If you perform exclusively with the Bicycle Rider Back deck, you should definitely get one. If you
don't perform exclusively with Rider Backs, there are alternatives available. You can find numerous
marked deck reviews to help you choose the best-suited deck. However, it's important not to make the
mistake of solely relying on a marked deck's merits when making your decision. Since these are Rider
Back cards, they can be seamlessly integrated into an unmarked Rider Back deck or packet of cards to
perform a wide range of effects where these markings would be advantageous.
I have poor
vision without my glasses, but with my prescription lenses, I can easily discern the markings. While
the values are relatively straightforward to see, distinguishing the suits can be more challenging.
However, with practice, I trained my eye to first focus on the suit. Diamonds, hearts, and spades
are easily distinguishable, but clubs can be a bit trickier. To work around this issue, I simply
assume that if it's not a diamond, heart, or spade at first glance, it's a club.
These
marked cards fall into the category of a must-have for specialized use. When you need marked cards
for routines, the Penguin Maiden Back marked cards are my reliable assistants.