Unleash Your Child's Potential with the Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle

Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle is a popular toy that brings excitement and fun to children of all ages. This small, lightweight vehicle is designed to race along the Magic Tracks, which are flexible and can be easily bent and shaped into different track configurations. The main idea behind Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle is to provide an interactive and creative play experience for children by allowing them to build and customize their own tracks. The mini vehicle is equipped with LED lights that illuminate the track, creating a visually stimulating and captivating effect as it zooms around. The LED lights also provide a sense of magic and wonder, enhancing the overall play experience. The vehicle is powered by batteries, ensuring that it can keep running for hours of thrilling playtime.

L eonardo da Vinci liked to think that he was as good at engineering as he was at painting, and though this was not actually the case (nobody was as good at engineering as he was at painting), the basis for his creativity was an enthusiasm for interweaving diverse disciplines. With a passion both playful and obsessive, he pursued innovative studies of anatomy, mechanics, art, music, optics, birds, the heart, flying machines, geology, and weaponry. He wanted to know everything there was to know about everything that could be known. By standing astride the intersection of the arts and the sciences, he became history’s most creative genius.

He dissected human faces, delineating the muscles that move the lips, and combined that knowledge with the science of how the retina processes perceptions. Pederson goes on to point out that as Leonardo was a master of atmospheric effects his use of light, particularly in the background of the portrait, is not only unusual, but extraordinary.

The vehicle is powered by batteries, ensuring that it can keep running for hours of thrilling playtime. One of the great features of Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle is its flexibility. The track pieces can be easily snapped together and can be curved, twisted, and turned in any direction.

The magic of the Mona Lisa

I have just received the "Mona Lisa McComb" set and was at first happily surprised to discover that it was in fact released by "Black Rabbit Magic, a division of the Miracle Factory".
The quality of the books that Todd Karr is releasing has always impressed me, both by their contents and by the way they are manufactured.

Unfortunately, this time, in despite of the "foolproof interlocking design" and the "elegant portfolio" that came with the set, I have to say that I was quite disappointed by the reproduction of the actual paintings: their colors are way off from the originals, and for my set at least, extremely dark (to the point that people might not even recognize the famous Mona Lisa. I am not kidding). I am also questionning the visibility of these cards on stage.

I have alerted Todd, and asked him to check with his printing services if my set came from an isolated poor quality batch. Until this is sorted out, I cannot obviously recommend the investment.
Thomas

Coming back on my previous review: my expectations were set quite high for this trick, because as I explain further down, I already had envisionned this as what could be a great introduction to another trick that I enjoy performing.

After several e-mail exchanges with Todd Karr, I came to realize that my negative post here might have a bigger impact than what I could imagine:
as an art lover, I couldn't but focus on the inacurracy of the colors in the reproductions of Mona Lisa I got, when the advertisement photos were showing an original set of props with the correct tones. But what was quite unacceptable for me could be of little importance for others.

In all fairness, I should have added that the new working Todd and his team came up with and the choice of props (including the portfolio) were up to my expectations. If it wasn't about the problem with the painting reproductions, I would have reviewed Mona Lisa McComb as a top quality trick.

And because what matters is more an audience reaction rather than my own taste for the paintings, I decided to try the trick in the real world anyway, just last Sunday. Since the beginning, I had an entire piece on the Da Vinci code, and was planning on performing the Mona Lisa McComb trick followed by the Puzzle from Sagiv Levy at Alpha Magic. Todd encouraged me by giving me what turned out to be a great idea as a "workaround" for the inacurracy of the paintings: I presented the paintings as forgeries, easily recognizable by the darker colors compared to the original (smart idea!).

I have to say that not only did I get a very nice reaction from my audience, I think, I got even a greater reaction for the following trick (The Mona Lisa puzzle), because I never knew until then, how to bring that one into play.

In summary, even if my first impression was negative, this trick by its working has such a powerful method that it plays very well. My audience was fooled and very responsive.

I guess I could make mine the saying "only stupid people never change their mind".
Thanks Todd for your help,

Hi - I've been doing McCombical deck for quite a while now, and am quite happy with it. I saw an ad for Mona Lisa McComb, and the premise sounds quite interesting. However can somebody tell me what kind of presentation comes with the effect - is it bare-bones or not?

