Your racing seat determines two things: how consistent your trail braking feels and how long you can drive before your lower back gets sore. Advanced SimRacing offers both fixed-back fiberglass bucket seats and dual-locking recliners, all eligible for 5% off with code SIMRACINGNATION5.
Fixed-Back Stiffness vs Recliner Versatility
When you stomp on a 100 kg load-cell brake pedal, a fixed fiberglass shell like the Advanced Bucket Seat ($379.99 net) or the Advanced Premium Bucket Seat ($522.49 net) prevents your hips from pushing the backrest backward. Every ounce of leg force goes straight into the brake sensor.
If you share your rig or relax between races, the Advanced Premium Recliner Seat ($398.99 net) and Advanced Recliner Seat in Vinyl ($237.49 net) let you dial in your backrest angle in seconds using a side lever.
| ASR Seat Model | Shell Type | Mounting Brackets Needed | Net Price (Code SIMRACINGNATION5) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Advanced Recliner Seat (Vinyl) | Adjustable Recliner | Bottom Mount / Sliders Included | $237.49 (Save $12.50) |
| Advanced Bucket Seat | Fixed Fiberglass GT Shell | Side Brackets Included | $379.99 (Save $20.00) |
| Advanced Premium Recliner Seat | Heavy-Bolstered Recliner | Dual-Locking Sliders Included | $398.99 (Save $21.00) |
| Advanced Premium Bucket Seat | Multi-Density Memory Foam Shell | Pair with Side Brackets ($66.49 net) | $522.49 (Save $27.50) |
Final Verdict
- For Competitive Braking Consistency: Choose the Advanced Bucket Seat ($379.99 net) or Advanced Premium Bucket Seat ($522.49 net).
- For All-Day Endurance Comfort: Pick the Advanced Premium Recliner Seat ($398.99 net) and add Heavy-Duty Seat Sliders ($113.99 net).
Save 5% on Advanced SimRacing Hardware
Use partner discount code SIMRACINGNATION5 at checkout to save 5% on all cockpits, racing seats, monitor stands, and mounts in the official Advanced SimRacing collection.