I called Flip N Out pinball this morning to get Escalera pricing and got to speak with the man himself, Zach. Could not be happier with our conversation, and I think the approach they are taking with SDTM is perfect. I'm excited to see their continued videos and streams, and also happy to say that Zach comes across on the phone as the exact same type of what you see is what you get average Joe guy as you see on SDTM, and that is truly refreshing. I'll be ordering an Escalera from him very soon!

Yea the 66 plus big wheel plus forklift is what I’m planning on.

Do you know when you’re ordering escalera this week? I might order this week.

Thanks Zach. Email sent, no rush.

The one thing holding me back on a SW Prem is that I hear the Death Star fork shot can be “inconsistent” due to the design. Is there a way to adjust it?

Woo new video!

I think they are doing more of a "impressions" video on new pins rather than a review, since Zach now sells them fancy stern machines. At least that was my understanding but I could be wrong.

Buy it from him!

Great video. Zach and Greg you guys are killin' it. Easily my favorite pinball show/youtube/video group and with the changes you have made, it's just getting better. It's awesome to see you growing!

On a personal note about Zach and Flip N Out - I have to share my experience! I had spoken with Zach several times as I bought an escalera from him (arrives next week) and then later, I purchased a NIB GotG premium from Zach and he shipped it immediately when he received the wire transfer, as he had it in stock. A couple days later it was at my door, and it's my first NIB purchase, so for me this whole experience was a big deal. (you always remember your "first") I had a problem with a part out of the box that affected the orb drop target. I was able to disable the target and play the game without for now. Zach immediately got hold of Stern on my behalf and 2 days later I have the replacement part already. Big kudos to Zach and Stern for the quick service. The new part solved my issue and the game is purring like a kitten. I could not be happier with this entire experience, and look forward to purchasing more pins from Zach and Flip N Out in the future.

We have a big party this weekend and Zach thank you for making it a memorable one with our new pin!

I want to like this pin so badly. But the parts of the code with rock music just KILLS the theme integration.

Fun fact, Oktoberfest is actually held in september for the majority of the festival.

Man I love this pin, but the animation and music kill it for me. I'll play it on location, but cannot bring myself to buy it. I'm hoping the music can be modified, in which case I'd consider one, since the animations would be fine if that was the only flaw.

What is "GC" short for lol

Both your personalities and on camera chemistry is great. You should be involved in anything pinball related. You guys make a great “face” for pinball events, streams, videos, etc.

Can't fault a guy for selling a pin that he just isn't feeling. Happens all the time.

You had me at wonka bar.

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I ended up with his Star Wars. So Zach went 2 for 2 on show games.

Quote of the podcast is Zach saying: I just wanna see him on an LCD screen saying "ya know what I mean" and honking his junk.

You haven’t played it yet have you.

While it’s not game changing innovation, there is innovation there. Once you see and play in person, you’ll better understand what the game offers.

There have been games I have inquired about with Zach that he sells, but will say if he doesn't recommend for me or he doesn't like them himself. He could lie to me to make a sale, but that's not in his nature and not how he does business. He's been an incredibly honest distributor. I even wanted to buy an MBrSE from Zach recently, but he didn't have any in stock, so instead he sent me to Kingpin since he had them available at MGC and Zach knew I'd be there. I bought an MBr from Kingpin. So, I'm buying my Wonka from Zach, and more pins in the future I'm sure. I always try to be respectful when I'm taking up his time, and in return he's responsive and always makes me feel valued as a customer, and you can tell he just loves to talk pinball.

So - no, he's not talking up Wonka just so he can sell a few more pins.

Delt31 I know you haven't played Wonka yet, and that's part of the issue. Standing over it and playing it is very different than in person. I got to play it at MGC and was amazed. The first night we got to the hotel room and watched videos and it was underwhelming. The next day we played the pin again and it was back to amazing. The game needs to be seen and played. If all you've seen is video, then you haven't really experienced the pin.

Delt31 has my respect, I enjoy his forum posts, and I'm pretty sure he would take my post as also being very respectful. Him and I see eye to eye on quite a few things. You, however, use ad hominem in desperation since you think you know everything about everyone else, and anyone who disagrees with you is somehow unworthy to be here.

And yet, you attack people personally, simply because they don't agree with you.

Oh I do like you Chris! It's why when Zach pointed me to you, I had no reservation about buying from you. You were super busy and I felt bad taking up your time asking you about it while you were trying to set up for the show. I would not hesitate to buy a game from you again in the future either, and am sure I will. It's nice to have multiple solid distributors to buy from in case one has something in stock that another doesn't, etc.

Love it love it love it

Lots of cheeseheads just went #TeamZach

edit: I look forward to the first TWAIP episode

Zach do you guys have a patreon or something for those who wish to donate to help the SDTM show?

Streaming, podcasts, YouTube, and still finds time to sell and support pinballs. And still answers my Sunday texts.

Zach please work more it’s clearly not enough. :p

PS. Find me a used Aerosmith or Metallica pro.

I'm 100% with Zach on TAF. It's fun but gets old quick. It feels very dated to me.

I was just about to say something similar. Maybe it’s the nomenclature. To me:

Clunky = game that bricks a lot of shots and when you do make shots they aren’t smooth or good feeling

Tight = game that has difficult shots that brick if you miss but are smooth and satisfying to hit

To me ACNC is tight. But the shots feel great.

Zach doesn’t sell spooky pinball so if you’re implying he’s sold out, I think that’s pretty uncalled for. :/

The nomenclature thing was just being silly. Don’t take all of this so serious. :p This is all in good fun and that’s the best part of Zach and Greg. Just two guys talking pinball. I may be in the minority but I’m with Zach on this game.

Zach, can’t catch a break. People complain you and Greg always agree. When you don’t both agree, people complain about the one they dont agree with.

I believe the context is for games he sells. Which I get. But it’s also why he generally doesn’t review games he sells now.

If you think he won’t say anything negative, did you not watch the TAF review they just did? Zach made his negative opinions there quite known. Baywatch too wasn’t exactly glowing either from what I recall.

So you’re accusing him of holding back negative opinions when he clearly is not holding back negative opinions? I’m confused.

The MB left ramp sucks on the remakes. It rejects direct/strong shots because of the way it was made. Lots of people complaining about it on MBr thread. I'm one of them lol. :p

But on originals it is awesome.

edit: 100% agree on star wars warp ramp shot to the hyper loop. If you have the game set up correctly, it's totally doable even if hard to make. And when you do and they start flinging around that loop, and then you're trying to add more for the MB OMG ITS AWESOME.

Good to know, I submitted a ticket with CGC to see if I can get it resolved. Maybe I have a defective ramp wireform or something. Playing my buddy's OG monster bash and mine is totally different on the left ramp. We are both set around 7.0 degrees but his is butter smooth for all shots, direct, strong, medium, etc. Mine rejects most shots of direct, strong, medium, etc.

Sharing my own personal experience, I went to buy a pin from Zach and he talked me out of it because he knew I would regret it later. Even though he knew he would lose a sale. He then had me go to a different distributor to buy a pin he sells but didn’t have in stock, but he knew who had one available at MGC for a show discount to boot. Zach is the last distributor I’d expect to sell out. Take that to the bank!

Watching now. It is glorious. You had me at hello.

One of the best videos you guys have done. That intro was amazing.

Also - "that's one big pile of shit" LOL

Well now when I see you I'm just going to feel like you're analyzing me.

Ohhh I can’t wait to watch it. I bet some feathers will be ruffled.