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The Rubik's Cube Thread

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RCuber
RCuber Original post #1
Jun 2, 2011 at 11:57 AM
Hey guys, are there any members who solves a Rubik's Cube?
I have been cubing from past couple of years and recently started speedsolving.

I think some previous members solved the Rubik's cube, but I cannot recall.

EDIT: Some info about different 3x3 cubes available


There are two types of cubes.
1. Standard
2. DIY (also assembled)

1. Standard ones are funskook, local Chinese ones.
these Chinese ones are surprisingly smoother at first due to a lube pre applied in the factory. Funskool doesn't have any lube, if you handle the cube properly then it will get a little smoother over a few weeks, otherwise it will get very tight and loose interest in cubing. Avoid ₹20 ones, they will break within a week(or few days). Its possible to mod the Funskool ones to make it much smoother, but newbies may destroy the cube if not properly done. Most speed cubers don't prefer these cubes as its difficult to achieve lower times with these.

2. DIY Cubes - you can take apart all parts and assemble it back. one can adjust the tension in these, almost all speedcubers prefer these.
There are many models available at different budgets and colors (transparent included). Most companies which make these compete against each other for the worlds fastest cube title (or at least the record).

I have two Dayan Guhong, Alpha V, Couple of Cube4You, and others. I had one Type F-II which I gave to ico.

if you are starting to learn cubing then I would recommend Type F-II, its fast/smooth and cheap too, if you are serious then Dayan Zhanchi or Guhong V2.

This thread has almost all cubes listed Lightake Official Store--Full Of Surprise!47% OFF!!

Go through this thread also .. it has very good info about different brand cubes(mostly Alpha Cubes).

*www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthr...arification-of-the-Naming-of-the-Alpha-Series
T
The Conqueror #2
Jun 2, 2011 at 1:51 PM
I do have a Rubik's Cube. I know there are some sure shot algorithms to find the solution in n ways. But the terminology itself was daunting so left it. Would be glad to learn though.
Zangetsu
Jun 2, 2011 at 2:21 PM
which cube u use 3X3 or 9X9 or 18X18???
thetechfreak
Jun 2, 2011 at 2:23 PM
I try very very very hard to solve one, but have never managed to :cry: :mad:
RCuber
RCuber #5
Jun 2, 2011 at 2:42 PM
I do have a Rubik's Cube. I know there are some sure shot algorithms to find the solution in n ways. But the terminology itself was daunting so left it. Would be glad to learn though.

I try very very very hard to solve one, but have never managed to :cry: :mad:

There are different methods of solving a cube right from intuitive, Beginners method, then more advanced methods like F2L (which I use) , block building methods etc.

Why most beginners give up cubing because they tend to solve all six sides of the cube one by one. This is highly difficult and not the best method to start with.

The beginners method also known as the layer by layer method. in this method one solves the cube layer by layer i., first, second and then the last layer.

There are many videos available in youtube for this. One of the most watched video is from "pogobat" but the his explanation is very complicated. I would instead advice to look into "badmephisto" videos. His tutorials are intended for advanced cubers but he does have a excellent beginners method tutorial.

I will give the correct links once i'm at home.. youtube blocked in office :(

That being said. One can learn how to solve the Rubik's cube in less than 2 Days :)


which cube u use 3X3 or 9X9 or 18X18???

I can solve 2x2x2, 3x3x3, 4x4x4 and a Square-1 :) I only enjoy solving the 3x3x3's
skeletor
Jun 2, 2011 at 6:26 PM
I try very very very hard to solve one, but have never managed to :cry: :mad:
There are plenty of YouTube videos. It is not hard actually. You need to experience the various situations and learn the algorithms. :)
RCuber
RCuber #7
Jun 2, 2011 at 6:37 PM
Actually the first two layers does not need algorithms .. last layer only requires about 3.
sygeek
sygeek #9
Jun 2, 2011 at 7:24 PM
You just initiated the spark, I will starting cubing again for this summer.
I can solve a whole Rubik Cube. I guess I was just 9 when I first solved it. Although I left it for now. My fastest time was 39.6 seconds.
I can only solve a 3x3x3. Where can I get a 2x2x2/4x4x4?

I used the Jessica Fridrich method. Which one did you use? Any new methods invented during the timeline of my Rubik Cube's ignorance?
RCuber
RCuber #10
Jun 2, 2011 at 7:59 PM
Where can I get a 2x2x2/4x4x4?

I order it online using this site : Lightake.com. They accept only Paypal and they ship the products for free. But the delivery can take anywhere from 3-4 weeks. you can buy LanLan's 2x2 and 4x4 those very good quality cubes.

I used the Jessica Fridrich method. Which one did you use? Any new methods invented during the timeline of my Rubik Cube's ignorance?

Even I use Jessica Fridrich method but now a days they just call it F2L (First Two Layers). Its the method used by most speedsolvers. There are other methods as well but not as popular as F2L. you can check those in speedsolving wiki
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #11
Jun 3, 2011 at 9:44 AM
@Charan: which r good quality cubes???
I bought from street @20rs but they r crapy waste...
Garbage
Garbage #12
Jun 3, 2011 at 10:29 AM
Robot Ruby breaks Rubik's record - Swinburne Media Centre
RCuber
RCuber #13
Jun 3, 2011 at 10:53 AM
@Charan: which r good quality cubes???
I bought from street @20rs but they r crapy waste...

You can try funschool brand. those cost Rs. 275. They are still crappy compared to other DIY Cubes.

Here is the list of top cubes.

Dayan Guhong - price varies from $12-$19 online. This is the one which I have it cost me $14 and I guess the best in the world
Sheng En - Type F-II - about $8
Alpha V (Five) - $11-$12
Cube4You DIY range. $9 and up.

I think the best cube for beginers would be the Cube4You DIY's are they have pretty sturdy build quality.

Please note that these cubes are only available online. There hardly any DIY cubes available in india. I think there is one guy in mumbai who sells these cubes. let me know if you want his contact.

Robot Ruby breaks Rubik's record - Swinburne Media Centre

Nope it broke the fastest time be a robot, not a WR solve.. its still 6.24 held by Feliks Zemdegs. So still the hoomans win here :D
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #14
Jun 3, 2011 at 10:57 AM
^^wont I get the good quality cubes in Mumbai???
RCuber
RCuber #15
Jun 3, 2011 at 11:00 AM
^^wont I get the good quality cubes in Mumbai???
The best cubes you get in stores are the funschool brand. not sure about DIY's.

Just check in a few stores. tomorrow ill check if there are any guys who sell imported cubes in Mumbai.
T
The Conqueror #16
Jun 3, 2011 at 6:47 PM
Any good cubes here ? ->Rubik's Cube | eBay

This one looks cool ->White 3x3 Speedcubing Guojia Alpha Rubiks Cube Type A I | eBay
sygeek
sygeek #17
Jun 3, 2011 at 6:53 PM
I got a FunSkool Rubik's Cube..they are decent enough (just decent) although better than other cheap Rubiks Cube available in the market..
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #18
Jun 3, 2011 at 9:32 PM
just look at the design just plain smooth...loved it...

Dayan Guhong 3x3x3 DIYKIT - Black [DY216] - $8.99 : Cube4you, - Online Cube Store -- Ship to worldwide!
RCuber
RCuber #19
Jun 4, 2011 at 2:11 AM
Any good cubes here ? ->Rubik's Cube | eBay
Ill look into it.. but the list I have given above is for the top cubes. you can search by their names.
This one looks cool ->White 3x3 Speedcubing Guojia Alpha Rubiks Cube Type A I | eBay
Alpha Cubes are one of the best in the market. the links you provided i for the new version of Type A Cubes. I haven't used any Type A cubes till now so cannot comment on that.

