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Jumping Lime by Yigal Mesika and Mark Calabrese

Created by: Yigal Mesika, Mark Calabrese

Jumping Lime is a captivating close-up magic trick that utilizes Loops to create the illusion of a lime magically jumping or levitating in mid-air. This trick is part of Yigal Mesika’s Loops Legends collection, which focuses on levitation and animation effects with everyday objects. The trick is versatile, allowing for impromptu performances with minimal setup, and is ideal for magicians looking to expand their repertoire beyond traditional card tricks. The included InnerCircle Card ensures easy portability and optimal tension for the Loops, making it a practical choice for performers on the go.

Key features

  • Utilizes Loops for levitation and animation effects

  • Part of the Loops Legends collection with a 90-minute instructional video

  • Includes a premium pack of 8 Loops and the InnerCircle Card for easy carrying

  • Versatile for use with everyday objects

  • Instant reset for impromptu performances

  • Forgiving angles but requires attention to lighting conditions

Pros

  • Highly portable with the InnerCircle Card

  • Instant reset allows for quick performances

  • Versatile effects with everyday objects

  • Comprehensive instructional video with tips from top magicians

Cons

  • Requires practice to master, especially in managing lighting conditions

  • Loops can break, requiring replacements

Effect

The Jumping Lime is a visually striking magic trick where a lime appears to defy gravity. The lime moves, jumps, or levitates in the performer's hands without any visible means of support. The effect is clean and surprising, making it ideal for close-up performances.

Full Details

The Jumping Lime is part of Yigal Mesika’s Loops Legends, a premium magic resource. The trick uses Loops, a specialized gimmick that enables levitation and animation effects. The Jumping Lime routine is taught by Mark Calabrese in the 90-minute instructional video included in the package.

The trick requires minimal setup and can be performed impromptu. The InnerCircle Card keeps the necessary gimmick ready at all times, making it highly portable. The effect resets instantly, allowing for repeated performances.

Who Should Consider the Trick

The Jumping Lime is best suited for:

  • Magicians who enjoy impromptu close-up magic.
  • Performers looking to expand beyond card tricks.
  • Those interested in levitation and animation effects.
  • Intermediate to advanced magicians comfortable with Loops.

Difficulty

The Jumping Lime is not overly complex in terms of sleight of hand, but it requires practice to master. The main challenges are:

  • Managing lighting conditions to avoid exposure.
  • Handling the Loops smoothly to prevent breakage.
  • Developing natural movements to sell the illusion.

Scott Perry notes that while the techniques are simple, performing confidently with Loops takes time. He says, "It's all of the other smaller pieces, the smaller touches in performing with Loops, that is the more difficult thing."

What Magicians Say

Scott Perry, a professional magician, highly recommends Loops Legends, calling it a "perfect product." He specifically praises the Jumping Lime, saying it offers "mind-blowing, impromptu-ready miracles."

He also highlights the InnerCircle Card as a game-changer for portability, stating, "It's the perfect thing to just slip in your wallet... and you have access to Loops without snagging them."

Perry emphasizes the value of revisiting the material, noting, "There's so much gold on here that does get forgotten amongst the new things."

For magicians looking to add a visually stunning, portable, and impromptu-friendly effect to their repertoire, the Jumping Lime is a strong choice.

What people are saying about Jumping Lime

EverythingMagicPro99 says...

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