons into Daytona. From there, we pivot to gear news that actually matters....
Show more...
Video Games
Leisure,
Automotive,
Games
RSS
All content for The Chicane Podcast is the property of Track Ghost Sim Racing and is served directly from their servers with no modification, redirects, or rehosting. The podcast is not affiliated with or endorsed by Podjoint in any way.
Two minutes of repair can change your whole 24-hour race plan. We kick off with a gritty Monza debrief: late to qualifying, a sausage curb roll that tagged the engine, triple stints through the night, and the math of half-tenths adding up until an hour later you’re on someone’s bumper. We explain how we stabilized, why consistency beat heroics, what team iRating and safety looked like, and how we’re carrying those lessons into Daytona. From there, we pivot to gear news that actually matters....
Show more...
Video Games
Leisure,
Automotive,
Games
Episodes (20/81)
The Chicane Podcast
Black Friday Sim Racing Deals You Shouldn’t Miss
Two minutes of repair can change your whole 24-hour race plan. We kick off with a gritty Monza debrief: late to qualifying, a sausage curb roll that tagged the engine, triple stints through the night, and the math of half-tenths adding up until an hour later you’re on someone’s bumper. We explain how we stabilized, why consistency beat heroics, what team iRating and safety looked like, and how we’re carrying those lessons into Daytona. From there, we pivot to gear news that actually matters....
Show more...
1 day ago
58 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Chasing Immersion: When Hardware Becomes Motivation, Not Just Money
A Porsche wheel shows up early, and everything changes. The moment we bolted on the VPG cup-style rim—with its lighter build, crisp stiffness, and tidy 70 mm adapter—the wheelbase came alive. More texture, more trust, and a real sense of what the car is doing made the first test laps feel like a new sim. With a 24-hour run at Monza on deck, we talk about how a lighter rim reshapes force feedback, why build quality matters, and what to expect when you push fresh gear straight into endurance du...
Show more...
1 week ago
1 hour 7 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
GT3: Because Not Everyone Wants To Lose An Arm In A Formula Car
Ever wonder why GT3 seems to be everywhere—from ads and thumbnails to league banners—when F1 and prototypes steal the headlines on TV? We pull back the curtain on the class that grabbed sim racing by the scruff: approachable electronics, road-car glamor, and a deceptively high skill ceiling that keeps you grinding for tenths long after your first clean lap. Then we get practical about growth. If you’ve lived in GT3, you may be missing crucial reps—TCR for entry rotation and power-on push, MX‑...
Show more...
2 weeks ago
54 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Sim Racing Expo 2025 Review
Missed the Sim Racing Expo? We did too—so we gathered the biggest reveals, the honest impressions, and the practical takeaways that matter when you get back in the rig. From Fanatec’s podium DD and load cell pedals to SimLab’s DDX torque sync wheelbases, we talk about why expo testing is helpful yet imperfect, and where these products actually seem to be headed once you dial them in at home. We also share why Simagic’s missing active pedal was a letdown, and how clear roadmaps shape real buyi...
Show more...
3 weeks ago
1 hour 6 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Simucube 3: Upgrades, Tradeoffs, And What Matters Most
Ten hours of multi-class chaos at Petit Le Mans, countless laps in VR, and a belt tensioner that refuses to let us log off set the tone for a gear-heavy, detail-first conversation about where sim racing is going—and what’s worth your money right now. We start with why GTP racing grabbed us by the collar: how Porsche and Cadillac fight at the limit, why GT3s and GTPs together teach racecraft, and how time attack ghosts help you learn lines you didn’t know existed. That curiosity leads straight...
Show more...
4 weeks ago
1 hour 17 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
We Paid Two Grand To Get Choked (on purpose) So You Don’t Have To
A week of chaos in F4 lobbies, a slow news cycle, and a big stack of gear talk turned into a surprisingly honest look at what really upgrades a sim rig. We start with the VR landscape—Bigscreen Beyond 2’s micro‑OLED clarity and eye tracking, the hidden cost of base stations, and the DisplayPort tax—then pivot to Pimax’s more complete, modular approach with integrated tracking and ultra‑wide FOV options. If you’re weighing spec sheets against setup friction, we walk through the tradeoffs that ...
