Our Favorite Gags

The Gag's Christmas/Holiday Gift Ideas aisle is now open! Make sure to drop by for great new items like the Pull My Finger Santa and the Rockin' Roaster, plus classics like the Soc-O-Magic Magic Set, Soc-O-Gags Pracitcal Joke Set, and all your holiday wear like Reindeer Antlers, Elf Hats and Elf Shoes, and Santa Suits!

Car Craziness!

Wow, do people ever love to mess with other people's cars! And oh, do people hate it when people mess with their cars! You could throws eggs at a guy's door every night for a week and he'd grumble a little as he hosed it off the next morning... but let one piece of egg shell land on his ride and you better make sure you didn't leave any stray DNA on the egg because he'll find you!

That's why we here at The Gag, purely as a way to keep our customers from being chased down the street by a man with an axe after you soaped the windows of his Firebird, introduce the new Car Craziness selection of products. There are some real classics here, too. The Auto Exhaust Whistle is a longtime favorite of pranksters... simply slip it into the tailpipe of your victim and watch as he squeals all the way down the block. Perhaps you would like to assist a friend in decorating his car with fake bullet holes or scratches... we can help. And finally, for those of you who just want to add a little class to you or a friend's vehicle, we offer the CarBuddies antenna toppers... Barney the Flying Rubber Chicken, Layla the Hula Girl, and Moe the Parrot... when it's time to take a step up from Styrofoam.

So, make sure to drop by our newest section today and stock up on a little Car Craziness for your neighborhood... just make sure to wear good shoes in case you have to dart out of the path of a crazed buddy trying to hit you with his Pacer.

Shocking Stuff!

Remember watching Who Framed Roger Rabbit and seeing Marvin Acme nail Eddie Valiant with his best seller, the Hand Buzzer? Well, here's the thing... Hand Buzzers don't really shock people... they never did, actually (think about it, it's in your own hand, you would get shocked, too!). However, that hasn't kept the geniuses of gags from coming up with a wide selection of pranks that allow you to actually shock your friends and loved ones in the comfort of your own home!

Our new Shocking Stuff aisle has an electrifying collection of great shocking pranks... the Shock Lighter, great for that guy who keeps stealing your lighter when you go out for a smoke; the Shock Calculator, Shock Pen, and Shock Computer Mouse, for loads of fun around the office; and even two shocking books... leave them on a table and wait for the fun to begin! Now, none of these products actually hurt people, they just startle them with the same level of juice you would get if you put your tongue on a nine volt battery (yeah, like you haven't tried it before). So stop on by the Shocking Stuff section today and put a little spark back in your step!

Magic Moment for May 2003:

Send This Gag To Camp!

Around this time last year, we started noticing a wonderful trend. Mothers and Fathers all around this great nation of ours began sending our great collections of magic tricks and classic pranks to their sons and daughters who were away at summer camp.

We can remember our trips to the YMCA summer camps as a child and we know we would have loved to get a summer camp care package chock full of the best in classic magic tricks or practical jokes!

If you have a little camper heading out in to the wild this summer, make sure to check out our Magic Pack by The Gag collection of magic tricks, or one of our various Gag Bags (now in three great sizes!). Or, if you would like to spread the care packages over a few months, check out our Magic Trick of the Month Club or Gag of the Month Club... sure to be a camper pleaser all summer long!

Our big day is fast approaching... April Fool's Day!

And to celebrate, we've collected our best pranks into a brand new section, "April Fool's Day Pranks & Practical Jokes". Plus, we've created three new great combo deals: The Gag Bag Jr., The Gag Candy Grab Bag, and The Prank Car Damage Combo!

Jump in the bath tub with your favorite celebrity!

Our newest arrivals this month, The Celebriducks, take the likeness of the biggest stars of today and yesterday and put them on a real rubber duckie. You have to see this to believe it!

Introducing our first ever Holiday Gift Ideas Collection!

Maybe it’s just because we’re a bunch of kids in grown-up costumes (after all, we own a prank shop!), but we just love this time of year! That’s why we’ve put together a special collection of pranks, gag gifts, and magic tricks just for this holiday season.

