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Drawing on June 1st, 2024
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Price$29.95
Media TypeTrick, Online Instructions, Gimmick(s)
CategoryClose Up, Mentalism
Date AddedApr 11, 2023

FLIP OUT

Joel Dickinson

(Based on 1 review)
Read their mind, predict their actions and reveal how you influenced them!

"Flip Out is the ultimate packet trick. It is innovative and will last a lifetime."

Includes props that will last a lifetime, pocket sized protector case & full HD video instructions.

Begin by placing a prediction on the table along with a cash wager; 'will you pick heads or tails'...

Your participant flips an imaginary coin in the air and they take a peek to see if it landed on heads or tails.. they are the only person to know what is has landed on!

Somehow, you are able to tell your spectator with absolute certainty if the coin landed on heads or tails. Then you reveal your prediction to show that you knew what they would flip BEFORE they made their decision.

You finish by distorting everybodies memory. When they look back at a written message it was never a question, it was a statement that influenced the entire outcome.

...And then your cash wager is opened up and it reveals exactly what they flipped again!

Comes with props that will fit in your pocket, your wallet or an envelope.

Ideal for professional & social environments, online, shows, close up and in a casual setting. It is so much fun to perform.

Zero Preparation needed and this effect does not even need to reset, it is that good!

Flip Out can be performed with a borrowed coin rather than an imaginary coin.

ZERO preparation is needed and this effect does not even need to reset, it is that good!

New methodology for the modern performer.

Reviews

Stephan Sloan

Official Reviewer

May 30, 2024

Overview

Flip Out by Joel Dickinson is an imaginary coin flip prediction effect that uses printed cards as the reveal. What Joel Dickinson has done is eliminate the sometimes difficult and somewhat confusing equivoque that is typically used in this type of routine and replaced it with multiple outs that can be justified by the performer. Although, this is a cute routine with attractive props, it is definitely not a show stopper. I cannot see any experienced mentalist wanting to perform this one over the hundreds of other options out there.

Effect

The performer takes out three cards and a $20 bill. He tells the participant he is going to predict without a shadow of a doubt what choice they are going to make. If he gets it wrong, they can keep the money. He takes an imaginary object out of his pocket and places it on their hand and asks what they think it is. Statistically, most people will say a coin but if they don’t they are led in that direction. The imaginary coin is then flipped and they imagine in their mind if it landed heads or tails. The performer then offers to demonstrate the difference between guessing and mind reading. He states the coin landed on tails. If he is correct he then proves he predicted it by displaying the cards to prove he was right. If he was wrong and it landed on heads, he uses the same cards to prove he knew it ahead of time.

Method

The method uses vague language and multiple outs. The cards are designed to be utilized in two different ways. This in itself is not a new principle and has been utilized in the mentalism world for eons. The scripting provided is integral to the outcome and some practice (although not much) is necessary to deliver the statements fluidly and with confidence. Like in the use of equivoque, the flawless delivery of the requisite statements is key to the success.

Product Quality

You are provided with four nicely designed cards. The cards have a vintage look to them being primarily printed in sepia tones, black and white. They are printed on heavy cardstock and have a very nice feel to them. The video link provided brings you to a page that appears to be part of an ongoing video instruction subscription because not only was there the instructional to Flip Out on there but another trick as well. The part that pertained to Flip Out was only about 10 minutes long which included a performance and explanation. I mentioned four cards before, the video never explained the use of one of the cards which makes me think that there was a purpose once before but since has been eliminated.

Ad Copy Integrity

As many creators do, Dickinson extolls the virtues of this “amazing” effect but in the end it is still just a 50/50 prediction. My final thought is that the asking price is a bit steep for four pieces of cardboard (of which you use only three) and an effect that has been rehashed dozens of times.
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