Please note that there have been reports the there are some fake cubes in eBay. Especially the low priced ones.

I got a FunSkool Rubik's Cube..they are decent enough (just decent) although better than other cheap Rubiks Cube available in the market..

Yes .. you need to lubricate it with Silicone Spray to make it super smooth. Lubricating the cube is a topic on its own.

WARNING: DO NOT USE WD-40 IN THE CUBES FOR LUBRICATION. IT WILL RUIN THE CUBE.

just look at the design just plain smooth...loved it...

Dayan Guhong 3x3x3 DIYKIT - Black [DY216] - $8.99 : Cube4you, - Online Cube Store -- Ship to worldwide!

Yep Guhong is the one I have but I have the sticker less version :D


Ok will give out youtube tutorials links today.

By the way if you guys are seriously considering cubing then take a look at SpeedSolving and their Wiki
sygeek
sygeek #20
Jun 4, 2011 at 5:24 AM
Yes .. you need to lubricate it with Silicone Spray to make it super smooth. Lubricating the cube is a topic on its own.
I'll try that on the Cube lying around..It is pain in the arse trying to move the LSide with the pinky finger. Also, I need to check if I still can solve a Rubik Cube (if I still remember the algorithms), haven't held it for months.
Edit: Just noticed, the blue side it is missing a sticker on the block. Meh, I'm buying a new one.

@Charan: I'm just curious, what is your best time?
RCuber
RCuber #21
Jun 4, 2011 at 5:20 PM
I'll try that on the Cube lying around..It is pain in the arse trying to move the LSide with the pinky finger. Also, I need to check if I still can solve a Rubik Cube (if I still remember the algorithms), haven't held it for months.

Edit: Just noticed, the blue side it is missing a sticker on the block. Meh, I'm buying a new one.

@Charan: I'm just curious, what is your best time?

As you have not practiced .. you will not be having any muscle memory.
you just need to solve the Rubik's cube one or twice before your memory will recall the algorithm.

My best is 33.6 Sec on a 3X3, average is about 45-40 sec and 6.66 Sec on 2x2, a average of about 25 sec .

Now a days im busy with work so the average could have gone up :p
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #22
Jun 5, 2011 at 11:09 AM
when I 1st bought the Cube...we tried hard (me & bro) but cudn't solve it....
but my Dad solved it....I don't know which algo he used..be he did it :shock:
RCuber
RCuber #23
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:04 PM
Bump!! , Fellow Cubers Please Stand Up!! :)
G
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:07 PM
does it improve our intelligence?
eggman
eggman #25
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:38 PM
^^Perceived ? Yes :)
RCuber
RCuber #26
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:38 PM
does it improve our intelligence?

well im not sure about that , but people do think that you are reallly intelligent :p

EDIT: BTW, I helped some of my colleagues on how to solve a Rubics Cube, about 1-2 hrs every day, they started solving the cube within 1 week.
sygeek
sygeek #27
Feb 1, 2012 at 4:48 PM
I retired from cubing long time ago. Maybe I'll get back at it again after the exams.
Alok
Alok #28
Feb 1, 2012 at 6:24 PM
About a month ago, got my friend's cube. It was 9x9 . Solved 2 times.
Will buy after exams.
Neuron
Neuron #29
Feb 1, 2012 at 6:35 PM
I used to solve cubes,but then i took an arrow in the knee.
RCuber
RCuber #30
Feb 2, 2012 at 2:16 PM
BTW.. Mumbai Open 2012 starts tomorrow, any one from mumbai can visit that event to have a look at some of the best cubers in India :)

Here is the Event Page. Event from 3rd Feb To 5th Feb !!

Venue: Veermata Jijabai Technological Institute

Official WCA Page for Mumbai Open 2012

Rubik's Cube Mumbai Open (RCMO)

EDIT: Its one of the best Rubik's Cube events in India.
Faun
Faun #31
Feb 2, 2012 at 3:59 PM
This one seems to be of my standard
2x2x2 WitTwo Type C Multi-colored Magic Cube Multi-color
RCuber
RCuber #32
Feb 2, 2012 at 4:06 PM
This one seems to be of my standard
2x2x2 WitTwo Type C Multi-colored Magic Cube Multi-color

Yes thats a good cube, it came out recently and is suppose to be very fast and can cut corners well.
Shah
Shah #33
Aug 7, 2013 at 6:36 PM
@RCuber: Why not change the thread title to "The Cubing Thread" or "The Speedcubers' Thread" or something like that? It might attract quite a few fellows out there.
RCuber
RCuber #34
Aug 7, 2013 at 7:18 PM
^^ I can't do that.. will ask mods to change the thread :)
Shah
Shah #35
Aug 8, 2013 at 9:50 AM
Reposting my query...

Shah said:
I'm thinking of getting a 4x4 by next month. So, I'll get the maru lube with it. Will it be fine to use the [ZhanChi] cube without lubing for a month or so?
TheHumanBot
Aug 8, 2013 at 10:05 AM
you guys use lube ? for real?
i was going to order this one => Funskool Rubiks Cube - Rubiks Cube . shop for Funskool products in India. Toys for 8 Years + Kids. | Flipkart.com

but thankfully i bumped into this thread from offtopic thread.
never bought a professional cube before but now i'm considering to get one. :D
please help which one to get?

@rcuber which one you got ?
Shah
Shah #37
Aug 8, 2013 at 10:18 AM
you guys use lube ? for real?
i was going to order this one => Funskool Rubiks Cube - Rubiks Cube . shop for Funskool products in India. Toys for 8 Years + Kids. | Flipkart.com

but thankfully i bumped into this thread from offtopic thread.
never bought a professional cube before but now i'm considering to get one. :D
please help which one to get?

@rcuber which one you got ?

If you are willing to spend only 300 INR, get this.

If you can spend around 1000 bucks, Get a ZhanChi(Stickered or Stickerless).

I have ordered a ZhanChi stickerless too. Remember that ZC Stickerless can't be used in competitions.

BTW, RCuber has a F-Type, GuHong v1, C4U and some others, I think.

EDIT:
I have the following models with me.
Type F-II, Alpha V, Cube4You (2 models), and couple of more. I also like Type F-II. Don't get Type F-III It has issues. But the best one is Dayan cubes, due to it being very smoother.

In Dayan, I have not used any newer cubes(Zhanchi or Guhong V2), these have torpedos in the edges so the edges wont pop during a solve.
RCuber
RCuber #38
Aug 8, 2013 at 11:11 AM
this is most of my collection :p
*i.imgur.com/D5zDkcq.jpg

EDIT: I can solve the megaminx(the scrambled one in the pic) only up to the last layer.. :p
Shah
Shah #39
Aug 8, 2013 at 11:29 AM
this is most of my collection :p
*i.imgur.com/D5zDkcq.jpg

EDIT: I can solve the megaminx(the scrambled one in the pic) only up to the last layer.. :p

Is the stickerless one with yellow face on top a ZhanChi?

BTW, I too have the very same computer table. :cool:
ajayritik
ajayritik #40
Aug 8, 2013 at 11:45 AM
Guys the rubics cube from Playskool is expensive compared to other brands including local. Is it worth it?
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #41
Aug 8, 2013 at 1:22 PM
Guys the rubics cube from Playskool is expensive compared to other brands including local. Is it worth it?

if u r not a Rcube collector (like Rcuber) then I suggest get the excellent quality cube other than playskool
RCuber
RCuber #42
Aug 8, 2013 at 3:44 PM
There are two types of cubes.
1. Standard
2. DIY (also assembled)

1. Standard ones are funskook, local Chinese ones.
these Chinese ones are surprisingly smoother at first due to a lube pre applied in the factory. Funskool doesn't have any lube, if you handle the cube properly then it will get a little smoother over a few weeks, otherwise it will get very tight and loose interest in cubing. Avoid ₹20 ones, they will break within a week(or few days). Its possible to mod the Funskool ones to make it much smoother, but newbies may destroy the cube if not properly done. Most speed cubers don't prefer these cubes as its difficult to achieve lower times with these.