Our Holiday Gift Ideas Collection features two new entries that are sure to be favorites this holiday season: the Soc-O-Magic and the Soc-O-Gags! These two somewhat traditional looking Christmas stockings are filled to the brim with eight classic pranks or magic tricks and are ready to be hung by the fire with care. These started flying off the shelves the first day we put them out, so get your orders in early!

Another great new gift idea is our Gag of the Month Club. Just like other "of the month" type clubs that give you jams or fruit, we're sending you great pranks, practical jokes, and gags every month! Plus, we give you a great "Welcome Bonus"... your very own Whoopee Cushion! Break free of those boring old clubs you've sent before and send your friends and family great laughs every month for 3, 6, or 12 month memberships.

Our Holiday Gift Ideas Collection also expands our classic assortment of Wacky Wearables with a cavalcade of holiday favorites. Just in time for those office parties, make sure to pick up your very own set of Reindeer Antlers or an Elf Hat with Ears - the perfect accessory for any outfit!

Magic Moment for Holiday 2002
Our Holiday Gift Ideas Collection Continues!

Magic is a great gift for kids of all ages and that’s why we’ve expanded our collection of Starter and Deluxe Magic Sets just in time for the holidays with three new collections from the great magic makers at Empire Magic! With sets starting at just $8.49, there's sure to be a gift just right for your wallet!

Another great addition to our magic line is our Magic Trick of the Month Club. This is the gift that can last all year since each month a new magic trick and bonus magical arts lessons arrive by mail. Similar to other "of the month" clubs you've probably seen before, each month's shipment features one of our great magic tricks, plus a selection of other magic tricks that you can perform with items from around the house. Plus, every membership gets a bonus gift of a book of at least 100 magic tricks! Makes a great gift for everyone who is interested in magic... even you!

Smell The Fear of Count Fartula!

What can we say, we were hooked on this little guy from the moment he hit the warehouse! This gassy ghoul is a popular addition to our Halloween Fun family and is sure to make a great addition to the festive decorations of any prankster’s home!

How cool is this little booger, let us break it down for you! For one, he looks just like a little Count Dracula… the red cape and tie, the purple suit, the good haircut… stunning! Then, there’s his namesake…he farts… a lot! In fact, this guy farts so hard he actually shakes during his, um, eruptions… now that’s power from beyond the grave! And finally, he talks! In fact, he says seven great phrases, including "FART! Smell my fear!", "FART! Sink your teeth into that!", "FART! That will live forever, too!", "Look into my eyes... FART! Gotcha!", "FART! Ah, the wind beneath my wings!", "FART! That garlic gets me every time!", and "FART! Open the coffin, let me out!"

Count Fartula is selling fast, and since they are just here for Halloween, when they’re gone, they’re gone! So, order yours today in time for Halloween!

Magic Moment for October 2002
Thunder and Lighting at Your Fingertips!

We know that the Thunder and Lightning FX Box isn’t like our other monthly magical moments… but this is no ordinary Halloween gift either!

Just like the name suggests, the Thunder and Lightning FX Box is a portable, motion activated sound effects box that generates realistic thunder sounds and lightning flashes. Simply hide the Thunder and Lightning FX Box somewhere where passers by won’t see it, point the motion censor in the right direction, and watch your friends jump with a big flash of light and a loud clap of thunder!

We sold out of the Thunder and Lightning FX Box in the first week we had them up on the sight. But, we got more in stock now, so order yours today in time for Halloween arrival!

Ever Boinked Someone at Work?

Imagine having a box marked "Why You Suck as a Boss - Your Self-Evaluation Survey Results" move from the mailroom, past your co-workers, to you boss’ secretary, and then to your boss' own desk! Or how about one that reads "Who Needs Sleep?: Your Guide to Getting Your Employees to Work Insane Hours - And Love Every Minute of It!"? And how would you like to pull that off without your boss ever knowing who did it?

Those great lines and many more are the premise behind BoinkMail… a simple office prank with a powerful punch. The joke is all in the stickers on the outside of the box… in fact, that’s all there is to it! But, by the time the box makes it to your victim’s desk, the damage is already done!

Of course, The Gag carries all the great Boss’ Day pranks from BoinkMail … so why not Boink someone today?!

