Everybody mentions it...'angles'. Yes, it's true, you have to watch your angles but so far, I have
found two ways to do this. In a parlor' setting, it's the one I start out with and I can take off
my coat hang it up and 'engage myself' as needed at that time. This way, I 'find', my first rubber
band. Lots of natural movement at that time. So I start with this. I have several effects with
one band and when I am finished with that, I hand that one out for examination. While they are
checking it out, I simply remove a second rubber band from my wrist get set and go into the two
rubber band phase of my routine. You have lots of options at that moment for whatever you do. Once
that's done, I magically put them both back on my opposite wrists and using Joe's BH method
(available through Penguin)I cause one to vanish and then I 'toss' the last one onto my wrist and
accept the applause. I only share that to say, 'routining' is your best 'out' for some of the
issues mentioned. In a close up setting I prefer to be standing, so I can 'naturalize' my movement
to do what I must for 'prep' and angle presentation. It's almost easier with a small audience. For
the price it's a worthwhile method. I have only used 'band through the window' as a spontaneous
effect. "Hey check this out". I'm ready before I offer to show them 'something' and it's mind
blowing. So for the 'at just right moment' need, that one is really great. "Cool Huh? Here's my
card..." Oh, Rubber Bands do matter. Get Joe's. That's just easiest. Stretchier and much longer
life than 'office bands'. I will do a practice run or two with brand new ones at home and use those
same ones in a performance. I like them just a little broken in. Last thing, I use the Rubber Band
holding device to keep the set I am going to use (left and right) and the colors I am using and a
few extras as I prepare. From that device the 'band set' goes on my wrists in an instant and I'm
ready to go. Enjoy.