I'm told the Souvenir Linking Rubber bands will include 20 linked sets plus ten matching singles. Re-fills without the dvd will be available shortly after the release and will also include 20 linked sets and ten singles.

anybody?

Was wondering the same thing as thomas......anybody?

Well, these types of linking band routines have been around for a very long time ( not sure when the first one came about ).

The basic link sequence pops up every now and then in different places. But, the basic link technology was first published by Dan Harlan ( pretty sure it was Dan, maybe he can comment ).

What makes the Souvenir Linking Rubber Bands unique is the factory made links. Looks like it will have some basic handlings, switches etc. Maybe Joe Russell can fill us in. I'm sure you can use any pet handling for the linking bands.

Anyone that has played with permanently linked bands will come up with some version of this. But the big deal with the Souvenir Linking Bands is the factory made links, which you can hand out and they can keep if you want to buy replacements.

Dan Harlan created the basic link sequence.

Posted: Feb 23, 2009 12:40am
Souvenir Linking Rubber Bands consist of an awesome three phase routine, where the bands link between the spectators fingers, unlink, then a super ultra mega visual final link. It also contains a few very clever/simple switches so you can exchange two single bands for the factory perfect linked set. I also have a section on presentation. Oh and don't forget my 1978 "Batavas" Moped, which makes a few live action cameos in my garage. The DVD also revisits my creepy refrigerator, and did I mention the love scene?
joe

Wasn't Paul Harris supposed to be done after TA? Or is he still gonna stamp "Paul Harris presents" on every effect someone else invents?

Joe,
Thanks for the FYI.
That settles it....I'm buying this DVD just for the love scene!
Talk about a bonus...

:)

The handout is a great thing.

Sean

Would you say that face to face with Paul? Of course not. Hiding behind an anonymous ID and being rude doesn't say much about you as a person.

I never said Paul Harris wasn't an innovator or anything less than a great magician, but let's be honest and count how many "Paul Harris Presents" effects have been made.

Thanks for replying back. I know you didn't slam Paul as a creator, but the tone of saying "Or is he still gonna stamp "Paul Harris presents" on every effect someone else invents? " is a great exaggeration

How many effects have actually been released as "Paul Harris Presents"? The Black Widow. Flow. UV Nightshades ( which was an advancement on Paul's own effect ).

Whether it's 1 effect or 200, what counts is that the material is worthy of being released. I have the three mentioned, so I'd say yes, the strength of the material is what counts.

I don't say this as a Paul Harris fanatic that looks at it all through rose colored glasses.. No one can like everything someone creates or puts out. I didn't care for Deep Astonishment, but LOVE Deep Astonishment II. I didn't like Reality Twister, but LOVE the Lubors Lens that comes with the TA DVD set.

Creators actually welcome feedback on what they're doing/releasing. But when inaccurate potshots are taken, it falls on deaf ears for the most part.

Whokebe,

From my understanding TA was supposed to be the last large release from Paul Harris. I hope that's not the case. And I'm certainly happy that we will continue to see his Good Housekeeping Seal of Approval on things.

But more importantly, is somebody forcing you to buy Paul Harris related items? Are you okay? Are you being held against your will and made to amass a Paul Harris collection? If so, let me be the first to say that I DO NOT approve of that. But if that's not the case, you can always just not buy these releases. There are a lot of creators I don't care for and I just don't buy their stuff. It makes life easy.

Joe--
I just watched the demo on this and I love it! Finally someone has taken the time to get linked bands that are manufactured and can withstand inspection. Plus, I must say your handling is very good. Nice to see another performer who cares. Good luck with this!

Regarding the history of Linked Band effects... there were a few out there with home-made bands before I came up with the first Impromptu method that made the bands "appear" linked (I was staying away from the problems with gimmicked bands). Jay Sankey was working on it, too, but he and I agreed that I had hit upon the best way. Bill Kalush was quick to follow with his great ring and rubberband stuff... then I just couldn't put them down for a couple of years and came up with everything I could think of. I'm glad to see that someone is still working with them... and has solved the problem of a permanent link. Way to go!
--Dan Harlan

[quote]On 2009-02-24 17:03, DanHarlan wrote:
Joe--
I just watched the demo on this and I love it! Finally someone has taken the time to get linked bands that are manufactured and can withstand inspection. Plus, I must say your handling is very good. Nice to see another performer who cares. Good luck with this!

You can't get a better recommendation than that!
I am looking forward to the release date.

Paul Mc.

So where can we pick ths up first?

You mean snap this up first... ...

Yes, where can we buy it????

This looks like a wonderful release and a perfect solution to the linked band problem

These are now in stock! Order from your favorite Dealer. You get 20 Linked bands and 10 single bands. These are well made bands and the dvd gives you all the instructions you need for a great 3 phase routine and Crazy Mans Handcuffs.

Well done!

David, thanks for the update!