You seriously think of everything! I love how thorough your Rocketbook reviews are, you manage to answer all the questions I have before I even realise I have them.
Thanks! I’m glad to hear you find them thorough… I always try my best to answer the questions I would have, so I’m happy to hear you find that helpful 👍
I'm glad to hear you liked it Wayne! Ya, to make the most of your Rocketbook, it's best to mix it up a bit to match your needs 👍 Thanks for watching ✌️
@@JakeReevesVideo Hi Jake, Thanks for all these great RB videos; I'm new with RB use, and your info has really given me a great start! Two questions: 1. The coil on my RB Fusion has tightly bent ends, which is good. But I'm worried about breaking the coil; I have the new Panda Planner arriving today and plan to combine pages with it and the Fusion together. Do I need to worry about breaking the coil ends? 2. Do you plan to review the RB Panda Planner? Many thanks and a wonderful day to you!
Hi Mary, the coil breaking should be a concern. To help, I extended the coil away from the page a little, then took a lighter near it to soften it a little and it bent to a less tight position. Just be very careful not to burn yourself or to overheat the coil or the notebook. I will be reviewing the Panda Planner - hopefully next week. I've had it for a while now, but haven't had too much time to play with it yet.
@@JakeReevesVideo Hi Jake! I can see myself incinerating my RB -- will indeed be careful! Looking forward to your Panda review, as I learn so much from your reviews and how-to's. Thanks again for everything!
@@JakeReevesVideo Thanks Jake! That's pretty scary... I can envision myself bursting my Rocketbook into a royal inferno... Might try holding the coil end near a radiant heat source, or wrapping the end in think cloth and holding to a warm iron, and increasing temp in increments to see if I can soften it without holding it near actual flame. Will let you know what happens! At least they're be a back-up coil, in that both executive sizes -- Fusion and Panda -- have their own coil and I'll be combining into one book. I'll look forward to your Panda interview; I always learn from your videos! Thanks again for your help!
Really appreciate your reviews, tips and input and have gotten several ideas from your videos. I’m left handed so when my rt. handed daughter showed me her Rocketbook, I immediately began researching to see if a flip top was available and was delighted to find one, love the no palm interference. I use it daily and use it so much that I’m considering buying another to keep dedicated beside my computer because I use my first so much. It’s my favorite Christmas gift. :) Like you, I appreciate the compactness of the Flip as well as not needing a specialized pen. We already had several Frixion pens due to their eraseability. I can’t say enough how much I love my Rocketbook. I’m already contemplating the first template I’d like to make. I’ve subscribed to your channel for more tips, hints and tricks. Thanks for your input on such a great tool.
Thanks Paula! I’m glad you were able to find some of my videos helpful 👍 That’s really awesome to hear. Thanks for taking the time to let me know, and I hope you continue to enjoy your Flip experience ✌️ Maybe check out the Orbit as a top-bound alternative to the flip notebook… I’ve found I use it all the time around the office
The Flip might work too, and -- I'm still liking the magnetic fasteners on the Orbit. Palm interference is definitely a consideration. Anything so that I will use it more for notes, drawings, and doodles to help my attention span during meetings.
I like this Flip. I have the Flip mini. Please let me know when they have one of these in Graph Paper. I cannot even see those super fine dots on my mini.
Hey man, just a quick comment to say great video, and great channel. I'm probably going to purchase this, and will avail of the discount voucher. Thanks and subscribed.
Hey great vid! I’m looking at getting the rocketbook flip since I’m a lefty but am scared about the ink smudging. Do you think I should still pick one up? Also, are there any pens that you can use with this that have faster drying times? Thanks!
