The History of the Linking Rubber Bands

Josh Burch

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The linking rubber bands is one of my favorite plots in magic and I perform several versions. I am always a little confused when it comes to the popular classic handling. Does anyone know who created it? I've heard that it is written up in Tarbell and I have heard some attribute it to Dan Harlan.

For a nice reference here is Collins key performing it combined with Marcus Eddie's Stairway.

 

Josh Burch

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Aug 11, 2011
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If you haven't you should check out chris kenner's work on the linking rubber bands.

I have, I love his version and perform it myself. I do a few different versions including his, Alex Pandrea's, a Paul Harris variation, Will Tsai's as well as my own handlings. I'm really curious to know the hystory of the effect though and don't have immediate access to some helpful resources.
 
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