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professorwhut Inner circle Posts R US sold me 1353 Posts	Posted: Jan 15, 2009 02:29 pm 0 WHY ARE YOU GUYS YELLING? After much soul searching about a signature, I decided not to have one. TG Pop [aka ProfessorWhut]
Robert Kohler Special user Fayetteville, Arkansas 520 Posts	Posted: Jan 15, 2009 03:23 pm 0 I also use the joker box but with an added flash - throw the red ball up and catch it in the box at the same moment you open the box and blow out the red silk - it should appear very continuous and serves as a grand finale to the trick........... We judge ourselves by our intentions - others judge us by our actions..... <BR> <BR>B. Wilson
magicians Inner circle Teacher and Legend 2898 Posts	Posted: Jan 15, 2009 03:42 pm 0 Here's an idea, stick a zombie gimmick in the ball, float it, then do a zombie ball vanish. Illusionist, Illusionist consulting, product development, stage consultant, seasoned performer for over 35 years. Specializing in original effects. Highly opinionated, usually correct, and not afraid of jealous critics. I've been a puppet, a pirate, a pawn and a King. Free lance gynecologist.
jugglestruck Inner circle Wales 1038 Posts	Posted: Jan 16, 2009 07:45 pm 0 Robert - I really like the throwing the ball up and catching it but do you always get a direct hit? I would have thought the lightness of the balls and the small opening would give you problems? www.lukecloseupmagician.com
CMMAGIC Regular user Myrtle Beach , S.C. 145 Posts	Posted: Jan 16, 2009 11:29 pm 0 What about a toppit or a mirror box ! - Carl Michael - www.CarlMichaelMagic.com Frequent performer at top night clubs such as Mansion Miami , PURE Las Vegas , Marquee Vegas , and Veranda NYC . 2012 and 2013 Reader's Choice Magician of the Year. Currently headlining in my own stage show in Myrtle Beach . Follow on twitter , Instagram and ViNe @CMMAGIC
Robert Kohler Special user Fayetteville, Arkansas 520 Posts	Posted: Jan 17, 2009 03:04 am 1 It just takes practice - you'll get it 99% of the time. Moreover, now I do the trick with balls that bounce and the finale is when I bounce the red ball on the floor, it bounces high and I catch it in the Joker box and then blow out the red silk. The bouncing on the floor is unexpected, as is the rest of it and you end on a nice physical move like this - always gets aahhhs and claps...... We judge ourselves by our intentions - others judge us by our actions..... <BR> <BR>B. Wilson
Hansel Inner circle Puerto Rico 2492 Posts	Posted: Jan 21, 2009 09:52 pm 0 Quote: On 2009-01-15 10:23, Robert Kohler wrote: I also use the joker box but with an added flash - throw the red ball up and catch it in the box at the same moment you open the box and blow out the red silk - it should appear very continuous and serves as a grand finale to the trick........... Great Idea! Follow Me... Facebook: https://m.facebook.com/Hansels-Comedy-and-Magic-Show-929625643774678/ Youtube: HanselSP Twitter: @HanselSP Instagram: HanselSP
MikeRaffone Special user 623 Posts	Posted: Jan 22, 2009 10:47 pm 0 Where can you get the Bye Bye Hank? Mike Mike Perrello DC Area's Leading Family Entertainment Expert
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5727 Posts	Posted: Jan 24, 2009 03:51 am 0 Where can you get bouncy balls in the correct sizes and colors? Mister Mystery
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5727 Posts	Posted: Jan 30, 2009 05:40 pm 0 Anyone? Ok, here's another question: I heard that Mak has had Strat-O-Sphere backordered for a while because of paint issues. Any truth to this? Regan Mister Mystery
Robert Kohler Special user Fayetteville, Arkansas 520 Posts	Posted: Jan 30, 2009 08:58 pm 0 I seem to be on a continuous quest for balls for various effects - you just have to find the ones right for you........... We judge ourselves by our intentions - others judge us by our actions..... <BR> <BR>B. Wilson
TrickyRicky Inner circle TrickyRicky 1654 Posts	Posted: Jan 31, 2009 07:49 pm 0 Ok, here's another question: I heard that Mak has had Strat-O-Sphere backordered for a while because of paint issues. Any truth to this? Regan Hi Regan. Take a look at Practical Magic Stratospheres. I have mine for about 5 months now, and it's a beauty. Very well made. TrickyRicky
MaxfieldsMagic Inner circle Instead of practicing, I made 3009 Posts	Posted: Feb 1, 2009 06:19 am 0 Quote: On 2009-01-23 22:51, Regan wrote: Where can you get bouncy balls in the correct sizes and colors? Check out the balls at this link: http://www.jugglingstore.com/products/balls.html There's a good selection at that site, and you can order the balls individually in the size and colors you want. Needless to say, they're great for juggling. Now appearing nightly in my basement.
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5727 Posts	Posted: Feb 1, 2009 08:15 pm 0 Quote: On 2009-01-31 14:49, TrickyRicky wrote: Ok, here's another question: I heard that Mak has had Strat-O-Sphere backordered for a while because of paint issues. Any truth to this? Regan Hi Regan. Take a look at Practical Magic Stratospheres. I have mine for about 5 months now, and it's a beauty. Very well made. TrickyRicky Thanks Ricky. Their model really does look nice. I wish they had a shop in the U.S. Regan Mister Mystery
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5727 Posts	Posted: Feb 1, 2009 08:17 pm 0 Quote: On 2009-02-01 01:19, MaxfieldsMagic wrote: Quote: On 2009-01-23 22:51, Regan wrote: Where can you get bouncy balls in the correct sizes and colors? Check out the balls at this link: http://www.jugglingstore.com/products/balls.html There's a good selection at that site, and you can order the balls individually in the size and colors you want. Needless to say, they're great for juggling. Max, thanks for that link! I'll check into those balls! Regan Mister Mystery
The Great Danton Elite user Westfield, North Carolina, USA 449 Posts	Posted: Feb 1, 2009 08:24 pm 0 Max, Which of those balls would you suggest? Is one a better fit for the SOS, or are they pretty much the same? Danton "You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden; nor does anyone light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on the lampstand, and it gives light to all who are in the house."
MaxfieldsMagic Inner circle Instead of practicing, I made 3009 Posts	Posted: Feb 3, 2009 04:42 am 0 I purchased the 72 mm Mister Babache MB stage balls, which are a little smaller than the standard Stratosphere balls, therefore stack not quite as straight (but straight enough) in the tube. They're great for juggling. However, they're also heavier then the Stratosphere balls, so you'll have to bend the gimmick a little so it holds without releasing accidentally. Also, you'll probably want to cover the gimmick and the metal ring on the base in felt, as they can dig into the soft rubber. Measure your tube before ordering - if you can fit the 80mm balls, you might want to go with those. Now appearing nightly in my basement.
TrickyRicky Inner circle TrickyRicky 1654 Posts	Posted: Feb 3, 2009 01:54 pm 0 Hi Regan. Check to see if Hocus Pocus can get stock from Practical Magic. You can also deal direct with Practical Magic, they are wonderful people to deal with. This one is really the cream of Stratospheres. TrickyRicky
Regan Inner circle U.S.A. 5727 Posts	Posted: Feb 3, 2009 03:31 pm 0 Thanks Ricky. I may upgrade to their model someday. I really like the look of it! Regan Mister Mystery
krowboom Loyal user Chicago area 233 Posts	Posted: Jun 3, 2009 06:29 pm 0 For Stratosphere I use sponge balls (3") instead of the plastic balls that come with it. I also use the box. When I open it the red ball has changed to another color (blue or orange). This works well for me.
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