The ink smudging is a problem if your writing style causes you to drag your palm across the page after the ink is laid down - so it's worth being honest with yourself now about that and whether you think you'd be willing to change it. The time to smudge can be reduced by using thinner FriXion pen tips (see my recent video comparing the 0.7, 0.5 and 0.38mm tips), but not to a level that will stop the smudge from happening by a palm drag. Good luck with the decision and thanks for watching ✌️
I'm really attracted by the product, but as a leftie, I'm curious. Any left-handed user here? How does it fare with the ink drying time when writing? Any smudges as you try to keep up with writing notes from a meeting or class? Thanks a lot! I really like your videos :)
I’m not a leftie, but over the years I’ve heard that it really depends on your palm positioning. If you would get pencil marks on your hand normally, it probably won’t be great. The ink is very sensitive to smudging for the first 15s or so. If you do look at one, I would recommend the Pro, Orbit or Flip because they are least likely to cause palm interference with the binding. Beyond that, you could always try the free pages you print at home - those don’t require you to use a specific pen and it’s paper ✌️
I really don't like spiral notebooks because of palm interference. If I get the Everlast regular notebook, I will only use the pages on the right side (I am right handed), because I do like flipping the pages sideways. I will consider both options though, maybe for different purposes. Each has its pros and cons.
It may be worth taking a look at the Rocketbook Axis. It's still in design and will probably be a while before it's actually released to the public, but instead of a side coil it uses the same metallic magnetic cylindrical clasps as the Orbit, but on the side. Good luck with your decision 👍
What about smudging? With standard version you said you start writing on the left page. How did you solve this problem with flip version? I find your videos very helpful, thanks!
That's a compromise for sure. If you're taking a big note, it becomes an issue in the standard side-coiled books as well when you have to flip eventually. Unfortunately, I think waiting to flip a page is just the compromise we make with Rocketbooks... The best way I've found to avoid it so far has been to use the thin 0.5mm pens instead of the 0.7mm ones because they dry faster. Lately I've been taking mostly 1-pg notes, so it hasn't been an issue for me - but that's why I wanted to point out that you can't do the 2-page spread as easily with the Flip. If you write on the backside of one page to start, then move to the next page without completely turning the page over, it would be essentially the same as before - though the notebooks may not fit as easily on a desk that way.
Hi Jake, have you traid the Rocketbook with the Pilot Frixion Point? I think it writes with a 0.4 mm line...I don.t know if there is a thinner one. I like taking notes in normal paper with the Pilot G-Tec-C 4 which writes with a 0.27 mm line, and I was looking for the thinnest line I can write in the Rocketboot. Thanks for your videos!!!!
Check out my video on all the FriXion products you can use in Rocketbooks. I believe I use the point in that video and discuss it. If I recall correctly, I think it was very similar to the 0.5mm pens. Thanks for watching!
I wouldn't use anything but water. I know that the company says not to use alcohol, so I would avoid anything but water just to be safe. The page coating is delicate when it comes to cleaning chemicals.
Another excellent video Jake! I just received Rocketbook Executive Flip I purchased after watching your video and had a question on using a Pen Station with an Executive Flip. Do you personally use a Pen Station with your Flip and if so where did you place it? I have a Rocketbook Fusion in the Letter size and have my Pen Station on the right inside of the rear cover. I'm wondering if on the Flip it would be better on the bottom or a side. Curious to hear what you and others recommend.
Thanks! I do use a pen station with my flip. I placed it on the side opposite of my palm (left side because I'm right handed) so that it wouldn't be a hindrance to writing, but bottom would work too 👍 Thanks for watching ✌️
Excellent idea to put it on the left side! I too am right handed and could see how this would work well and give me more options than the bottom. Keep up the great work!
Hi Jake, I just came across your videos and I love your content. I am getting the Flip Executive size for Christmas and I want to start playing around with templates using the PDFs on RocketBook's website. Could you provide the dimensions of the dots for the executive Flip? Thank you in advance and I hope you stay safe and healthy!
Thanks Tyler, I'm very glad to hear that you like my content. Thanks for taking the time to let me know 👍 For the dot pattern in the Flip Executive, it is approximately 8mm from the leading edge of one full square of dots to the leading edge of the next full square of dots. I hope this helps!✌️
It should be 23 spaces tall and 17 spaces across - See this video I made about the Flip specifically where I show these numbers to make sure they are the ones you want (th-cam.com/video/TvHv1h-68S8/w-d-xo.html).