Magic Moment for September 2002
"Then I rose off the ground about 3 inches!"

Usually, we summarize the letters received here at The Gag, but this month, there is just no way we could recreate the excitement conveyed in this month’s Magic Moment. Ethan B. of Nevada writes to tell us of his adventures after purchasing the "How To Do Street Magic" video in our new "Videos of Magic" section:

"I busted open the packaging, and shoved it into the VCR. To be honest, I was skeptical at first because I didn’t know what to expect. But after watching the first trick, I knew I was into something good... very good. And it only got better.

"Then, I had to find my "dummy." Someone that was willing to sit through attempt after attempt, until I was ready for the "real world." I know that I won't ever forget when the glass on the dinner table disappeared. My dad’s eyes were almost as big as the half dollar that was in my pocket, ready to be used for my next move. I soon found out that this look was common.

"Anyone who purchases the video should be prepared for heads slamming on tables, and the funniest response I’ve had so far, seeing peoples’ back as they RUN AWAY! I couldn't believe it.

"If only they knew how easy it was to do with a little practice...

"Then I rose off the ground, about 3 inches. I stumbled, almost falling over. “It took all the energy out of me" I replied. They watched, amazed, and the teacher (an educated man of PHYSICS), stumbled just as I did. “I think I may have broken some of Newton’s laws," I said softly. The teacher looked at me with eyes like those of my father’s.

"Throughout that day, I performed several tricks I had learned and received similar looks. Those huge, bugged- eyed looks are scary at first, but take my word, you get used to them.

"The one thing I can’t forget to mention is the green, and I’m not talking about the dollar I made float in thin air.

"People still offer me cash in exchange for the secrets. It is SO VERY HARD to say no! But that is what makes it fun. Knowing that I know something that others are so crazy about gives you a rush, and once you start, you will not be able to stop. And what is most amazing is that you can do it anytime, with any cards, or any coin.

"Imagine what it can do for you, just as I did. I promise you that it will fulfill those hopes, and then some. Listen to them talk, as your name is tossed around with respect. They love you, and you in turn love this video. I know I do, and am so grateful I bought it. It has changed me, and will change you too!"

Ethan may have a flare for the dramatic, but we here at The Gag can't believe the response to "How To Do Street Magic" since we started carrying this video on our site... so many in fact, we had to give it a whole testimonials page!

The Rubber Chicken and You

Behold the humble Rubber Chicken... a simple gag if there ever was one. It doesn’t require any skill beyond a strong grasp, there are no complicated mechanisms to break down during the height of a prank, it makes no sounds that could scare small children or animals... it just lies there in waiting for its next goofy use.

And what does the Rubber Chicken ask of you in return - nothing! Well, nothing more than maybe being kept away from animals, but that hardly comes up. No, the Rubber Chicken would rather just perform his clowning duties with little or no mention of its own needs. Don’t you wish you had more friends and co-workers like the Rubber Chicken? I know I do…

While the Rubber Chicken does not always understand why it gets so many laughs at just the very sight of it... being swung in front of small children by clowns, being discovered in kitchen pantries or refrigerators, or being thrown at professional sports teams or leaders of the free world... it never questions its power.

Behold the humble Rubber Chicken today! Of course, The Gag carries the Rubber Chicken and its ever-so-portable Key Chain Version... so why not make this living legend a part of your prank collection today?!

Magic (or Pranky) Moment for August 2002
The Great Moo Cow Mailing of 2002

One of our great customers, Brin-Marie from San Francisco, CA had one of the more original prank ideas this long-time prankster has heard in years and asked us for our help in making it a reality.

Brin-Marie had the fabulous idea of taking a collection of Moo Cow Cylinders (a.k.a. Country Cows) – those simple little cylinder shaped toys that mimic a cow’s moo when turned over – and mailing them all to a friend. But the trick was, she made sure that the Moo Cow Cylinders were organized so that no matter which way the package was turned, the box would moo! We here at The Gag knew it would work before she even told us of her adventure because the box was mooing before it even left our warehouse!

