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Up Jog by Daniel Madison

Created by: Daniel Madison

Up Jog is a card magic trick that involves a spectator selecting a card, replacing it into the deck, and then the magician using misdirection and marked deck techniques to reveal the chosen card. The trick culminates in a visually striking two-card transposition. This is a close-up magic trick that leverages the use of a marked deck, making it ideal for magicians who perform in intimate settings and want to add a layer of sophistication to their card routines.

Key features

  • Utilizes a marked deck for enhanced performance

  • Includes a two-card transposition for a strong finish

  • Teaches misdirection techniques for seamless execution

  • Suitable for magicians of varying skill levels

  • Can be adapted to any marked deck system

Pros

  • Comprehensive teaching by Daniel Madison

  • Applicable to any marked deck

  • Includes advanced techniques like misdirection and transposition

  • Encourages improvisation and on-the-fly magic creation

Cons

  • Requires a marked deck to perform as taught

  • Some techniques may require practice to master

  • No live performance footage included in the masterclass

Effect

The Up Jog trick involves a spectator selecting a card, replacing it into the deck, and the magician using misdirection to secretly identify it. The routine concludes with a two-card transposition, creating a surprising visual moment for the audience.

Full Details

Up Jog is part of Daniel Madison's Marked Deck Master Class, which teaches techniques for reading marked cards quickly and discreetly. The trick relies on subtle handling and misdirection to conceal the method while maintaining a natural performance flow. Madison emphasizes practical ways to integrate marked deck principles into routines without raising suspicion.

Who Should Consider the Trick

This trick suits magicians who:

  • Use marked decks or want to learn how to incorporate them effectively.
  • Prefer routines with built-in flexibility for impromptu performances.
  • Are comfortable with intermediate card handling but can adapt techniques if advanced sleights are still in progress.

Difficulty

Up Jog is described as more accessible than some of Madison's other material, which often includes advanced sleights like second deals. While the trick involves misdirection and marked deck reading, David from Magic Orthodoxy notes that magicians can "fake" certain moves convincingly if needed. The focus is on smooth execution rather than complex mechanics.

What Magicians Say

David highlights that Up Jog includes "lots of tips about how to have a card chosen, replaced, and the misdirection needed to get a reading." He adds that the routine ends with a "really cool two-card transpo," making it visually engaging. The trick is part of a broader philosophy in Madison's class, which encourages magicians to improvise rather than rely solely on scripted routines.

The Marked Deck Master Class itself is praised for its depth, with David calling it a "valuable resource" for magicians interested in marked deck magic. While the class lacks live performances, it compensates with detailed instruction and Madison's distinctive teaching style.

What people are saying about Up Jog

magicorthodoxy says...

The Master Class is a great companion for the purple bangers because at the very beginning he's going to open the box and show you exactly what the cards look like and show you how to read the markings. [...] It's great to see Daniel do a teaching on this just to get his ideas and opinions about Mark de.

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