Michael Shin Review
" My Formula Pro simulator is an essential part of my race training "
My Formula Pro simulator is an essential part of my race training, helping me stay sharp during the off season and optimise my line and practice strategies during the race season. The attention to detail and quality of the simulator make it the best for driver development.
Michael Shin, Formula 3 Racing Driver.
Michael Shin x Cool Performance
Michael Shin uses the Cool Performance Formula Pro F1 simulator as part of his driver development as a Formula 3 driver, to stay sharp during the off season and optimise his lines and practice strategies during the race season. After competing in European and Asian karting championships, Michael moved through British F4, GB3 and Formula Regional before stepping up to Formula 3.
Formula Pro F1 Simulator: Michael Shin's Racing Simulator
Michael trains on the Formula Pro, the same simulator spec used by 10 F1 drivers including Lando Norris and Kimi Antonelli.
Formula Pro F1 Simulator Full Spec
Chassis/Cockpit:
Cool Performance Formula Pro. Aluminium zero flex cockpit that features adjustability for seating, wheel base and pedal position to accurately replicate the driving position of any formula car. Read the full cockpit breakdown.
Wheel Base:
Cool Performance custom tuned Leo Bodnar SimSteering 2 (26nm). Bespoke CP-S software modelling.
Steering Wheel:
CP-S Formula steering wheel - carbon fibre replica formula wheel.
Pedals:
Bespoke CP-S Hydraulic Pedal system (up to 200kg pressure) featuring a racing cylinder, CP-S calliper and an electronic adjustable pedal base.
Seat:
CP-S Formula seat - replica formula seat. Check out our guide to our Formula seating position.
Displays:
3x 4k, 240Hz, 1ms response monitors.
Motion/Haptics:
CP-S Haptics
PC:
Cool Performance supplied high-end water-cooled gaming PC (NVIDIA RTX 5080/Intel i9) with 1ms lag.
Software:
Cool Performance custom racing simulation software modelling for all professional titles.
Sound:
Bose surround sound.
More Information About Michael's Sim
The Formula Pro F1 simulator features a response time of 1ms. All CP-S components are built in house at Cool Performance HQ. The Formula Pro by Cool Performance has been developed by years of research and development by ex professional drivers Oliver Norris and Adrian Quaife-Hobbs, and used by 10 F1 drivers. It's been crucial in the development 10 F1 drivers careers, many of them having used it well before getting to F1. The Formula Pro F1 Sim is also used by hundreds of enthusiasts around the world, who want the most realistic F1 sim racing experience, with countless options and bespoke aesthetic customisation.
Career Results
| Races | Wins | Poles | Podiums | Points | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 29th |
| 30 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 87 | 11th |
| 15 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 35 | 14th |
| 21 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 144 | 18th |
| 6 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 32nd |
| 15 | 1 | 0 | 5 | 245 | 4th |
| 12 | 2 | 1 | 6 | 187 | 6th |
| 15 | 0 | 0 | 2 | 197 | 8th |
| 24 | 4 | 0 | 12 | 317 | 3rd |
| 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 40 | 24th |
| 19 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 33rd |
Featured Articles
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Installed by Our Founders
Every Cool Performance simulator is hand-built in the UK. Michael Shin's simulator was installed by founder and CEO Oliver Norris and Head of Simulator Development and Manufacturing Adrian Quaife-Hobbs, a former F1 test driver.
FAQs
What simulator does Michael Shin use?
Michael Shin uses a Cool Performance Formula Pro racing simulator, hand-built in the UK.
Can I buy the same simulator as Michael Shin?
Yes. The Formula Pro is available to order. You can spec it in our configurator, choosing the hardware, colour, seat and display, then send your build for a personal quote.
More questions?
Build times, worldwide delivery, installation, warranty and prices are all covered in our Racing Simulator FAQs.
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