Here's the dealio:
I saw the demo and it looks neat. I own Nabil Murday's linking bands
but found it impractical for my work. The same was true with Danny Garcia's and others. So, to
combat this, I used Souvenir Linking Bands by Paul Harris. I assumed LinXus would be the same.
I was very wrong. LinXus is something that you have with you all day, it's comfortable, and it's
ready at a moment's notice. The method is very creative and is something that I have never seen
before. I am unsure how John came up with this.
I could definitely see myself linking a
borrowed finger ring to a rubber band. As you can see in the trailer, it really does look
incredible. Although this is a "bonus" effect on the DVD, I think it's slightly better than linking
two rubber bands together. However, if no one is wearing a ring, linking two bands work great.
My only complaint is that the needed prop is not included with the DVD. Honestly, though, the
prop is cheap enough so it's not a huge deal.
At the very end of the DVD they teach a
unique trick using popcorn. It's very surprising and uses the same gimmick as the main LinXus
effect. I can definitely see myself doing this impromptu at a movie theater.
I recommend
it!
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Alright guys, I don't usually write reviews for effects. But watching the trailer and performing the
effect are both EYE CANDY. The Links are all incredible looking just as seen on the demo. This has
to be the best linking rubber band effect there is up to date in my opinion. John Stessel is a
brilliant thinker and creator. Having Jammed with him before I know all of he's ideas are clever,
and hope to see more of it published! =)
*****HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS.
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I had no idea how this worked until I bought the trick, and I must say that I am impressed! The
method is very, very cool. The linking of the two rubberbands is my favorite of the ones shown. The
teaching is pretty good, although I think some over-the-shoulder point of view would've been
preferable.
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I Just had a chance to check out John's dvd linxus. When i saw the demo, it looked neat, but i was
skeptical of the method. It looked similar to the danny garcia linking rubber band effect. I checked
out the video and saw that it wasnt that. I cannot tip the method, but i am a fan of the method and
i have used things similar. The effects are all pretty simple and i love rubber band effects. Some
of the routines take a little more set up than others but they are all pretty much on the same
level. The teaching is really clear and they go over each effect with great detail. I had no
problem learning the effects. One of the pros of this is that the magic takes place at face level
which is always a good thing, but this can also be a problem in certain situations, but i have never
had a problem with it and neither has john. over all i really liked this dvd and the effects.
Popcorn was a bonus effect, but it may be one of those things i will be doing more and more.
honestly this dvd just shows one aspect of the method used, this can be used for tons of other
things and applications/ Over all i think this dvd is pretty awesome and you should pick it up not
only for the effects listed, but the ones you will come up with!
Over all i give this dvd an
8/10! check it out now!
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I think its the best linking ever,you are able to link barowed objects from a spectator, you can do
this at a party at the movies or even anywhere.I have already preformed this in public and I have to
say that I like the reaction that this trick gives on people after you link two objects together.
When I first saw these tricks in person my mind was blown I could not believe how Perfect the link
looked. This is a fantastic product it is such a clever idea and an illusion that has no boundaries.
Being able to link borrowed objects right on the spot creates a real magic moment. John This is
awesome your ideas and creativity is un real your going far with magic.
It is a nice effect but it would have been nice if the DVD would have come with the necessary
materials to perform the trick.