If the idea wasn’t great enough on its own, Brin enjoyed a little bonus fun when she went to mail the box to her friend in person at the post office. From what we hear, Brin said that while the contents were not fragile, they were kind of noisy. This prompted the postal worker to turn the box and have it moo in front of a captured audience and create giggles supreme!

Thanks Brin for this great gag! We still have plenty of Moo Cow Cylinders in stock, so grab a bunch today!

The Joy of Buzzin’

Yeah, I remember my first Joy Buzzer… I don’t know about you, but I was a big Warner Bros. Cartoon fan growing up (heck, I still linger a little longer than a man my age with no children should when I pass over them on the Cartoon Network). Characters like Bugs Bunny and Foghorn Leghorn use to use the Joy Buzzer all the time in their act… usually as part of a ruse to end a battle only for Elmer or whomever to get what appears to be a zillion volts through them upon shaking hands.

Of course, the real-world versions never really packed as much punch as their cartoon counterparts. But they worked a lot better than you would expect considering it is just a little noise. I once made the mother of a friend of mine drop a tray of food when I touched her on the shoulder with one - I wasn’t allowed over much after that... Joy Buzzers are one of those gags you can easily integrate into your regular office routine, except of course if you’re a doctor… but even then, that might even be fun to watch!

Of course, The Gag has Joy Buzzer in stock as part of our regular collection pranks, both separately and as part of The Gag Bag along with 12 other prank classics, which is still on special this month for only $19.99.

The Whoopee Cushion & The Fart Machine

What is it about the sound of a fart that makes most of us giggle? Is it the fact that the act itself is so taboo? Is the simple thought that we know we shouldn’t have done it during a child’s baptism that floors us all? While these questions may be too deep to ever be answered, one thing is for sure… a fake fart is a classic gag.

Perhaps the simplest, yet effective classic fart gag is the Whoopee Cushion. While depending on the maker, it is sometimes known as a Razzberry or Fart Cushion, the concept is always the same… a bladder of air is snuck under the victims’ chair cushion, an ordinary plop down on the sofa, and “BRRRRRAPPPP!” the damage is done. For some reason, kids dig this one most of all… to the point to where they no longer bother hiding the thing. They just run up and hit you in the hindquarters with a blown up Whoopee Cushion and they laugh like Nitrous Oxide is leaking into the room. For just that reason, The Gag has this classic in stock at all times, as well as the portable Whoopee Cushion Key Chain for the prankster on the go.

A new gag on the scene is The Fart Machine, which is basically an electronic remote controlled Whoopee Cushion. With the ability to place the speaker portion in one area while keeping the remote close at hand, the tough decision here is where is the best place to hide a fart? You could go for the classic under the cushion prank, but you’re not really taking advantage of the new technology now are you? My favorite is sneaking it into a baby’s carrier or stroller and waiting for the unsuspecting baby admirer to lean in for a coo and “BRRRRRAPPPP!” – you’ve got ‘em. This is particularly fun during family get-togethers when relatives just aren’t letting the little tyke go to sleep. Of course, The Gag has The Fart Machine in stock as well for all you new age pranksters.

Magic Moment for June 2002

We received a great idea from Sandy W. in The Gag’s home state of Wisconsin who told us how she recently purchased our assortment of fan-favorite magic tricks called The Magic Pack because of her son’s recent interest in the illusionary arts. While we have many customers whose kids are big fans of our magic tricks, we thought this tale was particularly interesting.

Sandy had the great idea of using the various magic tricks as incentives for good behavior. Every time her son did all his chores or behaved in a particularly boring situation, he received a new trick from the Magic Pack… and with the assortment of tricks available in The Gag’s own collection of tricks, she will no doubt still be rewarding her son’s good behavior for weeks to come.

For those of you interested in The Magic Pack by The Gag, we have this collection of popular magic tricks on sale this month for only $19.99!

May 2002:

Leslie Nielsen, star of comedic film greats such as the Airplane! and Naked Gun series, is famous for using Le Farter during interviews, but without letting the interviewer know he’s using it! So, at an opportune time during the interview (like when it’s quiet), Nielsen would lean to one side, give the Le Farter a little squeeze and appear to let one go on national television much to the chagrin of some of television's greatest interviewers like David Letterman and Larry King.