Improved Kavorting Kords

by Jerry Mentzer

Here is a clever rope mystery from the creative mind of Jerry Mentzer — a compact, visual routine with two ropes, two knots, and several magical surprises.

The performer displays two different colored ropes, traditionally one red and one white. A knot is tied in each rope. With almost no warning, the knot from one rope magically changes places with the knot on the other rope. Then, just when the audience thinks they understand the idea, the knots transpose back again.

But Jerry did not stop there.

For the finish, the knots are slid right off the ropes and vanish completely. What began as a simple two-rope effect turns into a surprising sequence of magical transpositions and impossible knot magic.

This is a great routine for close-up, parlor, club shows, family shows, and rope magic collectors. The use of contrasting colored ropes makes the effect easy for the audience to follow, even from a short distance. The plot is direct, the props are familiar, and the magic is visual: knots jump, move, and finally disappear.

It is also a nice change of pace from the usual cut-and-restored rope routine. There is no long setup story required. Just two ropes, two knots, and a lot of magical misbehavior. The “Kords” really do Kavort.

Supplied complete with the necessary ropes and printed instructions.

Skill Level: Intermediate. Suitable for ages 14 to adult.