I just ordered X-Gold, myself. I'd kind of like to try X:BTF and X-T before X2 is released, just to be prepared.
Of Related Interest:
Any of you playing Privateer one last time in preparation for Freelancer?
D@tD:
You nailed it! I became a HOTAS geek the instant I got my hands on a Thrustmaster FCS Mark I (no springs). It's all I've ever used and still working after 7 years. The first time I flew it I thought to myself, "I'll never go back!"
Quote: "If you don't replace the springs it'll last longer."
-- Thrustmaster Technical Support