2. DIY Cubes - you can take apart all parts and assemble it back. one can adjust the tension in these, almost all speedcubers prefer these.
There are many models available at different budgets and colors (transparent included). Most companies which make these compete against each other for the worlds fastest cube title (or at least the record).

I have two Dayan Guhong, Alpha V, Couple of Cube4You, and others. I had one Type F-II which I gave to ico.

if you are starting to learn cubing then I would recommend Type F-II, its fast/smooth and cheap too, if you are serious then Dayan Zhanchi or Guhong V2.

This thread has almost all cubes listed Lightake Official Store--Full Of Surprise!47% OFF!!

Go through this thread also .. it has very good info about different brand cubes(mostly Alpha Cubes).

*www.speedsolving.com/forum/showthr...arification-of-the-Naming-of-the-Alpha-Series
Shah
Shah #43
Aug 8, 2013 at 4:16 PM
There are two types of cubes.
1. Standard
2. DIY (also assembled)

1. Standard ones are funskook, local Chinese ones.
these Chinese ones are surprisingly smoother at first due to a lube pre applied in the factory. Funskool doesn't have any lube, if you handle the cube properly then it will get a little smoother over a few weeks, otherwise it will get very tight and loose interest in cubing. Avoid ₹20 ones, they will break within a week(or few days). Its possible to mod the Funskool ones to make it much smoother, but newbies may destroy the cube if not properly done. Most speed cubers don't prefer these cubes as its difficult to achieve lower times with these.

2. DIY Cubes - you can take apart all parts and assemble it back. one can adjust the tension in these, almost all speedcubers prefer these.
There are many models available at different budgets and colors (transparent included). Most companies which make these compete against each other for the worlds fastest cube title (or at least the record).

I have two Dayan Guhong, Alpha V, Couple of Cube4You, and others. I had one Type F-II which I gave to ico.

if you are starting to learn cubing then I would recommend Type F-II, its fast/smooth and cheap too, if you are serious then Dayan Zhanchi or Guhong V2.

This thread has almost all cubes listed Lightake Official Store--Full Of Surprise!47% OFF!!

Go through this thread also .. it has very good info about different brand cubes(mostly Alpha Cubes).

Review of Main 3x3 Cubes & Clarification of the Naming of the Alpha Series

Put this in OP. ;)
sygeek
sygeek #44
Aug 8, 2013 at 4:55 PM
There are two types of cubes.
1. Standard
2. DIY (also assembled)

1. Standard ones are funskook, local Chinese ones.
these Chinese ones are surprisingly smoother at first due to a lube pre applied in the factory. Funskool doesn't have any lube, if you handle the cube properly then it will get a little smoother over a few weeks, otherwise it will get very tight and loose interest in cubing. Avoid ₹20 ones, they will break within a week(or few days). Its possible to mod the Funskool ones to make it much smoother, but newbies may destroy the cube if not properly done. Most speed cubers don't prefer these cubes as its difficult to achieve lower times with these.

2. DIY Cubes - you can take apart all parts and assemble it back. one can adjust the tension in these, almost all speedcubers prefer these.
There are many models available at different budgets and colors (transparent included). Most companies which make these compete against each other for the worlds fastest cube title (or at least the record).

I have two Dayan Guhong, Alpha V, Couple of Cube4You, and others. I had one Type F-II which I gave to ico.

if you are starting to learn cubing then I would recommend Type F-II, its fast/smooth and cheap too, if you are serious then Dayan Zhanchi or Guhong V2.

This thread has almost all cubes listed Lightake Official Store--Full Of Surprise!47% OFF!!

Go through this thread also .. it has very good info about different brand cubes(mostly Alpha Cubes).

Review of Main 3x3 Cubes & Clarification of the Naming of the Alpha Series
Which one would you recommend to an amateur?
RCuber
RCuber #45
Aug 8, 2013 at 5:26 PM
Which one would you recommend to an amateur?
I think I had seen one similar to this model in the local store *shop.scmu.in/index.php?route=product/product&path=59_65&product_id=193 . if you can find it locally then buy it.

if you are willing to order then F-II but you have to be a but careful as its a very delicate cube, Cube4you is more rugged and good too, but corner cutting is not that great(wont be necessary if you are just starting), the best would be Dayan cubes, AFAIK nothing performs as theirs. its not necessary that you have to take the latest Zanchi model,

EDIT: I see that SCMU has good collection of cubes. and they also stock Silicone lube which are better than Maru Lube. I will update the OP with info and solution links.
ajayritik
ajayritik #46
Aug 8, 2013 at 7:04 PM
So charan what should I buy? This will be my first Rubik's cube. Kindly suggest!
RCuber
RCuber #47
Aug 8, 2013 at 7:25 PM
So charan what should I buy? This will be my first Rubik's cube. Kindly suggest!

If you can afford then buy Mini Zhanchi Mini ZhanChi - 50mm
or Ghost Hand V2 Ghost Hand v2

I think I will also order one Ghost Hand for myself..
ajayritik
ajayritik #48
Aug 8, 2013 at 9:05 PM
If you can afford then buy Mini Zhanchi Mini ZhanChi - 50mm
or Ghost Hand V2 Ghost Hand v2

I think I will also order one Ghost Hand for myself..
What about the funskool one?
sygeek
sygeek #49
Aug 8, 2013 at 9:05 PM
I think I had seen one similar to this model in the local store 3x3 for Workshops (55mm) . if you can find it locally then buy it.

if you are willing to order then F-II but you have to be a but careful as its a very delicate cube, Cube4you is more rugged and good too, but corner cutting is not that great(wont be necessary if you are just starting), the best would be Dayan cubes, AFAIK nothing performs as theirs. its not necessary that you have to take the latest Zanchi model,

EDIT: I see that SCMU has good collection of cubes. and they also stock Silicone lube which are better than Maru Lube. I will update the OP with info and solution links.
Woah, that's really cheap. Is that better than the funskool one? I'm not a starter though, already know how to solve but with 1+ minutes time.
RCuber
RCuber #50
Aug 8, 2013 at 10:17 PM
What about the funskool one?
I would not recommend that.

Woah, that's really cheap. Is that better than the funskool one? I'm not a starter though, already know how to solve but with 1+ minutes time.
get Zhanchi 55mm or regular one and learn CFOP method. CFOP - Speedsolving.com Wiki

check Badmephisto's tutorial for advanced techniques. badmephisto - YouTube
sygeek
sygeek #51
Aug 8, 2013 at 10:43 PM
I would not recommend that.


get Zhanchi 55mm or regular one and learn CFOP method. CFOP - Speedsolving.com Wiki

check Badmephisto's tutorial for advanced techniques. badmephisto - YouTube
What about the other one "V2 Ghost Hand v2" you recommended? That one's much cheaper..
RCuber
RCuber #52
Aug 8, 2013 at 11:39 PM
What about the other one "V2 Ghost Hand v2" you recommended? That one's much cheaper..

Yes you can use it too, once you get the hang of CFOP you can buy the Dayan ones.
Hrishi
Hrishi #53
Aug 9, 2013 at 12:31 AM
I never saw something like that megamix before. jez..I can't even solve a 3x3 pattern. :p
Is it possible to solve one without taking any external inputs , tricks , etc.(considering the guy is a complete amateur ) ??
RCuber
RCuber #54
Aug 9, 2013 at 12:40 AM
I never saw something like that megamix before. jez..I can't even solve a 3x3 pattern. :p
Is it possible to solve one without taking any external inputs , tricks , etc.(considering the guy is a complete amateur ) ??

