Question on controllers

[Alexey85]

Hello,
I haven't tried this game yet, so here is the question below.
I have a steering wheel, but not a dedicated rig for racing sims, so it became too much of a hassle to mount and dismount the wheel from the table. I know in some racing sims playing with a keyboard is plain rediculous, but this game is an arcade and it might differ a lot in that regard, so do you think it is worth to get a controller for this game or you can be competitive with a keyboard with guys who use suitable controllers? The most I can deal with now is a compact controller that I can easily leave aside at the table after the game, so that it would not interfere. If a controller makes significant difference, could you recomment one because I know nothing about this. Finally, it would be good to know whether this game supports steering wheels, just in case.
Thanks!

[Omnixor]

playing TM with steering wheel most be one of the most ridiculous things ever you can be good at keyboard, but a bit better on gamepad.

[Keras]

I can`t tell you anything about steering wheels but usually it is easier to be fast by using a gamepad than by using a keyboard. You can be just as fast with a keyboard but it requires more training or talent ^^
In Canyon there is no big difference but in other and possibly in future environments it can be quite big (depending on the handling of the car).

[firstdriver]

Go for the gamepad/controller. My game in TM has improved no end since using one. I personally use a Sony Ps1/2 controller with a Ps1/2 to USB converter. Its a strong reliable gamepad but I hear players using the Xbox controller to great effect.
Two bits of advice tho ..

1. Don't use a cheap,flimsy gamepad. TM is tough on pads and cheapies break easy.

2. Don't allocate your Quit/Retire or Respawn to a gamepad button, keep it on the keyboard where you won't accidently hit it.

Hope this helps

[MaxxB1ade]

The Saitek P2500 (or 2600) is really good, I have both and from experience they are pretty indestructible. They have analog sticks if you prefer from d-pad (which they have also) Also really easy to open up and clean should you decide to wash it in a soft drink

[tcq]

You can be fast independent of your gaming device. I know players that drove very good with a wheel on canyon and I know players that switched to KB (after being very good on other environments with a wheel).
For myself, I'm switching between a joystick and a KB at the moment, depending on track style But maybe I'll be joystick only again in the future, if the new environments are more sensitive than canyon.

[Omnixor]

you really meant joystick?

[riolu]

Yep, Joysticks rule, and I also play with a Joystick since almost a year now..a really nice experience