Flip Reset Guide: Learn This Advanced Mechanic

Flip resets look insane and feel even better when you hit them. But they're also one of the most misused mechanics in Rocket League.

Here's how to actually learn and use flip resets effectively.

What is a Flip Reset?

When all four of your car's wheels touch the ball in the air, your flip (dodge) refreshes. This lets you flip again for a powerful shot or another touch.

Should You Learn Flip Resets?

**Honest answer:** Probably not yet.

If you're below Champion, your time is better spent on:

Flip resets are cool but situational. Most flip reset attempts in ranked get challenged and turn into counterattacks for the opponent.

Learn flip resets when:

How to Flip Reset (Step by Step)

Step 1: The Setup

Start with the ball rolling up the wall. Pop it off the wall by jumping into it with a soft touch.

Step 2: Get Under the Ball

Boost up and position your car underneath the ball. You need your wheels to touch it.

Step 3: Tilt Your Car

Point your car upward so all four wheels face the ball. Air roll to adjust.

Step 4: Make Contact

Softly touch all four wheels to the ball. You'll hear a distinct sound and your flip refreshes.

Step 5: Set Up Your Shot

After the reset, you can:

Training Flip Resets

Phase 1: Wall Setup (Week 1-2)

Practice just getting under the ball from a wall touch. Don't worry about the reset yet.

Phase 2: Getting the Reset (Week 2-4)

Now focus on touching all four wheels.

Phase 3: Scoring (Week 4+)

Add the shot.

Training Packs

Look for flip reset training packs. Start with "easy" setups before progressing.

Common Mistakes

Mistake 1: Boosting too hard

You'll fly past the ball. Feather your boost.

Mistake 2: Poor car angle

If your wheels aren't facing the ball, you won't get the reset.

Mistake 3: Going for it in bad situations

Flip resets need time and space. If a defender is close, just shoot.

Mistake 4: Giving up too early

This mechanic takes weeks or months to learn. Keep grinding.

When to Use Flip Resets in Ranked

Good times:

Bad times:

Flip Reset Variations

Ground to Air Flip Reset

Pop the ball from the ground, catch up to it, get the reset.

Double Flip Reset

Get a reset, touch the ball, get another reset. Very difficult.

Ceiling to Flip Reset

Drop from ceiling, get reset on the way down.

Musty Flip Reset

Get reset, musty flick the shot. Style points.

Reality Check

Flip resets have a low conversion rate even for pros. You might hit 1 in 10 attempts in ranked when you're learning.

The goal isn't to force flip resets. It's to have them as an option when the setup is perfect.

Better players know when NOT to go for the flip reset.

Practice Routine

Daily (if you're learning flip resets):

Weekly check-in:

Flip Resets Against Bots

Training against SSL-level bots is great for flip reset practice because:

Try to score flip resets on bots who actually defend. It's different from training packs.

Conclusion

Flip resets are cool and worth learning eventually. But don't rush them.

Priorities:

When you do learn them, put in the hours. This isn't a one-day mechanic.