Rubén Bolaños' simulator: The key setup to become a TOP simracer

At Simufy we love drift, and when it comes to national and international benchmarks, Rubén Bolaños is one of the essential names. Born in Barcelona in 1990, Rubén has been one of the main drivers of drift in Spain, bringing this spectacular discipline to the major stages of European motorsport.

He has represented our country in the FIA Motorsport Games and regularly competes in the prestigious Drift Masters European Championship, facing off against the best drivers on the continent. Furthermore, he shares his passion as a content creator, bringing his community the daily life of a professional driver: training, motorsport culture, and, of course, Rubén Bolaños' driving simulator which has transformed his preparation for every competition.

Why this simulator setup?

For Rubén, a simulator is not just another accessory: it is a professional training tool. His objective was clear: to create a setup that faithfully replicated the sensations of La Bicha, his emblematic competition car.

He wasn't just looking for power, but precision, ergonomics, and realism. Thanks to this customized configuration, he can train on real tracks like Jarama or Mondello Park, fine-tuning every drift and every angle with absolute fidelity. The result: a high-level simulator, designed to maximize his performance on the track.

Rubén Bolaños' simulator components

Every part of the setup has been chosen with a clear purpose: to simulate the professional drift driving experience down to the millimeter.

Base and Wheel: Asetek SimSports Forte™

Rubén trusts the Asetek Direct Drive Forte™ Base along with the GT Forte Wheel with the Round Comfort+ rim, a combo that offers direct, powerful, and lag-free response. Ideal for transmitting every millimeter of slide with maximum fidelity.

Shifter and Handbrake: SG Racing, absolute realism

Precision is key in drift. Rubén uses the SG Racing Shifter + Handbrake Combo, mounted with a specific bracket from the bundle itself on the TREQ Accessories Structure, which guarantees solidity and exact positioning.

Cockpit and Seat: total stability with TREQ + Simufy

His simulator is mounted on a TREQ ACE V3 Cockpit, known for its firmness and modularity. The Simufy SIM07 Bucket Seat, mounted on a Simufy Seat Bracket with a slider, replicates the exact position Rubén uses in his real car.

Pedals: Heusinkveld Sprint, professional precision

The Heusinkveld Sprint pedals (accelerator, brake, and clutch) offer a hyper-realistic response thanks to their professional construction. They are mounted on their own Pedal Plate, allowing for fine-tuning in each session.

Advanced accessories that make a difference

Rubén has included a series of add-ons that take the experience to the next level:

• SimFlag PRO: visual gear indication during races without distracting from the track.
• Wings Pro X: dynamic feedback on controls and RPM for greater realism.
  

What does Rubén think of the simulator?

In the reel we shared on Instagram, Rubén defines it straightforwardly:

“This is no longer just any simulator; this is a professional, high-level simulator. It's set up exactly like La Bicha; there's hardly any difference in sensations.”

Every component, every adjustment, and every detail is designed so that Rubén can train from home as if he were on the track. A fidelity that translates into real results.

Do you want Rubén Bolaños' simulator in your home?

If you're thinking of buying a complete simulator, you can now have exactly the same setup as Rubén. At Simufy, you'll find Rubén Bolaños' complete setup, as well as each product separately: Direct Drive bases, wheels, pedals, cockpits, seats, handbrakes, and all the accessories you need to experience simracing at a professional level.

If you're thinking of taking your simulator to the next level, check out our website. You might not have a Bicha in your garage... but you can feel like you're in one every time you get behind the wheel 🏁

Haven't you seen his setup yet?

🎬 This is no longer just any simulator…
Rubén Bolaños tries it for the first time and states clearly:
“It’s set up exactly like La Bicha”
💥 Hit play and discover what makes this simulator unique.
➡️ Watch the full video on YouTube