3x3 or megaminx ?

if a person tries to solve each side of the 3x3 then he would fail, AFAIK only 3 sides can be done like this, but if he tries to solve it layer by layer then its possible.
Hrishi
Hrishi #55
Aug 9, 2013 at 12:44 AM
3x3 or megaminx ?

if a person tries to solve each side of the 3x3 then he would fail, AFAIK only 3 sides can be done like this, but if he tries to solve it layer by layer then its possible.

3x3 , ofcourse. megamix is out of the question.

I only tried RCube for couple of days and was able to solve couple of blocks , I mean make a T pattern on all sides. I had no idea about it though.I bought a l-cheap one while travelling. :p
I will buy a standard one , and will try again.
RCuber
RCuber #56
Aug 9, 2013 at 1:05 AM
one can learn to solve a cube within two days. one of my friend even solved it in 6 hrs straight. megaminx looks difficult but if you know how to solve 3x3 then its is very easy (till the last layer :p)
Hrishi
Hrishi #57
Aug 9, 2013 at 1:50 AM
one can learn to solve a cube within two days. one of my friend even solved it in 6 hrs straight. megaminx looks difficult but if you know how to solve 3x3 then its is very easy (till the last layer :p)
You mean learn or self-discover. ?
RCuber
RCuber #58
Aug 9, 2013 at 2:19 AM
^^ even the world record holder was able to solve by learning on the internet. Finding your own solution is a feat. A Rubik's has ~43 quintillion combinations. but unless you know how to do actually move the pieces and put it in correct places you wont be able to do it without help. only a few thousand people would have solved on their own. there are lot of material on the internet, go through it if possible.
Shah
Shah #59
Aug 9, 2013 at 1:43 PM
First Flight Couriers shows a different destination. Is anything wrong?
RCuber
RCuber #60
Aug 9, 2013 at 8:41 PM
First Flight Couriers shows a different destination. Is anything wrong?

call them up and check , you ordered from scmu?
Shah
Shah #61
Aug 10, 2013 at 8:23 AM
call them up and check , you ordered from scmu?

Yeah, I ordered from SCMU. I asked the folks at SCMU about this and they are saying that It'll will be shipped to my place after it reaches Chennai and that's why the Destination is shown as "Chennai".

WTF! First Flight shows that the package has been delivered. But, I didn't receive any. Moreover, The delivered destination is incorrect.
TheHumanBot
Aug 10, 2013 at 9:24 AM
wow i was already subscribed to badmephisto but didn't noticed much :D
will get that Ghost Hand v2 and try then upgrade later to other one's.
scmu is good for ordering right?
Shah
Shah #63
Aug 10, 2013 at 12:11 PM
wow i was already subscribed to badmephisto but didn't noticed much :D
will get that Ghost Hand v2 and try then upgrade later to other one's.
scmu is good for ordering right?

But, First Flight isn't.

They shipped to the wrong address. :(

Before someone orders from SCMU, Beware of First Flight. They shipped to the wrong address and the POD says I have received the package. But, I haven't received it yet.

The Tracking page shows my consignment was delivered to Villupuram. But, POD says it was delivered to the right destination.
sygeek
sygeek #64
Aug 10, 2013 at 2:08 PM
Does that SCMU site only accepts paypal transactions for debit card purchases? Paypal doesn't work very well with my debit card.
Shah
Shah #65
Aug 10, 2013 at 5:02 PM
try neft then.
RCuber
RCuber #66
Aug 18, 2013 at 2:15 AM
Ahem.. My Rubik's Cube solve at the Jog Falls :p

Shah
Shah #67
Aug 18, 2013 at 8:18 AM
Try this scramble(with yellow on top). You'll get the white cross on the bottom.
I got a 39.63 sec with this scramble.

B2 F2 U L2 U' F2 D2 F2 D B2 U' R' L2 B' U' B2 D' U' R2 F D2 U2
RCuber
RCuber #68
Aug 18, 2013 at 2:19 PM
Try this scramble(with yellow on top). You'll get the white cross on the bottom.
I got a 39.63 sec with this scramble.

B2 F2 U L2 U' F2 D2 F2 D B2 U' R' L2 B' U' B2 D' U' R2 F D2 U2

that was my fastest solve ever 21.72 seconds :D, previous one was 22+ seconds :D

*i.imgur.com/VrBRSz6.jpg
Shah
Shah #69
Aug 18, 2013 at 2:50 PM
Congrats. BTW, Is it *LL skip?
RCuber
RCuber #70
Aug 18, 2013 at 3:36 PM
^^ I didn't get LL skip
d6bmg
d6bmg #71
Aug 27, 2013 at 4:18 AM
How is Shuangren compared to Zhanchi??
In short, which is better?

Can't decide between: FS 3-Layer ShuangRen Magic Cube Puzzle Cube - White
and 3x3x3 DaYan V ZhanChi Magic Cube Black

BTW, I'm not into DYI cubes.
RCuber
RCuber #72
Aug 27, 2013 at 3:09 PM
^^ will check, DIY cubes are much better than regular cubes, these are very fast
d6bmg
d6bmg #73
Aug 27, 2013 at 3:44 PM
^^ will check, DIY cubes are much better than regular cubes, these are very fast

Never used any DYI cubes. :-(
So I'm a bit nervous about those.

P.S. what do you use? DYI?
RCuber
RCuber #74
Aug 27, 2013 at 4:06 PM
Never used any DYI cubes. :-(
So I'm a bit nervous about those.

P.S. what do you use? DYI?

all of my primary cubes are DIY cubes(assembled), almost all models are sold assembled and unassembled. DIY cubes are much smoother and easier to make moves.
asingh
asingh #75
Aug 27, 2013 at 5:18 PM
Do they make a model out of foam. Which can be flung at a window or LED in frustration..?
RCuber
RCuber #76
Aug 27, 2013 at 11:00 PM
Do they make a model out of foam. Which can be flung at a window or LED in frustration..?

you can use stress balls for that. :p
d6bmg
d6bmg #77
Aug 28, 2013 at 7:50 PM
Update: bought both along with Shengshou 4x4 and 5x5.
d6bmg
d6bmg #78
Aug 30, 2013 at 3:18 AM
Just came by this mirror cube: $3.92 ShengShou 3x3x3 Mirror Blocks Puzzle Speed Cube - silver at FastTech - Worldwide Free Shipping
Cheapest I've ever seen and ordered. :p
Shah
Shah #79
Nov 13, 2013 at 7:55 PM
I have switched to Roux and I am completely in love with it. Did an AO100 today.

Average=28.98s :cool:
Best=19.75s :mrgreen:
Worst=39.50s

Cube — Stickerless Zhanchi
RCuber
RCuber #80
Nov 13, 2013 at 8:13 PM
I have switched to Roux and I am completely in love with it. Did an AO100 today.

Average=28.98s :cool:
Best=19.75s :mrgreen:
Worst=39.50s

Cube — Stickerless Zhanchi

Dayum.. 29 average is quite good. been trying since ages to get 30 from 35.. never managed.. and hell with AO100.. man .. you got time :p
Shah
Shah #81
Nov 14, 2013 at 10:32 AM
Dayum.. 29 average is quite good. been trying since ages to get 30 from 35.. never managed.. and hell with AO100.. man .. you got time :p

I still average around 40 in CFOP. :( That's why I switched. Finishing the solve with an M move is really cool. :cool: I am on holidays. That's why I did an AO100. Actually, I thought of doing AO500, but, My fingers were hurting like hell.