I have a whole video on all the different pens and markers from the FriXion line where I show comparisons that I think you'll find helpful 👍 Check out my Everything Rocketbook playlist ✌️
The website says infinite, but as with anything, it will depend on how you use it. I would suspect you can easily get a few years out of one notebook if you treat it well.
I'm glad you like the videos. I was concerned that a folio to carry the notebook would prevent you from turning the book over in addition to flipping a page. This is a restriction, but as it turns out Rocketbook has come out with a Folio to carry the notebook. I will reviewing it in the future, but you should know that, though you can flip the pages over sequentially, it does restrict you from writing on the backside of the page, as I was worried about. I hope this helps to clarify.
You seriously think of everything! I love how thorough your Rocketbook reviews are, you manage to answer all the questions I have before I even realise I have them.
Thanks! I’m glad to hear you find them thorough… I always try my best to answer the questions I would have, so I’m happy to hear you find that helpful 👍
Jake, please keep up the great content. Good work! I would love to see a quarantine/work at home tech under $50 or under $30 if possible.
Thanks, I'm glad you like my channel. And thank you for the suggestion! 👍
Thanks Jake! I just got received the Flip and will be trying it out. BTW, that was a cool idea about removing the coil and adjusting the pages!
I'm glad to hear you liked it Wayne! Ya, to make the most of your Rocketbook, it's best to mix it up a bit to match your needs 👍 Thanks for watching ✌️
@@JakeReevesVideo Hi Jake, Thanks for all these great RB videos; I'm new with RB use, and your info has really given me a great start! Two questions:
1. The coil on my RB Fusion has tightly bent ends, which is good. But I'm worried about breaking the coil; I have the new Panda Planner arriving today and plan to combine pages with it and the Fusion together. Do I need to worry about breaking the coil ends?
2. Do you plan to review the RB Panda Planner?
Many thanks and a wonderful day to you!
Hi Mary, the coil breaking should be a concern. To help, I extended the coil away from the page a little, then took a lighter near it to soften it a little and it bent to a less tight position. Just be very careful not to burn yourself or to overheat the coil or the notebook. I will be reviewing the Panda Planner - hopefully next week. I've had it for a while now, but haven't had too much time to play with it yet.
@@JakeReevesVideo Hi Jake! I can see myself incinerating my RB -- will indeed be careful! Looking forward to your Panda review, as I learn so much from your reviews and how-to's. Thanks again for everything!
@@JakeReevesVideo Thanks Jake! That's pretty scary... I can envision myself bursting my Rocketbook into a royal inferno... Might try holding the coil end near a radiant heat source, or wrapping the end in think cloth and holding to a warm iron, and increasing temp in increments to see if I can soften it without holding it near actual flame. Will let you know what happens! At least they're be a back-up coil, in that both executive sizes -- Fusion and Panda -- have their own coil and I'll be combining into one book.
I'll look forward to your Panda interview; I always learn from your videos! Thanks again for your help!
Really appreciate your reviews, tips and input and have gotten several ideas from your videos. I’m left handed so when my rt. handed daughter showed me her Rocketbook, I immediately began researching to see if a flip top was available and was delighted to find one, love the no palm interference. I use it daily and use it so much that I’m considering buying another to keep dedicated beside my computer because I use my first so much. It’s my favorite Christmas gift. :) Like you, I appreciate the compactness of the Flip as well as not needing a specialized pen. We already had several Frixion pens due to their eraseability. I can’t say enough how much I love my Rocketbook. I’m already contemplating the first template I’d like to make. I’ve subscribed to your channel for more tips, hints and tricks. Thanks for your input on such a great tool.
Thanks Paula! I’m glad you were able to find some of my videos helpful 👍 That’s really awesome to hear. Thanks for taking the time to let me know, and I hope you continue to enjoy your Flip experience ✌️ Maybe check out the Orbit as a top-bound alternative to the flip notebook… I’ve found I use it all the time around the office
Yes, I have all versions of Rocketbook...Flip is the best and seems the pages are better formulated
Agreed. I’m surprised the company hasn’t advertised them more...
