Setup: All you need is a rubber band and a borrowed ring. There are no other tools or props required. This technique is similar to “Torn and Restored Elastic” with a ring added into the mix. Any sized ring can be used as long as it doesn’t have gaps in it. Pinch the center of the band, let it come off both fingers, and put your fingers into the gap. Then stretch everything out, pulling both sides of the band farther apart. Tilt the band back and forth, letting the ring slide up and down. Let everything reset in your hand before you give out the items for inspection.

Pro Tips: Use a medium or large size rubber band that is strong enough to be doubled-up and stretched. We recommend performing this at least six feet away so spectators cannot see the rubber band is actually doubled-up.

Ben Salinas reveals more easy-to-learn tricks in this series: “Hotshot with Rubber Bands.” Next, explore these other courses on the platform: “Amazing Tricks with Reza,” “Close-Up 21,” and “Complete Card Magic.”