Did an AO20 this morning.
Average=28.12
Best Time=15.88 (LSE Skip and CP Skip) ;)
Worst Time=37.42 (Messed up LSE)

Just registered on SS Forums. :)
Shah
Shah #82
Nov 16, 2013 at 4:46 PM
3x3 average, OH single, 5x5 average WR broken by Feliks. :O
RCuber
RCuber #83
Nov 16, 2013 at 4:53 PM
^^^ That kid is insane!!!
Shah
Shah #84
Nov 16, 2013 at 5:11 PM
^^^ That kid is insane!!!

Yep. Mats and Alex are not far behind. It's time for Faz to break the 3x3 single WR.
Shah
Shah #85
Mar 14, 2014 at 3:03 PM
Finally, Sub 25 AO100. :hyper:

Cube: DaYan ZhanChi (stickerless)

number of times: 100/100
best time: 15.00
worst time: 50.69

current avg5: 24.67 (σ = 2.41)
best avg5: 21.07 (σ = 0.89)

current avg12: 24.74 (σ = 1.91)
best avg12: 22.16 (σ = 2.14)

current avg100: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)
best avg100: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)

session avg: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)
session mean: 24.85
Y
Mar 18, 2014 at 3:23 PM
Finally, Sub 25 AO100. :hyper:

Cube: DaYan ZhanChi (stickerless)

number of times: 100/100
best time: 15.00
worst time: 50.69

current avg5: 24.67 (σ = 2.41)
best avg5: 21.07 (σ = 0.89)

current avg12: 24.74 (σ = 1.91)
best avg12: 22.16 (σ = 2.14)

current avg100: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)
best avg100: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)

session avg: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)
session mean: 24.85




you make mean and variance
RCuber
RCuber #87
Mar 18, 2014 at 4:29 PM
Finally, Sub 25 AO100. :hyper:

Cube: DaYan ZhanChi (stickerless)

number of times: 100/100
best time: 15.00
worst time: 50.69

current avg5: 24.67 (σ = 2.41)
best avg5: 21.07 (σ = 0.89)

current avg12: 24.74 (σ = 1.91)
best avg12: 22.16 (σ = 2.14)

current avg100: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)
best avg100: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)

session avg: 24.47 (σ = 3.41)
session mean: 24.85

WTF!!! great going dude. I am stuck at 35 avg form past two years. haven't been able to spend time on cubing :(

also my ranking dropped to 700+ :(
Shah
Shah #88
Mar 18, 2014 at 5:23 PM
WTF!!! great going dude. I am stuck at 35 avg form past two years. haven't been able to spend time on cubing :(

also my ranking dropped to 700+ :(

Thanks.
My timings suck when I use some other stickered cubes. (Tried a FangShi and have ordered a Weilong)

BTW, I haven't been to a competition yet.

you make mean and variance ��


Every timer shows that too. It was just copy-paste. :)

EDIT:

Another AO50.
*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/attachment.php?attachmentid=13919&d=1395151859
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #89
May 15, 2014 at 7:25 PM
planning to buy one

how about this

*www.ibhejo.com/Dayan-5-ZhanChi-3x3x3-Speed-Cube-6-Color.html
RCuber
RCuber #90
May 15, 2014 at 7:59 PM
planning to buy one

how about this

*www.ibhejo.com/Dayan-5-ZhanChi-3x3x3-Speed-Cube-6-Color.html

Buy that same model from here *www.ebay.in/itm/DaYan-ZhanChi-Stic...N_Toys_Games_School_Stuff&hash=item2c7f5b91c1
the seller is a fellow speedcuber from Mumbai.

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Here is his shop link *www.ebay.in/sch/akshayrao27/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=

His price is very reasonable reasonable. almost same as its international prices. most sellers in ebay or other sites sell at a higher price than the international price.
sygeek
sygeek #91
May 15, 2014 at 8:21 PM
Buy that same model from here *www.ebay.in/itm/DaYan-ZhanChi-Stic...N_Toys_Games_School_Stuff&hash=item2c7f5b91c1
the seller is a fellow speedcuber from Mumbai.

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Here is his shop link *www.ebay.in/sch/akshayrao27/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_ipg=&_from=

His price is very reasonable reasonable. almost same as its international prices. most sellers in ebay or other sites sell at a higher price than the international price.
Quick question, which cube would you recommend for amateurs? How's this?
RCuber
RCuber #92
May 15, 2014 at 10:59 PM
Quick question, which cube would you recommend for amateurs? How's this?

ShengShou is a good brand they are more popular in bigger cubes (4x4,5x5) because of the lower price point. I had their 5x5, it was quite smooth. I haven't tried their 3x3 personally.

You can go for it.
Shah
Shah #93
May 16, 2014 at 8:57 AM
[MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION]: That guy is the owner of scmustore.com and shop.scmu.in

His stores have lower prices than his eBay's store. And, I usually buy cubes and puzzles from him only.

[MENTION=34930]Zangetsu[/MENTION]: I have the very same puzzle. ZhanChi (Stickerless). It's good puzzle with better corner cutting. But, It might pop on loose tensions, sometimes. Have a look at WeiLong V2 or AoLong too.

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Quick question, which cube would you recommend for amateurs? How's this?

I have heard that it is smooth cube and makes less noise. Go for it, if you want. Don't forget to checkout YJ SuLong(I have one) and YJ ChiLong. Both SuLong and ChiLong feel crunchy and are faster than an Aurora.
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #94
May 16, 2014 at 11:50 AM
Buy that same model from here *www.ebay.in/itm/DaYan-ZhanChi-Stic...N_Toys_Games_School_Stuff&hash=item2c7f5b91c1
the seller is a fellow speedcuber from Mumbai.

But the Cube seems to be defective as second image shows it be broken?

any offline seller in Mumbai for these cubes?
Shah
Shah #95
May 16, 2014 at 12:31 PM
But the Cube seems to be defective as second image shows it be broken?

any offline seller in Mumbai for these cubes?
That's not defective. That's disassembled to show the mechanism. Don't worry. You'll get it assembled. At scmustore.com, You can get it for 685 INR.
RCuber
RCuber #96
May 16, 2014 at 12:34 PM
But the Cube seems to be defective as second image shows it be broken?

any offline seller in Mumbai for these cubes?

LOL, its a DIY cube, every part in that cube can be disassembled and assembled back. The reason the second picture is shown is to make user look into the cube mechanism. Many speedcubers buy the cube disassembled. No worries dude.
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #97
May 16, 2014 at 1:05 PM
^^ Ok :)

That's not defective. That's disassembled to show the mechanism. Don't worry. You'll get it assembled. At scmustore.com, You can get it for 685 INR.
looks like their store is in Ulhasnagar
so i will buy from their shop offline (hope they have same prices in both places offline/online ;) )
Shah
Shah #98
May 16, 2014 at 2:20 PM
^^ Ok :)


looks like their store is in Ulhasnagar
so i will buy from their shop offline (hope they have same prices in both places offline/online ;) )

It's the same. You can place the order online and pick it up from the store yourself.
RCuber
RCuber #99
May 16, 2014 at 6:08 PM
[MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION]: Whats your current average? trying to learn Full OLL/PLL but no time at all :( that would reduce atleast 6-8 seconds for me , still stuck at 35 seconds.
Shah
Shah #100
May 16, 2014 at 6:47 PM
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@<a href="*www.thinkdigit.com/forum/member.php?u=129731" target="_blank">Shah</a>
<!-- END TEMPLATE: dbtech_usertag_mention -->: Whats your current average? trying to learn Full OLL/PLL but no time at all :( that would reduce atleast 6-8 seconds for me , still stuck at 35 seconds.

I get sub-20 averages sometimes. Normally, I average around 22 seconds with Full CMLL. I suck at LSE. Have to improve it.