Many thanks in advance.

So, have subsequent batches improved the color problem on the portraits? I'm considering buying this as something I can use with adults and older kids, but don't want to if the paintings are still as poor as described in the first post.

Thanks for any feedback.

I bought this about a year ago, and the quality of the paintings were excellent - I thought the reproductions was VERY nice. One note about this effect: I think it's strictly a platform/stage effect, at least for me. I had bought it in hopes of doing it at private parties in homes, but decided it would not work.

When Todd was a guest here, I asked him about it, and he was quite sure it was something that can be done in parlor situations, provided you watch angles, etc. I like effects that are virtually "bullet-proof", able to be done anywhere without worrying about distance, angles, and other things. So, this effect was not for me.

I will say, however, that every part of it is done with care and competence. Even the instructions/routine are done on very nice paper, with excellent photos. It is a quality item for sure.

I thought I would add my two cents here. I purchased this effect recently and, I must say, I was a little disappointed with the 'improved' method. As Ron points out, this effect is only suitable for platform/stage. Angles are iffy, if your audience is too close (say 15 feet) it could be an issue.

I have since re-worked the method to suit my needs and it has made a tremendous difference. While the 'foolproof, interlocking design' was a nice idea, sometimes the old methods work best. A paper-cutter, some magician's wax and a bit of patience and I now have a prop that is easier to handle, is angle/distance proof and capable of fooling the most astute audience.

I have a set in perfect condition I'm willing to sell for less than the list price at Hocus-Pocus.
The descriptions above are correct and I agree with everything that was said. Also note a verions of this was performed by David Copperfield with record albums on TV and in his stage shows years ago and went over very will.
The effect is well thought out and can be really funny, it is well worth the time it takes to perfect the performance.
If anyone is interested PM me for details.

When Todd was a guest here, I asked him about it, and he was quite sure it was something that can be done in parlor situations, provided you watch angles, etc. I like effects that are virtually "bullet-proof", able to be done anywhere without worrying about distance, angles, and other things. So, this effect was not for me.

This flexibility allows children to create unique and challenging tracks, adding a sense of creativity and problem-solving to their play. Additionally, the track is designed to be compatible with other Magic Tracks sets, allowing children to expand and connect multiple sets to create an even more extensive track design. Another exciting aspect of Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle is its speed. The vehicle can race along the tracks at a fast pace, providing a thrilling and adrenaline-pumping experience for children. Its small size and lightweight design allow it to maneuver effortlessly through corners and bends, adding an extra element of excitement to the play. Overall, Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle offers a fantastic play experience for children. It combines creativity, problem-solving, and excitement, making it a top choice for toy enthusiasts. The flexibility of the track and the illuminating LED lights of the vehicle make for an engaging and visually stunning playtime. Whether racing against friends or challenging themselves to create the ultimate track design, children are sure to have endless fun with Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle..

Reviews for "Unlock the Magic with the Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle"

1. Jane - 2 stars - I was really disappointed with the Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle. The set was advertised as being easy to assemble, but I found it incredibly difficult and frustrating. The pieces didn't fit together well and often came apart while my child was playing with it. The lights were also very dim and hardly visible, which was a letdown considering the product's name. Overall, I would not recommend this toy.

2. Mark - 1 star - The Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle was a complete waste of money. The track pieces were poorly made and broke easily, so we weren't able to create the fun and exciting tracks promised in the advertisements. The car also didn't move smoothly on the track and frequently got stuck or derailed. My child quickly lost interest and became frustrated with this toy, and I regret buying it.

3. Sarah - 2 stars - I was not impressed with the Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle. The car's remote control was flimsy and didn't provide accurate control over the vehicle. The tracks themselves were difficult to snap together, and the connectors often came loose during play. Additionally, the car's battery life was disappointingly short, which meant my child couldn't enjoy it for long periods of time. Overall, I think there are better options available in the market.

4. Michael - 3 stars - The Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle had its flaws. While my child initially enjoyed playing with it, the novelty wore off quickly. The tracks were somewhat difficult to assemble, and the car's lights were not as bright as advertised. However, the car did move smoothly on the track, and it was nice to see my child engaged in imaginative play. It's an average toy, but I expected a bit more for the price.

The Mini Magic Tracks Vehicle: A Toy That Transcends Age