Experience the adrenaline rush of professional racing with the world's first-hand control system designed specifically for adaptive drivers. No compromises. No limitations. Just pure racing.
AUTHENTIC RACING EXPERIENCE
The Just Hands GripShift by Veigel is the exact model used in adaptive race cars. The controls connect manually to the throttle and brake, giving drivers real-time feedback just like on the track.
GripShift Features
Wheel Attachments
Veigel Soft Knob Grip
COMFORT MEETS CONTROL
The Veigel Soft Knob Grip features premium high-density foam that actively responds to your racing environment. It stays cooler to the touch during those heated summer sessions and offers a warmer grip during winter months, ensuring consistent comfort regardless of ambient temperature.
Tri-Pin Grip
PRECISION CONTROL WITHOUT COMPROMISE
Developed and tested by adaptive motorsport professionals, our Tri-Pin Grip doesn't just compensate—it enhances your connection to the car. The innovative three-pin configuration locks your hand and wrist securely in place, giving you unwavering control through high-speed corners and technical sections.
the Mind Behind Your New Racing Edge
TORSTEN GROSS
The GripShift wasn't designed in a lab—it was forged on the track. C6 quadriplegic Torsten Gross has earned podium finishes in SCCA, International GT, and World Racing League events using hand controls. Now, those same innovations that put him on real-world podiums are engineered for your simulator. This isn't theoretical—it's battle-tested by a racer who refuses to let physics write his story.
Join Torsten as he dives into his sim rig, detailing every part and sharing why each piece made the cut for his ultimate racing setup
OUR RECOMMENDED SETUP
We use the products below when developing the GripShift. To ensure it works perfectly, we suggest the Heusinkveld Pedals (Ultimate+ and Sprint varieties) and the Next Level f-GT Elite Lite racing sim chassis. While we are working to make our hand controls compatible with a broader range of products, these are the only ones we are 100% sure they work with.
Chassis
Next Level Racing F-GTE Lite Racing Simulator Cockpit
Built from durable 80/20 aluminum extrusion, this chassis remains rock-solid during intense racing maneuvers. Its exceptional stability and adjustability make it perfect for mounting hand controls exactly where you need them.
Pedals
Heusinkveld Sim Pedals Ultimate+
Why include pedals for hand controls? Because feedback is everything. These precision-engineered pedals deliver essential feedback for both brake and gas, helping you feel every nuance of your car's performance—just like on a real track.
Additional Components
The following components are not tied to the GripShift. We included these to make your sim buying experience easier. However, if you have other products you like more, that is ok!
Steering Wheel
OMP RS-350 Steering Wheel
We chose this wheel for its authentic racing profile and compatibility with tri-pin or spinner knob adaptations. No gaming buttons to worry about—your hands will be busy with the GripShift controls.
Button Box
iRacing Button Box
When racing with hand controls, you need your critical functions within easy reach. This customizable button box can be positioned perfectly for quick access to essential commands, even when wearing VR headsets.
Most sim equipment available for adaptive drivers doesn't accurately replicate real race car controls. The GripShift bridges this gap, allowing adaptive drivers to train effectively at home with controls that translate directly to their track experience.
Adaptive race car driver Torsten Gross of Just Hands Motorsports partnered with Mobility Innovations and Veigel to adapt his real race car hand controls for sim racing, creating a true 1:1 racing experience.
This is the first sim rig to replicate an adaptive race car experience with the exact same controls used on the track:
- Right-hand grip shifter integrated into professional Veigel Classic hand controls
- Manual gas and brake input connected to high-end sim pedals for realistic feedback
- Fully customizable button commander
- Custom mountings for tri-pin or spinner knob steering input
As a C6 quadriplegic, Torsten lacks finger dexterity. The tri-pin locks in his wrist to allow consistent grip without letting go. For drivers with grip strength (e.g., paraplegics), a spinner knob is also an option. Using either ensures constant control—no palming of the wheel, which can be unsafe.
- Downshift during braking via the top-mounted button
- Upshift during acceleration via the side button
- Five programmable buttons for pit limiter, radio, and other essential functions
- Turn the handle for gas. Push the handle for brake.
Absolutely. The custom control interface connects via a single USB cable. iRacing automatically detects the input devices, allowing you to assign functions by simply pressing the desired button.
Feedback is everything in racing. Though adaptive drivers may not use their feet, the pedals provide crucial resistance that simulates real-world braking and throttle feel. This enhanced realism makes the rig ideal for developing authentic driving techniques that translate directly to the track.
Yes! The rig is designed for universal use, making it perfect for teams with both adaptive and able-bodied drivers.
Right-hand controls offer several advantages:
- Better ergonomics and reduced fatigue during extended sessions
- Enhanced over-the-shoulder visibility for race awareness
- Natural resting position on the door sill during straights
- More intuitive positioning for throttle and shifter control