When you erased the notebook within the notebook... Mind blown 🤔😳 great visuals man
Hahaha 👍 Thanks ✌️ I'm glad you liked it
The Flip might work too, and -- I'm still liking the magnetic fasteners on the Orbit.
Palm interference is definitely a consideration. Anything so that I will use it more for notes, drawings, and doodles to help my attention span during meetings.
Both are excellent options 👌
Thank you for all the helpful videos!.
You’re very welcome! I’m glad you’ve found them helpful 👍
Love my RB Flip ~ Love it !
I like this Flip. I have the Flip mini. Please let me know when they have one of these in Graph Paper. I cannot even see those super fine dots on my mini.
Excellent review. Thanks for your work
Thanks! 👍 I'm glad you enjoyed it ✌️
I turn my flip book 90 degrees and use it accordingly - like upper half of a full size notebook.
Hey man, just a quick comment to say great video, and great channel. I'm probably going to purchase this, and will avail of the discount voucher. Thanks and subscribed.
Thanks 👍 I'm glad you like my content and that it helped you male a decision. It's a great Rocketbook ✌
Hey great vid! I’m looking at getting the rocketbook flip since I’m a lefty but am scared about the ink smudging. Do you think I should still pick one up? Also, are there any pens that you can use with this that have faster drying times? Thanks!
The ink smudging is a problem if your writing style causes you to drag your palm across the page after the ink is laid down - so it's worth being honest with yourself now about that and whether you think you'd be willing to change it. The time to smudge can be reduced by using thinner FriXion pen tips (see my recent video comparing the 0.7, 0.5 and 0.38mm tips), but not to a level that will stop the smudge from happening by a palm drag. Good luck with the decision and thanks for watching ✌️
@@JakeReevesVideo thanks for responding to my comment! Have a good one!
No problem 👍 You too
I'm really attracted by the product, but as a leftie, I'm curious. Any left-handed user here? How does it fare with the ink drying time when writing? Any smudges as you try to keep up with writing notes from a meeting or class? Thanks a lot! I really like your videos :)
I’m not a leftie, but over the years I’ve heard that it really depends on your palm positioning. If you would get pencil marks on your hand normally, it probably won’t be great. The ink is very sensitive to smudging for the first 15s or so. If you do look at one, I would recommend the Pro, Orbit or Flip because they are least likely to cause palm interference with the binding. Beyond that, you could always try the free pages you print at home - those don’t require you to use a specific pen and it’s paper ✌️
I really don't like spiral notebooks because of palm interference. If I get the Everlast regular notebook, I will only use the pages on the right side (I am right handed), because I do like flipping the pages sideways. I will consider both options though, maybe for different purposes. Each has its pros and cons.
It may be worth taking a look at the Rocketbook Axis. It's still in design and will probably be a while before it's actually released to the public, but instead of a side coil it uses the same metallic magnetic cylindrical clasps as the Orbit, but on the side. Good luck with your decision 👍
excellent review!
Thanks Amanda! ✌️
Great idea to remove the coil and “flip” some pages around. Thx
Haha, thanks Tony, I'm glad you liked that one 👍 Thanks for watching ✌️
What about smudging? With standard version you said you start writing on the left page. How did you solve this problem with flip version? I find your videos very helpful, thanks!
That's a compromise for sure. If you're taking a big note, it becomes an issue in the standard side-coiled books as well when you have to flip eventually. Unfortunately, I think waiting to flip a page is just the compromise we make with Rocketbooks... The best way I've found to avoid it so far has been to use the thin 0.5mm pens instead of the 0.7mm ones because they dry faster. Lately I've been taking mostly 1-pg notes, so it hasn't been an issue for me - but that's why I wanted to point out that you can't do the 2-page spread as easily with the Flip. If you write on the backside of one page to start, then move to the next page without completely turning the page over, it would be essentially the same as before - though the notebooks may not fit as easily on a desk that way.