Filmed this today. Was nervous as this was the first time I had recorded my solves.

snap
snap #101
May 19, 2014 at 12:10 AM
well today's google homepage would interest you guys :D
RCuber
RCuber #102
May 19, 2014 at 12:27 AM
:mrgreen:
Vyom
Vyom #103
May 19, 2014 at 12:41 PM
Happy Rubik's Day guys..

*i.minus.com/iUYFq4b6xwbMb.PNG

Can you solve the cube on Google? Cause I can't. I can just rotate the cube, but not able to swipe the sides.

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Update: Well, it works on IE, but not on Google's Chrome! :p
RCuber
RCuber #104
May 19, 2014 at 2:33 PM


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*i.imgur.com/c9Er8lc.png
Shah
Shah #105
May 19, 2014 at 2:55 PM


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*i.imgur.com/c9Er8lc.png

It showed my name in the bottom after I solved it. Why didn't it show for you?
RCuber
RCuber #106
May 19, 2014 at 2:58 PM
^^ dono , may be because did not login :p
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #107
May 19, 2014 at 5:31 PM
current world record for a 3X3X3 cube is 5.55 secs....damn
Shah
Shah #108
May 19, 2014 at 5:54 PM
current world record for a 3X3X3 cube is 5.55 secs....damn

And, It was set by Matt Valks more than a year ago.
RCuber
RCuber #109
May 20, 2014 at 12:20 AM
There is always that one guy

*i.imgur.com/xPcgvLU.jpg


PS:Found on reddit.
TheSloth
TheSloth #110
May 31, 2014 at 2:32 PM
One of my friend gifted me cube. I then googled how to solve it. Now I can solve upto two layers in almost 5mins

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third layer algorithm is difficult to remember
Shah
Shah #111
May 31, 2014 at 6:17 PM
One of my friend gifted me cube. I then googled how to solve it. Now I can solve upto two layers in almost 5mins

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third layer algorithm is difficult to remember

Just keep on doing the alg by seeing it. It'll get stored in your muscle memory. You don't need to memorize it.
TheSloth
TheSloth #112
May 31, 2014 at 6:39 PM
Just keep on doing the alg by seeing it. It'll get stored in your muscle memory. You don't need to memorize it.

True. I got used to upto two layers. I also want to learn what algorithms are used to move a particular piece of cube from one position to another. I noticed few steps for very few pieces.
Shah
Shah #113
Jun 1, 2014 at 7:48 AM
True. I got used to upto two layers. I also want to learn what algorithms are used to move a particular piece of cube from one position to another. I noticed few steps for very few pieces.

Are you talking about OLL and PLL? If yes, It's not the right time to learn them. Better get some successful solves with Beginners Method.
TheSloth
TheSloth #114
Jun 1, 2014 at 12:29 PM
I have no idea about what you are talking. Very new to this.
OK, I'll try to solve completely with basic method.
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #115
Jul 30, 2014 at 3:46 PM
If we dismantle the Cube and reassemble it again but in random order will it be still solvable?
axelzdly1
axelzdly1 #116
Jul 30, 2014 at 6:10 PM
If we dismantle the Cube and reassemble it again but in random order will it be still solvable?

No. You end up dismantling it again.
Shah
Shah #117
Jul 30, 2014 at 6:57 PM
If we dismantle the Cube and reassemble it again but in random order will it be still solvable?

If the random state complies the cube laws, then yes. Otherwise no.
Shah
Shah #118
Aug 15, 2014 at 5:30 PM
BUMP!
I had a one-month break from cubing. So, I thought I would do some solves. Did an AO12 yesterday. Nothing great.

Did some 20 solves today and I broke my PB MO3, AO5 and AO12. :D :cool:


Rubik's cube
Aug 15, 2014 1:54:24 PM - 2:25:57 PM

Mean: 18.65
Average: 17.69
Best time: 13.09
Median: 17.34
Worst time: 41.44
Standard deviation: 5.82

Best average of 5: 14.82
9-13 - (13.09) 13.42 15.98 15.07 (17.42)

Best average of 12: 16.29
9-20 - (13.09) 13.42 15.98 15.07 17.42 18.87 17.25 16.82 16.53 13.95 17.62 (20.07)

1. 15.80 D2 B2 F2 D R2 D L2 D' R2 B2 D2 R' D2 L2 B' U' R' F2 R2 D L2 F'
2. 23.56 U' F2 U' F2 L2 F2 U2 R2 L2 F2 U' R B D2 F' L2 D2 R2 F' R2 U'
3. 16.80 B2 U' F2 R2 F2 D L2 U F2 R2 U F' U' R D L' F' L F U' F' U'
4. 18.80 D B2 R2 D2 F2 L2 D' B2 U R2 U R F' R2 L' B F2 R B2 F2 D' L2
5. 20.84 R2 U2 L2 U' R2 D' L2 F2 U B2 U B R L2 U' L B' R' L2 D2
6. 41.44 U L2 B2 D2 F2 D L2 U' R2 B2 F2 R' U R F2 U R' B R' F D
7. 19.89 D' L2 U2 F2 R2 U' L2 U B2 U L2 F L D R' B2 R L F' R U
8. 19.78 R2 L2 D2 U F2 L2 U F2 L2 D' F L' F2 D' U' L B F U2 B' D'
9. 13.09 R2 U' R2 L2 B2 R2 D' F2 U B2 U L D R U B' D' B U2 R' D
10. 13.42 D2 R2 F2 D R2 B2 D' R2 B2 R2 D2 B D R2 F' L' F' R2 U2 L2 F U
11. 15.98 D L2 B2 F2 L2 B2 D R2 D U2 L2 B U2 L' B D' B2 R' D2 F
12. 15.07 U L2 D R2 F2 R2 D' B2 D2 F2 U' F D' F' L F' U2 B U R B'
13. 17.42 U F2 L2 U' L2 F2 D' R2 B2 D2 U' B L D F U2 L B2 U2 B2 R
14. 18.87 B2 F2 U2 R2 B2 U F2 U' F2 U B2 R F' R U' F L' F2 R' D'
15. 17.25 L2 F2 R2 B2 D' B2 U' R2 D2 L2 D2 F' L B2 D U2 B2 R2 U' B'
16. 16.82 U' F2 L2 D' R2 U' R2 F2 L2 B2 U B' F' U' B' R' B' U' F L2 B
17. 16.53 U' B2 U' B2 L2 D2 F2 L2 D' F2 R U' B R F2 L' B F2 R F U2
18. 13.95 U' F2 U' B2 R2 U R2 U2 F2 U' R2 F' L' B2 U B' D2 U L' B2 U'
19. 17.62 D' B2 U' L2 F2 U' R2 U2 B2 D F2 L B' L' F2 L2 D R B2
20. 20.07 U B2 D' R2 L2 D F2 D2 R2 F2 D2 F R B2 D' R L' U' R2 D2 R' U

I just can't believe that I got a sub-15 AO5. :cool:
[MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION] [MENTION=138367]lightningfassst[/MENTION] [MENTION=34930]Zangetsu[/MENTION] What do you guys average now?
RCuber
RCuber #119
Aug 15, 2014 at 7:09 PM
[MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION] , I fractured both my wrists, still undergoing physiotherapy I don't think I will be able to get back to my old times again.
TheSloth
TheSloth #120
Aug 15, 2014 at 8:50 PM
[MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION]: Get well soon. [MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION]: I am not practicing nowadays. I can only solve upto 2layers. For 3rd layer I have to refer to .pdf file
Shah
Shah #121
Aug 16, 2014 at 7:39 AM
[MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION] , I fractured both my wrists, still undergoing physiotherapy I don't think I will be able to get back to my old times again.
Get well soon. bro.
[MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION]: Get well soon. [MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION]: I am not practicing nowadays. I can only solve upto 2layers. For 3rd layer I have to refer to .pdf file

I thought you would have learned it. :lol:
TheSloth
TheSloth #122
Aug 17, 2014 at 1:52 AM
[MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION]: I am busy in useless things right now. But soon I'll start practicing it again. I'll learn basic solution first. Seeing you by solving by those 'code word solution' I got lil inspired. Thank you
Shah
Shah #123
Sep 21, 2014 at 7:34 AM
So, I would be participating in my first competition this Saturday. :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :doublethumb: :doublethumb: :doublethumb: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: (*www.worldcubeassociation.org/results/c.php?i=VITRubiksCubeChallenge2014)

Any tips that I should follow??
RCuber
RCuber #124
Sep 21, 2014 at 1:06 PM
So, I would be participating in my first competition this Saturday. :hyper: :hyper: :hyper: :doublethumb: :doublethumb: :doublethumb: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: :bananana: (*www.worldcubeassociation.org/results/c.php?i=VITRubiksCubeChallenge2014)

Any tips that I should follow??

