My name is Michael “Mick” Carter, and I’m a dedicated sim racing enthusiast with a deep love for motorsport. I first discovered sim racing in 2015 when a friend introduced me to a Logitech G27 and Assetto Corsa—an experience that immediately hooked me. Since then, I’ve gone from basic gear to advanced direct drive setups, VR headsets, and custom racing rigs, constantly refining my driving technique and equipment.
I mainly race in iRacing, ACC, and rFactor 2, focusing on GT3 endurance and open-wheel events. I’m not a professional driver—I’m simply someone who enjoys the craft of racing: learning car behavior, improving lap times, and battling for position with respect and skill.
I share what I’ve learned so others can build setups they enjoy and grow their own passion for sim racing. For me, the joy is in improving, one race at a time.
Owner at SimRacingCockpits.ComBest Sim Racing Shoes — The Ones I Actually Use (and What Everyone Said When They Tried Them) I didn’t think sim racing shoes would make a difference at first. I used to race in socks or whatever sneakers were nearby. But when I upgraded to load-cell and hydraulic pedals, I started noticing something: the … Read more
What is Sim Racing — an approachable guide I’ve been captivated by sim racing for years: it’s where videogame driving and real-world motorsport meet. Sim racing (short for “simulated racing”) is a hobby and competitive discipline that uses software, dedicated hardware, and often specially built rigs to recreate the experience of driving race cars. It … Read more
Best Sim Racing Pedals — My Hands-On Tests, Reviews, and What My Friends Said I’ve tested dozens of sim racing pedal sets over the years — from basic plastic ones that flex under braking, to professional-grade hydraulic monsters that feel like stepping on a real brake system. If you’re serious about improving lap times or … Read more
Asetek Sim Racing — My Real-World Hands-On Experience (and What My Friends Think Too) I’ve spent countless hours behind different sim racing setups — from DIY aluminum rigs to high-end, turnkey systems. But the one that caught my attention most recently is Asetek Sim Racing. Known for precision engineering and Scandinavian design, Asetek has brought … Read more
Can You Make Money from Sim Racing? Earnings Explained Sim racing has grown from a passionate hobby into a legitimate career path for many drivers. As the esports industry expands and racing simulators become more advanced, professional sim racers can now earn substantial incomes through competitions, sponsorships, and content creation. But how much do sim … Read more
Sim Racing Setup: Guides for Beginners Sim racing has transformed from a casual gaming hobby into a full-fledged motorsport simulation experience. Whether you’re a beginner looking to build your first racing setup or aiming to upgrade your current one, understanding how each component works together is key. In this guide, we’ll walk you through everything … Read more
Best Sim Racing Wheels: Why I wrote this guide (and why I race with a real wheel) I’ve spent years switching between gamepads, budget wheels and full direct-drive setups — and I write from the perspective of someone who learned that the right wheel changes not only immersion but lap times. This guide explains what … Read more
Best VR Headset for Sim Racing — my hands-on guide (and the cockpits I pair them with) I’ve been living in sim rigs and VR for years now. In this piece I’ll walk you through what makes a VR headset great for sim racing, my recommended headsets for different budgets and goals, a short buying … Read more