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Glider Back V2 Playing Cards (Standard 6-Pack)


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Gliders are back! One year ago we released the first edition of Glider Back playing cards. They sold out quickly, and fans have been demanding their return ever since.

We are proud to introduce the new V2 Glider Backs. We've made several improvements to the deck, while keeping some key elements the same as the originals.

The Glider Back deck is a 100% custom deck of playing cards featuring origami-inspired artwork. The back design has paper gliders arranged in an appealing geometric layout against a classic blue background. The traditional-looking back also contains a devious but easy-to-learn coded marking system designed by Kevin Reylek that allows you to identify the suit and value of each card.

We sent a sample deck to one of the world's foremost experts on marked cards, but we didn't explain the system to him. His first response was, "I tried to work it out with the riffle test - couldn't see ANYTHING - I did eventually work it out but d*** that is well hidden. I was starting to wonder if you were winding me up!"

So before you view the instructions on how to read the cards, see if you can figure out the system on your own!

The V2 edition has all-new court card and joker designs, while the familiar spot cards are designed to look as if they've been folded out of paper. The whole package has been given an upgrade with an all-new tuck box crafted from premium soft-touch paper with blue foil. A custom sticker seal completes the ensemble.

Glider Back playing cards feature UltraLux™ Finish and AquaFlow™ Coating. The casino-grade European card stock and perfect linen texture deliver a deck that handles like an absolute dream. The cards are traditionally cut with smooth edges that provide just the right amount of grip. Printed with vegetable-based inks and water-based coating, the cards are planet-friendly as well! Gliders are soft enough to get to work straight out of the box, but durable enough to meet the needs of a full-time magician, cardist, or card sharp.

Available singly or in 6-packs with custom half brick collector boxes, get your Glider Back decks before they fly away!

Gliders are also available in an ultra-limited Blue Gilded edition, with only 250 gilded decks made.

•Limited print run of 2500 decks
•100% custom artwork by Gabriel Costache & Drew Hughes
•Same back design & marks as V1
•Fully marked for suit & value with coded system by Kevin Reylek
•New court card and joker designs
•UltraLux™ Finish with AquaFlow™ Coating
•Traditionally cut
•All-new premium custom tuck box with blue foil design
•Custom sticker seal
•2 gaff cards included
•Available as single decks or in a collector's 6-pack box

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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on May 22nd, 2022
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I honestly believed that my deck wasn't marked, I kept scanning them over and over and I couldn't spot anything. It's true, they hold up to being "taken to the movies". I finally caved and watched the download to have the secret explained to me and wow. I'll admit it will take me some practice to be able to note what card I'm looking at at a moments notice. But considering the fact that this is cleverly marked in a way that withstands any known method of exposure is a testament to its design. I'm also a fan of the art on the court cards. The way they aren't stuck in the boundaries on their cards and break out of them is cool looking to me. I may look into picking up a Gilded pack as well.
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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on May 31st, 2022
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The artwork on the deck is beautiful, but I'm just not a fan of the marking system.
I don't have strong enough eyesight or quick enough math skills for this system.
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Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on July 4th, 2023
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1. You will have to *practice* reading these markings before being able to read them fast and reliably.
2. If there is too much light or the light hits the card in a bad angle, it can make it impossible to see the markings.
3. If your eyesight isn't 100%, then these cards sadly might not be for you since these markings are well hidden.

BUT with that said. Since the markings are well hidden, you will never have to worry about people finding them. I have had people suspecting that they are marked, looked at the cards (real close!) for a good minute or two, and still found nothing. And if you practice reading the markings, this will be your best marked deck.
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Very hard to detect! Report this review
Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on June 8th, 2022
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The best marked deck I have seen.
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Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on June 1st, 2022
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I loved the first version of Gliders and didn't think they could be improved very much. The new V2 version achieved it!

The new designs on the Jacks, Queens, Kings, and Jokers are way better. The box looks and feels great. And the cards themselves handle really nicely.

The marking system isn't as easy to read as some other decks, but they're very clear about that in the ad copy. Once you know the system it's pretty easy to see, but it's next to impossible for a layperson to catch it. The claims of holding up to the riffle test are true!
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Incredibly difficult to read Report this review
Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on June 8th, 2022
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Incredibly difficult to read
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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on February 22nd, 2024
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I have not performed with this deck yet, but I love the feel of the cards and they handle well for me. The backs take a little time to decode, but with a little practice it becomes easier. I looked at the backs before knowing the secret, and could not detect the differences. Well recommended!
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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on June 28th, 2023
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The system is perfect. I have different marked deck systems that I have used according to the crowd I'll be performing to, Glider Back V2 is perfect for those with "knowitalls", "hecklers", "handburningskills" etc.

Easy to learn, only requires practice, I'm pretty sure we are all aware of that... practice. I'm very familiar with marked decks and even thou I don't use them often, normally within an hour I'm already familiarized with their systems. With Glider Back V2 code, you "might" need little bit longer of constant random test draws to get it ready for performance.

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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on May 17th, 2023
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This deck is quality and so much fun. For fans of a classic royal blue and white back, there is nothing better than this back design. The faces are wonderfully customized but very legible. Now the marking… endless fun. At first I was a little frustrated by trying to find the key online but when I did I realized it’s a guarded secret for a reason ;).

-Magic D. Magician Tarot
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Verified buyer Pro Privacy ON (login to see reviewer names) on May 12th, 2023
Awesome cards, nice feel. Perfect decks, thank you!
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