Ah.. Good!!

practice everyday atleast average of 12 three to four times a day, don't learn new algorithims, sometimes it can be counter productive to learn new things before competition. Place your palm on hot water for 5-10 minutes in the morining, it will relax the fingers and muscles.
Shah
Shah #125
Sep 21, 2014 at 1:44 PM
Ah.. Good!!

practice everyday atleast average of 12 three to four times a day, don't learn new algorithims, sometimes it can be counter productive to learn new things before competition. Place your palm on hot water for 5-10 minutes in the morining, it will relax the fingers and muscles.

Thanks for those tips. As this is my first time into a competition, Is my college ID enough for verification? Or What documents should I take with me?
RCuber
RCuber #126
Sep 21, 2014 at 2:22 PM
Thanks for those tips. As this is my first time into a competition, Is my college ID enough for verification? Or What documents should I take with me?
have you registered before hand for the event? Does your name appear on the list? you need to be early to the event as you need to reregister on location. they dont ask for ID but just keep it hand.

each competition is usually held in multiple rounds. if there are less participants then just one round.

I see there are 100+ participants in the event for 3x3, so there will be atleast 3 rounds. only top 40% will go through the next round and those with times of >60 seconds will only be give two solves.

It will be very noisy, so you need to concentrate. I was calm before the event but when I actually started my round I got tensed and blew my times :p

ALAS .. my national rank has now dropped to 900+ from 180 within two years :(

A few days after the competition you the results will be published on WCA website and your national and international rank will be shown.

GO MAKE US PROUD!!! :mrgreen:

EDIT: take a email copy of the confirmation when you had registered on the WCA site.
nac
nac #127
Sep 21, 2014 at 2:41 PM
Is there any award/prize money for the participants/winner?
Shah
Shah #128
Sep 21, 2014 at 2:42 PM
have you registered before hand for the event? Does your name appear on the list? you need to be early to the event as you need to reregister on location. they dont ask for ID but just keep it hand.
I haven't registered yet. Registering now. :)

It will be very noisy, so you need to concentrate. I was calm before the event but when I actually started my round I got tensed and blew my times :p

Even before my friends, I tense up a lot and get worst average. I don't how I'll manage in front of 100+ cubers. I would be more than happy If I got a sub-25 average. BTW, I am sub-21 at home with a few sub-20 solves here and there.

ALAS .. my national rank has now dropped to 900+ from 180 within two years :(

A few days after the competition you the results will be published on WCA website and your national and international rank will be shown.

GO MAKE US PROUD!!! :mrgreen:
Let's see what happens, If I manage to get a sub-25 average then, my rank on WCA < 400. :bananana:


EDIT: take a email copy of the confirmation when you had registered on the WCA site.
Thanks for the info


BTW, Got a ZhanChi two days ago for the competition. :) That's my 7th puzzle in my collection.
RCuber
RCuber #129
Sep 21, 2014 at 2:58 PM
^^ BTW Sticker less cubes are banned, you need to have a solid color body cube, i.e., black/white/others with stickers on it.
Shah
Shah #130
Sep 21, 2014 at 4:31 PM
^^ BTW Sticker less cubes are banned, you need to have a solid color body cube, i.e., black/white/others with stickers on it.

I know that. This is what I gotView attachment 14782

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Is there any award/prize money for the participants/winner?

That depends on competition. Mostly, there won't any big prizes. Just some puzzles or a few thousands (or hundreds sometimes) bucks.
Anorion
Anorion #131
Sep 25, 2014 at 9:24 PM
Im learning this... there are two friends who are into it, and they are teaching me. It's much easier to learn from someone rather than the net.
getting stuck in the second layer, first one and the t's are pretty easy. keep forgetting the sequence, even after being shown and just doing it.
Shah
Shah #132
Sep 26, 2014 at 6:30 PM
Im learning this... there are two friends who are into it, and they are teaching me. It's much easier to learn from someone rather than the net.
getting stuck in the second layer, first one and the t's are pretty easy. keep forgetting the sequence, even after being shown and just doing it.

That's great. Don't forget to get a proper speedcube after you learn to solve. :)

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For some strange reasons, My parents aren't allowing me to go alone to the competition tomorrow. :(

So, I'll skip this competition this time, I guess. :cryeyesout: :hissyfit: :wah:
RCuber
RCuber #133
Oct 11, 2014 at 10:35 PM
^^ WTH!! whats you age man ?
Shah
Shah #134
Oct 12, 2014 at 7:44 AM
^^ WTH!! whats you age man ?

Will be 19 in two months.

And, the reason why my parents didn't allow me to go alone on that day is "Jaya Verdict". -_-
Vyom
Vyom #135
Oct 13, 2014 at 9:03 PM
Some offers going on FK for Cubes. So asking [MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION]: The deals are worth it?
Online Shopping India - Shop Online for Books, Mobile Phones, Digital Cameras, Watches & More at Flipkart.com.

Direct link not working. Just goto flipkart deal's page, and click Rubik's Cube picture.
TheSloth
TheSloth #136
Oct 13, 2014 at 9:46 PM
Will be 19 in two months.

And, the reason why my parents didn't allow me to go alone on that day is "Jaya Verdict". -_-

Good that you didn't go that day. It was really not safe outside.
Update about me: I'm yet to practice the third layer. I'm not getting motivation
RCuber
RCuber #137
Oct 14, 2014 at 12:52 PM
Some offers going on FK for Cubes. So asking [MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION]: The deals are worth it?
Online Shopping India - Shop Online for Books, Mobile Phones, Digital Cameras, Watches & More at Flipkart.com.

Direct link not working. Just goto flipkart deal's page, and click Rubik's Cube picture.
Taxton T-3 Superfast CB Cube Sitckerless looks good enough.. ill also pick one up :)

EDIT : Bought this Error 500 Server Error
Shah
Shah #138
Oct 14, 2014 at 3:15 PM
Some offers going on FK for Cubes. So asking [MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION]: The deals are worth it?
Online Shopping India - Shop Online for Books, Mobile Phones, Digital Cameras, Watches & More at Flipkart.com.

Direct link not working. Just goto flipkart deal's page, and click Rubik's Cube picture.

Even after these discounts price are not on par with that of SCMU store.
[MENTION=138367]lightningfassst[/MENTION]: See this guys videos *www.youtube.com/user/kabyaniltalukdar

He began cubing a few months ago. But, already sub-11 average (Official) and is the BLD national record holder. You might get motivated.

BTW, I'm getting good at 3BLD lately. :-D :cool:
TheSloth
TheSloth #139
Oct 14, 2014 at 8:30 PM
Even after these discounts price are not on par with that of SCMU store.
@lightningfassst : See this guys videos *www.youtube.com/user/kabyaniltalukdar

He began cubing a few months ago. But, already sub-11 average (Official) and is the BLD national record holder. You might get motivated.