@@JakeReevesVideo thank you once more, I really want to buy it as I make a lot of notes but I still can't decided which one I need.
Hi Jake, have you traid the Rocketbook with the Pilot Frixion Point? I think it writes with a 0.4 mm line...I don.t know if there is a thinner one. I like taking notes in normal paper with the Pilot G-Tec-C 4 which writes with a 0.27 mm line, and I was looking for the thinnest line I can write in the Rocketboot. Thanks for your videos!!!!
Check out my video on all the FriXion products you can use in Rocketbooks. I believe I use the point in that video and discuss it. If I recall correctly, I think it was very similar to the 0.5mm pens. Thanks for watching!
@@JakeReevesVideo thanks! 😊
Can you erase the ink with a wet wipe (like baby wipe or wet paper towel) ?
I wouldn't use anything but water. I know that the company says not to use alcohol, so I would avoid anything but water just to be safe. The page coating is delicate when it comes to cleaning chemicals.
Another excellent video Jake! I just received Rocketbook Executive Flip I purchased after watching your video and had a question on using a Pen Station with an Executive Flip.
Do you personally use a Pen Station with your Flip and if so where did you place it? I have a Rocketbook Fusion in the Letter size and have my Pen Station on the right inside of the rear cover. I'm wondering if on the Flip it would be better on the bottom or a side. Curious to hear what you and others recommend.
Thanks! I do use a pen station with my flip. I placed it on the side opposite of my palm (left side because I'm right handed) so that it wouldn't be a hindrance to writing, but bottom would work too 👍 Thanks for watching ✌️
Excellent idea to put it on the left side! I too am right handed and could see how this would work well and give me more options than the bottom. Keep up the great work!
Thanks! ✌️
Hi Jake,
I just came across your videos and I love your content. I am getting the Flip Executive size for Christmas and I want to start playing around with templates using the PDFs on RocketBook's website. Could you provide the dimensions of the dots for the executive Flip?
Thank you in advance and I hope you stay safe and healthy!
Thanks Tyler, I'm very glad to hear that you like my content. Thanks for taking the time to let me know 👍
For the dot pattern in the Flip Executive, it is approximately 8mm from the leading edge of one full square of dots to the leading edge of the next full square of dots. I hope this helps!✌️
Thank you! I was actually looking for the number of dots (or spaces) going down and across the page. Thank you for the quick reply!
It should be 23 spaces tall and 17 spaces across - See this video I made about the Flip specifically where I show these numbers to make sure they are the ones you want (th-cam.com/video/TvHv1h-68S8/w-d-xo.html).
Can't find the blank version of the flip notebook anywhere
Ya, they are sold out all over... Only a few executive sized ones left at the moment on getrocketbook.com 👍 Hopefully more stock comes in soon ✌️
Perfect for those of us that are ambidextrous!
Tried the pilot fine liner markers? Feedback?
I have a whole video on all the different pens and markers from the FriXion line where I show comparisons that I think you'll find helpful 👍 Check out my Everything Rocketbook playlist ✌️
How many re-uses do they have?
The website says infinite, but as with anything, it will depend on how you use it. I would suspect you can easily get a few years out of one notebook if you treat it well.
Intriguing!
Hi! Thank you, I love your videos!! I didn’t understand what you mention on minute 4:00, if you would be so kind to write it.
I'm glad you like the videos. I was concerned that a folio to carry the notebook would prevent you from turning the book over in addition to flipping a page. This is a restriction, but as it turns out Rocketbook has come out with a Folio to carry the notebook. I will reviewing it in the future, but you should know that, though you can flip the pages over sequentially, it does restrict you from writing on the backside of the page, as I was worried about.
I hope this helps to clarify.
Great video 😁
Thanks! I'm glad you liked it ✌
Lovely upload! I think you'd enjoy my videos too. Keep up the fantastic work! 🧡❤️
So basically it's an overpriced and over engineered notebook that just uses an app that would work on any type of notebook to digitize your notes