Show more...
1 month ago
1 hour 21 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Sim Titles That Don't Quit and the Intricacies of iRating
What makes a sim feel alive isn’t a flashy launch; it’s teams that keep building, communities that keep showing up, and drivers willing to grow beyond hotlaps. We kick off with a heartfelt farewell to Eric, swap travel notes, and then head straight into the spicy stuff: Max Verstappen’s GT3 win at the Ring. Was it proof of elite, transferable racecraft—or a PR-boosted outlier? We disagree (loudly), but agree on this: Chris Lulham’s path from top sim racer to real GT3 is a powerful signal that...
Show more...
1 month ago
57 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
A 10k iRating 14x iRacing Champion/Real MX5 Driver on a LOGITECH!
Discover the extraordinary journey of Cam Ebben, a 14-time iRacing champion and professional MX5 driver who shatters the myth that expensive gear is necessary for sim racing success. From his first laps at age 11 using a Logitech Wingman wheel bolted to a desk, to reaching the elite 10,000 iRating milestone and winning real-world championships, Cam's story is a masterclass in racing development. Growing up near Road America with racing in his family's blood, Cam turned to iRacing when he was...
Show more...
1 month ago
1 hour 16 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
From Controller to 4K iRating: Jared Bridwell's Sim Racing Journey
What separates elite sim racers from the rest of us? In this revealing conversation with Jared Bridwell, a 4K iRating driver from Impact SimSport, we uncover the journey, mindset, and techniques behind high-level sim racing performance. Jared walks us through his evolution from playing Forza with a controller in 2017 to competing in elite iRacing leagues today. Unlike many who jumped into sim racing during the pandemic, Jared's organic path through Assetto Corsa and into iRacing showcases th...
Show more...
1 month ago
57 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Sim Gaming Expo 2025 Debrief
There's something magical about meeting people you've known online for years—that surreal moment when virtual connections transform into genuine friendships. This is exactly what happened when the Chicane Podcast team converged on Chicago for the first-ever North American Sim Racing Expo, an event that exceeded everyone's expectations. What began as uncertainty about who would attend evolved into a groundbreaking gathering where industry giants like Simicube, SimLab, and VPG brought their A-...
Show more...
2 months ago
1 hour 37 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
A Guide to Large Monitors/TVs for Sim Racing
The ultimate display upgrade dilemma: are triple 42" OLED monitors worth it for sim racing? We dive deep into the reality behind this immersive but demanding setup, exploring everything from connectivity challenges to performance requirements that no one tells you about. Making the jump from curved 32" monitors to flat 42" OLEDs isn't just about size—it fundamentally transforms how games look and feel. The catch? You'll need serious GPU power to compensate for the lack of G-Sync when c...
Show more...
2 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
New iRacing GT4, UI, VR Tech, and Game-Changing Features
The competition between racing simulators is heating up as multiple platforms push to deliver major updates before year's end. This exciting development cycle means more options, better features, and ultimately, a better experience for all of us sim racers. We dive deep into Assetto Corsa Evo's significant 0.3 update, which finally brings multiplayer functionality with 16-player online racing. The update also delivers substantial physics improvements, including an overhauled suspension model...
Show more...
2 months ago
1 hour 13 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
What to Expect from The SimGaming Expo
The countdown to gaming history has begun! In this electrifying episode, we're joined by George Anzaldo, the visionary founder behind the SimGaming Expo – America's first-ever major simulation gaming convention happening September 5-7, 2025, at the Schaumburg Convention Center near Chicago. George reveals how this groundbreaking event has expanded to include over 50 brands and more than 40 physical booths since our last conversation. The expo floor is nearly bursting with simulation hardware...
Show more...
2 months ago
1 hour 25 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Porsche Meets Sim Racing: The First Officially Licensed 911 Cup Wheel Inbound!
