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Introduction

The recently popular yoke steering wheel is also available for low grip. And recently some have recommended low grip.

Therefore, on this site, we will propose how to handle low grip style based on the results of analyzing the steering grips of various people. And we will introduce "Low Grip Steering" and "Baton Steering" that make it possible under the brand name "OTEDAMA".

"Low grip" here means a grip in a low position. If the conventional grip position is the "normal grip position", the grip at a lower steering position is called the "low grip position". In addition, the steering that has a shape that makes it easy to perform low grip is called "low grip steering".

Origin of "OTEDAMA"

• The name "OTEDAMA" is named after the traditional Japanese game that looks like a beanbag that is lifted up with the snap force of the wrist.
• One "OTEDAMA" is just the right size to wrap it in the palm of your hand. Similarly, the convex grip part of steering "OTEDAMA" is just the right size to wrap it in the palm of your hand.

Various types of steering with low grip

Various types of low grip steering (1 - 6) and Baton Type Steering and their grip position

1. York type          (Not handled)
2. Racing type       OTEDAMA OTLG-01
3. D type              OTEDAMA OTLG-02
4. New low grip type     OTEDAMA OTLG-03
5. OTEDAMA type      OTEDAMA ST-1, OTEDAMA OT-1, OTEDAMA OT-H1
6. Futuristic type      Inverted U-shaped steering
7. Futuristic type      Baton type steering

Low grip steering wheel

"OTEDAMA OTLG-01"
• Low grip steering wheel that doubles as a grip in the normal position.
• Racing steering wheel
• Equipped with several heat resistant function switches and wires including horn button.
• Detachable OTEDAMA super emblem included.
• Material: pu plastic new material.
• Size : 310mm
• Price (Comming soon)

"OTEDAMA OTLG-02"
• Low grip steering wheel that doubles as a grip in the normal position.
• Racing game steering whlle
• D Tyepe drift steering
• Material: Microfiber leather (3rd generation artificial leather)
• Size : 320mm
• Price : $ 70.00　Amazon

"OTEDAMA OTLG-03"
• Low grip steering that doubles as a grip in the normal position.
• Racing game steering.
• Wide forward field of view.
• Material: Microfiber leather (3rd generation artificial leather)
• The grip top and God Emblem are made of nice to the touch TPU material by a super 3D printer.
• A "new era control method" similar to the yoke type and baton type is possible. example
• THIS IS NOT A YOKED STEERING
• THIS IS A SHAPE PATENTED PRODUCT.
• The grip top and god emblem are made of TPU material by a Super 3D Printer.
• Size : 320mm
• Price : $ 160.00　Amazon

OTEDAMA Steering Wheel
(OTEDAMA ST-1 Comming soon)

Feautures
1. When you select this "OTEDAMA", you can perform delicate steering control of a larger rotation range even if you keep holding the steering wheel without changing hands.
2. The palm of your hand will be caught on the convex grip with moderate force, which will enable faster, more reliable and bold steering control.
3. You can always see at a glance which rotation position the wheel is in.
4. Just as there are various ways to play and techniques for "OTEDAMA", the method of using the convex grip part, which is a feature of this "OTEDAMA type steering wheel", not only grips but also functions as a stopper.

The photo shows the steering wheel "OTEDAMA" with a grip attachment attached to a commercially available steering wheel.

How to use "OTEDAMA ST-1"

To achieve the above, we offer a steering wheel "OTEDAMA" with a downwardly convex grip. As a basic example, when turning to the left, you only need to gently attach your left hand to the grip, and you mainly use your right hand, and start turning the steering wheel while hooking the palm of your right hand on the grip.

Steering grip attachment

"OTEDAMA OT-1" (For general automobiles)
It is a one-pair attachment on the left and right that becomes a "OTEDAMA type steering wheel" when attached to the steering wheel of a general car. A special adhesive is used for the mounting adhesive, so it can be removed cleanly.

Corresponding type : General automobiles
Wheel diameter : 35cm ±3cm
Cross section size　:　32mm X 27mm (±4mm X ±4mm)
Price　:　Amazon $ 60.


"OTEDAMA OT-H1"(For Steering controllers)
It is a one-pair grip attachment on the left and right that becomes a "OTEDAMA type steering" when attached to the steering controller. A special adhesive is used for the mounting adhesive, so it can be removed cleanly.

Corresponding type : Steering controllers　G26 G27 G29 T-300 etc.
Wheel diameter : 28cm ±3cm
Cross section size : 35mm X 27mm　(±4mm X ±4mm)
Price　:　Amazon $ 60.

Futuristic steering

1. This product is not for sale.
2. This product has not yet been commercialized.
3. No one has developed this product yet.
4. However, we have this product shape patent.
5. If you are interested in the prototype development of a steering wheel shape patent that can be used in future cars, please contact us using this mail form.

These specially shaped steering could also be applied to tanks.

"Inverted U-shaped steering"
A steering wheel with teardrop-shaped grips on the left and right ends of the spokes that look like an inverted U when the vehicle is going straight.



"Baton steering"
A steering wheel with spherical grips on both ends of spokes that extend left and right when the vehicle is traveling straight.