SleightfulBundle Selection by Craig Petty and Alakazam
Created by: Craig Petty, Alakazam
Key features
Portable and easy to carry, consisting of a folded piece of paper and a credit card-sized prediction.
Four distinct effects integrated into one routine, including Bundle Selection.
High production quality props, especially the magazine-style catalog.
Good value for the price ($39).
Not easily repeatable for the same audience due to shared reveals in the first three effects.
Extensive tutorial (over 3 hours), with core tricks learnable in approximately 90 minutes.
Pros
Portable and easy to carry.
Clever assembly of familiar effects into a fresh routine.
High production quality props.
Good value for the price.
Easy to learn, suitable for beginners.
Cons
Not easily repeatable for the same audience.
First three effects share the same reveal.
Final effect has a one-in-five probability of a different outcome.
Effect
The Bundle Selection trick is part of the "Toys" routine by Craig Petty. In this effect, a spectator chooses a toy from a selection of bundles displayed in a magazine-style catalog. The magician then reveals a matching prediction on a credit card-sized prop. The trick creates a moment of surprise as the spectator's free choice aligns perfectly with the magician's prediction.
Full Details
Bundle Selection is one of four effects included in the "Toys" routine. The props consist of a folded magazine-style catalog and a credit card-sized prediction device. The catalog features multiple bundles of toys, and the spectator freely selects one. The magician then reveals that their choice was predicted in advance on the credit card.
The trick is designed to be portable, requiring only the folded catalog and the prediction card. The props are durable, with the catalog designed to look more authentic with wear and tear. The routine integrates smoothly with the other effects in "Toys," allowing for a cohesive performance.
Who Should Consider the Trick
Bundle Selection is suitable for magicians who want a compact, easy-to-carry mentalism effect. It works well for close-up or table performances. Beginners will find it accessible, while experienced performers can incorporate it into a longer routine. Those who enjoy prediction-based magic or mentalism will appreciate its simplicity and impact.
Information on How Difficult It Is to Perform
The trick relies on routining and memorization rather than complex sleight of hand. According to David from Magic Orthodoxy, "there's no slights right, this is all just routining." The method is straightforward, making it suitable for beginners. The tutorial video is over three hours long, but the core routine can be learned in about 90 minutes.
What Magicians Say
David from Magic Orthodoxy praises the trick for its clever assembly and portability. He notes, "this does not feel like the great elephant in Denmark type of trick... the routine here feels more natural." He highlights the high production quality of the props, particularly the magazine-style catalog, which "feels more like a magazine quality."
He also mentions that while the trick is not repeatable for the same audience, it offers strong impact for single performances. The $39 price point is considered good value for the quality and quantity of material provided.
Overall, Bundle Selection is recommended for performers looking for a fun, portable, and well-structured mentalism effect.
What people are saying about Bundle Selection
magicorthodoxy says...
This is a fun little effect that you'll be able to carry around with you because it's simply a folded piece of paper that it doesn't need to stay pristine in fact probably the more wear and tear you give it the more authentic it'll look [...] I love the Assembly of all the different tricks together I love having it all contained in just the card and the the magazine page.
Review videos
Magic Review - Toys by Craig Petty & Alakazam
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