Play a classic the way it was meant to be played. The Bicycle Pinochle Playing Cards are available individually in your choice of red or blue Rider Back. Each 48‑card deck is purpose‑built for pinochle with two of each rank from 9 through Ace in all four suits, giving you authentic melds and trick‑taking play right out of the box. Printed in the USA on premium USPCC stock with the signature Air‑Cushion Finish, these standard‑index decks deliver smooth shuffles, crisp fans, and the durability players expect from Bicycle.
Game heritage: Pinochle evolved from the European melding games bezique/binokel and arrived in America with German‑speaking immigrants in the 19th century, becoming a Midwest favorite known for its distinctive melds—marriages, runs, and the famous Q♠ + J♦ “pinochle”. Euchre, a related Midwestern staple played with a stripped 24‑card pack, helped popularize the Joker as the “Best Bower” and the terms right/left bower from the German Bauer (farmer). Since 1885, Bicycle has produced specialty packs—pinochle, euchre, bridge—alongside its 808 Rider Backs to support these enduring American pastimes.
Features:
- Legendary Bicycle Rider Back design in red and blue
- Standard index for easy readability and familiar play
- Authentic 48-card pinochle decks
- Air‑Cushion Finish for smooth handling; made in the USA
- Perfect for clubs, collectors, and classic card game fans
Enjoy the tradition and performance of Bicycle Pinochle Playing Cards – Rider Back, Standard Index, at ClassicDecks.com.
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