
Built By Drivers, For Drivers.
Podium 1 Racing was founded by racing enthusiasts who wanted a better simulator experience than what was currently available on the market. We saw too many options offering limited performance at premium prices, and we believed there was a better way to build high-quality racing simulators that deliver true value.
Our journey began the same way many drivers discover sim racing. As track season came to an end, our group of friends began racing online to keep the competition going. Platforms like iRacing quickly proved that the adrenaline, focus, and intensity of racing could translate remarkably well into the simulator world. What started as a way to stay competitive in the off-season quickly turned into a deeper passion for sim racing.
Recognizing the potential of modern simulation technology, we set out to build systems that replicate the feeling of real racing as closely as possible. Leveraging our experience from other businesses, we developed direct relationships with leading manufacturers and brands in the industry to source the best components available.
At Podium 1 Racing, our goal is simple: build and deliver racing simulators that provide an authentic, immersive experience. Every system we offer is carefully selected and configured to meet the standards we expect for ourselves—because if we wouldn’t race on it, we wouldn’t sell it.

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STEVE PALADINO || CO-FOUNDER || CEO
SIM RIG
Trakracer TR160 • Triple 34" AOC Monitors • Fanatec DD2 • Cube Controls CSX3 Wheel • HEUSINKVELD Ultimate Pedals • RECARO Pro Sim Star • Streamdeck • MSI AEGIS RTX 3090 • Buttkicker • VNM Shifter w/E-brake • ASUS Bezel Kit
@Kemora.R8
CHANDLER WELLING || CO-FOUNDER || PRESIDENT
SIM RIG
Trakracer TR120 • Triple 34" AOC Monitors • Simucube Pro 2 • Cube Controls CSX3 Wheel • Asetek Invicta Pedals • RECARO Pro Sim Star • Streamdeck • MSI AEGIS RTX 3080
@Chandlerwelling
WADE KLOEBLEN || DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS
SIM RIG
Currently ripping on the P1 Demo unit we have in the studio or testing custom turnkeys before they are shipped out.
@wadezshotsSales
If you've been on a call to learn about Podium 1, our products and sim racing, chances are you are working with one of these crew members.

KATHY GUTIERREZ - SALES MANAGER
SIM RIG
Found recently testing out our new up and coming rig - Stay tuned!
@kath_gutierrez_LEADS
Team Leads that oversee specific areas to the Podium 1 build process.

IAN "IGGY" ROBINSON - TECH LEAD
SIM RIG
ASR4 Chassis • Tripple 32" Samsung G5 • Simucube Sport 2 • Cube Controls GT Pro Wheel • Heusinkveld Ultimates • RECARO Pro Sim Star • Streamdeck • MSI RTX 4070Ti
@iggyrobinson_
TREY KREID - PRODUCTION
SIM RIG
Like the rest of the team, when not building out custom rigs, you can find Trey on our P1 and P1 Ultimate systems learning sim racing and the different circuits.
@trey.kreid
JAKE CASTON - WAREHOUSE LEAD
SIM RIG
When not leading the warehouse crew, you can find Jake on our P1 and P1 Ultimate systems learning sim racing and the different circuits.
Production
The hands-on team members that make all the magic happen. This team carefully hand builds and configures every single sim that ships from Podium 1. From chassis, monitor stands, D-box, peripherals and more, if it's on the system, these are the ones who put it there and made sure it meets our standards.

NATHANIEL THORPE - PRODUCTION
SIM RIG
Currently ripping on the P1 Demo unit we have in the studio.
@nattybumppo99
DREW LESUEUR - PRODUCTION
SIM RIG
Currently ripping on the P1 Demo unit we have in the studio.
@mtreedrew
