Quick answer

Yes, the OPC Avocardos are good for cardistry—they use premium crushed USPCC stock, which is a proven performer. But their limited run and novelty theme matter more for collectors than for pure cardistry performance.

The stock is what counts

Cardistry relies on the deck's handling—flexibility, snap, and durability. The Avocardos are printed by USPCC on premium crushed stock, the same type used by many professional cardistry brands. That means they should fan, spring, and shuffle reliably out of the box.

Limited run means limited practice

Only 3,000 decks were printed (1,500 pairs). If you wear one out practicing, finding a replacement at the original price may be difficult. For daily practice, a more widely available deck might be a better choice.

The gimmick card adds magic potential

The deck includes a duplicate 9 of spades and a gimmick card, which is a bonus for magicians. For cardistry-only users, these extras are irrelevant but don't hurt performance.

Verdicts

  • Performance: Good for cardistry due to premium crushed USPCC stock. Handles similarly to other crushed decks.
  • Availability: Limited to 3,000 decks. Hard to replace once worn out. If you plan to practice heavily, buy a backup while they're in stock.
  • Novelty factor: The avocado theme is fun but doesn't affect handling. It's a collector item that also performs.

Product facts

  • OPC PLAYING CARDS AVOCARDOS: Printed by USPCC on premium crushed stock. Crushed stock is thinner and more flexible, giving better fanning and spring action for cardistry.

    OPC PLAYING CARDS AVOCARDOS

    OPC PLAYING CARDS AVOCARDOS

  • OPC PLAYING CARDS AVOCARDOS: Limited run of 3,000 decks (1,500 pairs). Once sold out, replacements are scarce—not ideal for heavy practice sessions.

  • OPC PLAYING CARDS AVOCARDOS: Comes with a duplicate 9 of spades and a gimmick card. Useful for magic routines but adds no benefit for pure cardistry.