Gear up for an adrenaline-fueled dive into the world of high-end sim racing hardware as we explore VPG Sim's groundbreaking release: the officially licensed Porsche 911 Cup wheel. This isn't just another peripheral—it's an authentic Porsche product manufactured in the same facility as the actual race car wheels, yet surprisingly accessible at $1,595 compared to similar offerings. The wheel's full carbon fiber construction weighing just 1,030 grams delivers unparalleled force feedback sensiti...
Show more...
3 months ago
1 hour 20 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
What Makes a Wheel Worth Buying?
Racing endurance events demands a completely different mindset than sprint races—something Eric Kelly discovered firsthand during his inaugural hour-long race at Spa. While sharing his experience streaming his first GT7 endurance race, Eric revealed the unexpected mental fatigue that comes not from driving itself, but from the inability to break concentration for even a moment. "It's different when you can't get up, can't take a sip, can't look at the chat," he explains, highlighting how focu...
Show more...
3 months ago
1 hour 17 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Is LMU v1.0 Worth it?
When tsunami warnings struck Hawaii this week, our hosts had their priorities straight – figure out how to save the sim rigs! Jason and Jeff hilariously debated whether to move their wheels to the attic while evacuating PCs to higher ground, perfectly capturing the dedication of true sim racing enthusiasts. The team doesn't hold back when discussing LMU's recent 1.0 release, with Eric delivering some hard truths about his experience. "The car feel is atrocious," he states, comparing it to "A...
Show more...
3 months ago
1 hour 6 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
BeamNG's Tire Physics Revolution: A Glimpse into Sim Racing's Future
The line between virtual and real racing continues to blur as sim technology advances at breakneck speeds. This week, we explore how physical feedback transforms the sim racing experience through an in-depth comparison of bass shakers versus the popular Butt Kicker system. Eric shares his experience with a budget-friendly Dayton Audio setup that delivers impressive performance at a fraction of the cost, while we debate the optimal mounting locations and SimHub settings that maximize immersion...
Show more...
3 months ago
1 hour 22 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Revolutionary Virtual Garage: RSS MySim Transforms Sim Rig Sharing
The sim racing community just got shaken up with a revolutionary new platform that reimagines how we share and discover racing setups. In this illuminating episode, Ready Set Sim's Ian Stroman reveals MySim – the first-ever social network designed specifically to showcase sim racing rigs. Picture a beautifully designed platform where you can browse through hundreds of sim racing setups, filtering by price range, components, racing types, or peripheral categories. Want to see what equipment a...
Show more...
4 months ago
59 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
The Man Behind iRacing's Stewardship, 1000 Incidents Per Day?
From crafting homemade racing board games as a child to becoming iRacing's Chief Steward, Nim Cross's journey embodies the evolution of virtual motorsport itself. His passion transformed early digital racing games into the sophisticated platform that professional drivers now use for training. The conversation reveals the fascinating origins of iRacing's philosophy. When Nim Cross created his own NASCAR league in the early 2000s, he broke new ground by incorporating real-world racing dynamics...
Show more...
4 months ago
1 hour 27 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
The New King of Dashboards, Made by Professionals and Real Life Drivers
What happens when a team of passionate sim racers gets tired of cobbling together multiple systems to control their rigs? Daniel Newman Racing's new Endurance Dashboard represents a breakthrough approach that integrates LEDs, displays, and controls into a unified ecosystem that makes your entire rig come alive. Developed alongside professional GT3 racer Daniel Morad, the Endurance Dashboard isn't just another information display – it's a carefully crafted UI that presents data in a way that'...
Show more...
4 months ago
1 hour 26 minutes

The Chicane Podcast
Two minutes of repair can change your whole 24-hour race plan. We kick off with a gritty Monza debrief: late to qualifying, a sausage curb roll that tagged the engine, triple stints through the night, and the math of half-tenths adding up until an hour later you’re on someone’s bumper. We explain how we stabilized, why consistency beat heroics, what team iRating and safety looked like, and how we’re carrying those lessons into Daytona. From there, we pivot to gear news that actually matters....