BicycleTricks.co.uk is run to provide small quantities of Gaff Bicycle Cards to magicians in the UK. To see our range of cards follow the Cards for Magic link. Don't forget to look at our Magic Bargains for some one off and end of line items, and also our Second Hand Magic section. As you will see below, and in the archives, we also recommend various magic books, magic tricks and magic DVDs in our Trick of the Month section.

Trick of the Month - Sep 2007

September 1st, 2007

This page is here to highlight a book or a trick or a DVD (or possibly all three) which we think is particularly good each month…

Oddball - Marc Oberon Something a bit different this week. I recently acquired Marc Oberon’s ‘Oddball’ and it is a very good bit of magic. A straightforward method (which with a little thought could be extended to different ideas) allowing you to focus on presentation Mental magic is so popular at the moment - this might be a good way to introduce it to your act. £14.99
STRIP - By Jon Thompson (Plus Free Bicycle Stripper Deck) The team responsible for all the good DVDs coming from David Forrest have produced this DVD all about the Stripper Deck. The ‘Stripper’ is often overlooked as ‘beginners’ magic, but in this DVD, Jon Thompson takes an up to date look at what is possible with this subtlest of tools, and is bound to get you using yours again! (Includes free Bicycle Stripper Deck) £22.99
Beyond Secrets - Jay Sankey If you are new to magic and only interested in new ’secrets’ you may overlook this. But Jay Sankey has more experience than most in the art of performing and creating magic, and here is some of his thinking about the whole nature of magical performance, and most importantly - how to make yours better! £19.99.

Trick of the Month - Aug 2007

August 2nd, 2007

This page is here to highlight a book or a trick or a DVD (or possibly all three) which we think is particularly good each month…

In The Beginning There Were Coins - DVD If your skill with Cards gets you something of a reputation as a magician, it is important to make sure you can meet that demand to ’show us a trick.’ We nearly always have coins on us, and so being able to master the basics of coin magic will stand you in good stead to perform impromptu. There is also something constantly appealing about tricks with money. This DVD covers all the basics and comes highly recommended. £19.99
Amazing Miracles Of Shigeo Takagi - Book This is quite simply the BEST book on Magic I have ever had the pleasure of reading. It has been out of print for ages so I am delighted it is back in stock again. Takagi provides some of the most beautiful magic you will ever see - there is loads here with silks, ropes, cards, etc. etc. His totally unique handling of the Wild Card routine is wonderful and there is loads of other very commercial effective magic. Brilliant! £29.99
BIGGER Finish - Jay Sankey Jay Sankey is a really creative guy who comes up with some novel concepts in magic. In this one 4 cards melt into one jumbo card matching the spectator’s earlier choice. And it all happens in the spectator’s hand. £13.99.

Trick of the Month - July 2007

July 11th, 2007

This page is here to highlight a book or a trick or a DVD (or possibly all three) which we think is particularly good each month…

Covert Magic - Iain Moran  (DVD) Ian Moran has won a lot of prizes for his magic, and you’ll be pleased to know that this DVD is not only packed with good magic, but it comes with the necessary gaff cards too! £22.99
Cups and Balls Set (With Chop Cup) (High Quality) The Cups and Balls is of course a classic of magic and owning a decent set of cups is a must. What is nice about this set is it includes a Chop Cup - so you can use it for all the Chop Cup routines, or add some very special moves to your Cups and Balls. I personally recommend the old Mendoza routine if you can get hold of it. Very magical and not too much sleight of hand required. £27.99
Act Two By Barrie Richardson Mental magic continues to be popular with layfolk, especially with the ongoing visibility of Derren Brown etc. Barrie Richardson is an acknowledged master of all things mental - and this (like the first volume) is packed with really practical goodies! What is so distinctive about this material is his detailed routining which is always carefully thought through. Recommended. £29.99.

Trick of the Month - June 2007

June 1st, 2007

This page is here to highlight a book or a trick or a DVD (or possibly all three) which we think is particularly good each month…

3 Choice Wayne Dobson is very skilled at simplifying the method to allow you to concentrate on the performance. 3 Choice is a very commercial mental effect with bags of impact. £24.99
Band Shark Rubber Band magic is excellent impromptu magic - and anyone who has seen the classic penetrating rubber bands trick knows just how powerful it can appear. Dan Harlan is the acknowledged master of this field and reveals many effects on this DVD. £27.99
The Art of Astonishment Vol 1-3 Continuing my crusade to get magicians back in books (not just watching DVDs) I have chosen to highlight an all time classic of close up magic. Paul Harris doesn’t just produce powerful magic, he writes in an entertaining way. This is full of gems - and will save you buying any new tricks for a while as you get to grips with these! Recommended. £28.99/volume.

Trick of the Month - May 2007

May 1st, 2007

This page is here to highlight a book or a trick or a DVD (or possibly all three) which we think is particularly good each month…

TEAR-able Sessions - By Ben Williams  (Book) This one is quite new but is getting some good reviews. A practical set of routines where a torn corner of the spectators card is found in amazing locations. Includes a ‘card through glass’ effect. £15.99
Trickery Double DVD - Dave Forrest We just love David Forrest’s magic and this double DVD is full of great effects. £24.99
Card College Light From the acclaimed author of Card College comes a manipulation free book of professional routines. Highly recommended. £23.99.
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