Balboa Racing builds the iStart, a compact electronic race-start controller that coordinates countdowns, flags, and horn signals for sailing competitions. Based in Mamaroneck, the company offers versions ranging from a professional unit with attached air horns to a controller that connects to a vessel’s existing horn. Balboa Racing also refurbishes older iStart units, replacing worn components when the circuit board and case remain serviceable.
Hill Sim WorksHill Sim Works makes compact sim-racing components, led by its HSW-S1 button box, which the company describes as the world’s smallest. Built around affordable upgrades for racing rigs, the shop also develops Sim Hub-integrated dashboard displays such as the HSW-SDS1. Its products are made to order, with custom stickers available for the button box and a quality guarantee covering print errors or visible defects.SANTA MONICA, CA
Allen Boat CompanyAllen Boat Company builds International Lightning Class sailboats and provides new builds, replacement parts, performance upgrades, and restoration services for sailing boats. It also performs fiberglass and gelcoat repairs and offers engineering and design services for small to medium custom projects.BUFFALO, NY
Hindley Electronics, IncSince 1980, Hindley Electronics has manufactured replacement electronic controls and parts for construction equipment, with a particular focus on mobile elevating work platforms and aerial lifts. Based in Bowling Green, Ohio, the company also repairs and rebuilds controllers and develops custom control solutions for equipment manufacturers and end users. Its parts and repairs carry a one-year warranty, and its warehouse stocks thousands of cross-referenced components.BOWLING GREEN, OH
ONE3 SpeedONE3 Speed grew from owner Chris Papa’s search for a better way to manage car controls in iRacing and now designs and builds sim-racing gear, including button boxes made specifically for the racing simulator. Its button boxes are laid out for touch-friendly use, require no software, and can be programmed directly in iRacing, reflecting the company’s roots in practical problem-solving by sim racers themselves. The company has also been creating sim-racing paint schemes since 1999.