Grip Stick by Penguin Magic - Extra Hold

“As someone who uses roughing sticks all the time, I love the Grip Stick. It works GREAT” - David Jonathan

"The ultimate addition to every close-up case! I just used Extra Hold on location to make a gimmick I normally pay $20 for." - Michael Ammar

Take control of your card magic with a tool the Penguin Magic workshop guarded for years.

Grip Stick is a precision-blended roughing stick responsible for many of the most popular rough-and-smooth effects released in recent years. Now, you can use the exact same secret to build your own gaffed cards—tuned to your hands and your routines.

This isn’t an off-the-shelf roughing compound. Dozens of formulas were tested to create a stick that performs exactly the way working magicians want. You get two formulations for complete control: the trusted Standard formula you know from professional releases, and an Extra Hold option when you need stronger adhesion for demanding effects.

Along with the stick, you’ll receive a detailed tutorial taught by Erik Tait, covering how to create classic gaffed decks like the Invisible Deck, Mirage Deck, and more—plus custom effects he uses in real-world performances.

Each block makes hundreds of cards, giving you the freedom to experiment, refine, and build exactly what your magic requires.

Reliable. Adjustable. Workshop-tested.

If you want full control over your rough-and-smooth magic, Grip Stick puts it in your hands.