BTW, I'm getting good at 3BLD lately. :-D :cool:

Thanks man. I'll watch this video.
And keep it up.
Shah
Shah #141
Oct 15, 2014 at 7:06 AM
WTF!! you solve blind? :O , never managed to even try blind.

Have been practicing it from the past 2-3 months. From last week, All I do is 3BLD and 4x4x4. I'm starting to like these two events more and more.

BTW, I'm still a nub at 3BLD. I don't even have a mean of 3. :p
Anorion
Anorion #142
Oct 16, 2014 at 12:20 AM
"got" second layer today. seems obvious once you understand lol. Now on to final layer.
Shah
Shah #143
Oct 16, 2014 at 5:46 AM
"got" second layer today. seems obvious once you understand lol. Now on to final layer.

You can learn it fast, If you see how an algorithm affects the pieces instead of memorizing it. :)
Anorion
Anorion #144
Oct 16, 2014 at 10:57 AM
^yep, was having a hard time memorizing the steps, but was solving over and over, and followed the movement 2-3 times, then suddenly it clicked
will try that for third layer
RCuber
RCuber #145
Oct 16, 2014 at 12:02 PM
^yep, was having a hard time memorizing the steps, but was solving over and over, and followed the movement 2-3 times, then suddenly it clicked
will try that for third layer

Third layer take 4 steps.

take a look at badmephisto's tutorials.

Rubik's Cube solution

Badmephisto's Cubing Site: FAQ
Anorion
Anorion #146
Oct 16, 2014 at 2:31 PM
^those notations, having a hard time understanding and following that
nub I know
using this one because it solves visually without notations
Beginner's Rubik's Cube Solution
Shah
Shah #147
Oct 21, 2014 at 8:22 AM
First ever 3BLD MO3 and AO5. :hyper:

Rubik's cube blindfolded
Oct 21, 2014 7:49:40 AM - 8:17:37 AM

Mean: DNF
Average: 4:43.27
Best time: 4:26.26
Median: 4:35.49
Worst time: DNF
Standard deviation: 13.15

Best average of 5: 4:43.27
1-5 - (4:26.26) (DNF) 4:33.31 4:35.49 5:01.02

1. 4:26.26 U2 L2 D U2 R2 U' L2 F2 R2 B2 R D' R' B2 L F' U' L2 B' R U2
2. DNF F2 D2 F2 D B2 D' F2 U F2 R' D' R2 U2 R D' B L2 U F D
3. 4:33.31 L2 B2 U F2 R2 F2 U' R2 D U2 F' U' B' F' U L' D B2 D2 U2
4. 4:35.49 B2 D' L2 D' B2 U L2 D' L2 B2 L2 B' R L' D2 L' B' D U L F' U
5. 5:01.02 U' B2 D L2 U' B2 D L2 D' B2 D' F' D2 R' B2 F R' D2 F U' B U'
ashs1
ashs1 #150
Mar 5, 2015 at 11:33 PM
Check out this guy !!! Fastest person to solve the cube single-handedly !! :D wow
RCuber
RCuber #151
Mar 5, 2015 at 11:38 PM
Check out this guy !!! Fastest person to solve the cube single-handedly !! :D wow

I had met him few years ago :)
TheSloth
TheSloth #153
Jul 26, 2015 at 2:59 AM
2 weeks back I completed the cube first time without seeing the steps. Now I am able to solve it in 5mins by using beginner's algorithm. Yay..
Shah
Shah #154
Jul 26, 2015 at 8:43 AM
Seeing this thread after a long time. I have almost stopped timed speedcubing. Though I always do the 3x3x3 (untimed, hand scramble). Busy with academics and don't have much time these days as I used to have. Probably, I should continue from where I left.

BTW, What about others on this thread? Anyone still cubing?? [MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION] ??
RCuber
RCuber #155
Jul 26, 2015 at 5:17 PM
Seeing this thread after a long time. I have almost stopped timed speedcubing. Though I always do the 3x3x3 (untimed, hand scramble). Busy with academics and don't have much time these days as I used to have. Probably, I should continue from where I left.

BTW, What about others on this thread? Anyone still cubing?? [MENTION=2132]RCuber[/MENTION] ??

Currently busy with work.. :p but I do keep a cube in my bag.
Shah
Shah #156
Jul 26, 2015 at 5:33 PM
Currently busy with work.. :p but I do keep a cube in my bag.

I too always have one in my bag all the time. Whenever I feel too dizzy during lecture, I take out the cube, scramble it and do BLD while maintaining eye contact with the lecturer. :D

Have been already caught several times cube-handed (if not red-handed) inside class. Was lucky to get away with it though. :p
Vyom
Vyom #157
Oct 3, 2015 at 1:12 PM
It's a video on facebook, but got to be seen by any Rubik cube fan:
*www.facebook.com/video.php?v=968690643171728

A child solves two rubik cube at once with another twist...
Vyom
Vyom #158
Dec 25, 2015 at 11:12 AM
So today I disassembled and assembled a new Rubik's cube I bought recently. Took me more than 30 min and after watching this video.

*i.imgur.com/ZGncDVM.jpg

*i.imgur.com/mMXmbK0.jpg


The only question now is.. where the hell is the piece on left supposed to fit! I left with it after I finished assembling the cube. All the sides are complete! :confused:
anky
anky #159
Dec 29, 2015 at 6:12 PM
hi, please suggest a DIY cube or any good cube for begineer (3x3)
CUBELELO - Largest online shop for speed cubes and puzzles in India
Shah
Shah #160
Dec 29, 2015 at 9:30 PM
So today I disassembled and assembled a new Rubik's cube I bought recently. Took me more than 30 min and after watching this video.

*i.imgur.com/ZGncDVM.jpg

*i.imgur.com/mMXmbK0.jpg


The only question now is.. where the hell is the piece on left supposed to fit! I left with it after I finished assembling the cube. All the sides are complete! :confused:

Beneath a corner. Disassemble the corners one by one and check which one is missing it.

hi, please suggest a DIY cube or any good cube for begineer (3x3)
CUBELELO - Largest online shop for speed cubes and puzzles in India

It all comes down to your personal preference. You can't decide on a speedcube until you try them all. My first speedcube was a ZhanChi, It still is my main cube. But, few people prefer WeiLong or AoLong.

If you are sub 50 or sub 60, get a ZhanChi or one of the MoYu's. Otherwise, You should be good with a SuLong, ChiLong or even a ShengShou Aurora until you get sub-60. Browse through reviews on Youtube to see which one you like. Also, Don't forget to get a lube along with the cube.

It's quiet hard to decide on your first speedcube. I have been through it. If you have any friends who owns speedcubes, You can lend their cubes for a few minutes to try them so that you can make a clear decision.
RCuber
RCuber #161
Dec 30, 2015 at 1:07 AM
[MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION], whats your average now?

I haven't had a single solve in couple of months :(
Shah
Shah #162
Dec 30, 2015 at 3:05 PM
[MENTION=129731]Shah[/MENTION], whats your average now?

I haven't had a single solve in couple of months :(

That's the same case with me too. Have been busy with studies, exam and all. :(
I even forgot most of the algs. Will start practicing once exams are over.
Vyom
Vyom #163
Dec 30, 2015 at 3:53 PM
I came to know about this amazing app on cube solving. You can even take snap of the cube's sides and then take help of app in solving actual cube. (cheating :rolleyes:)

Rubik's Cube Fridrich Solver
*play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.BodorGdev.fridrichsolver2
ZTR
ZTR #164
Jan 26, 2016 at 6:11 PM


Almost in a second
ShankJ
ShankJ #165
Jan 26, 2016 at 6:44 PM
I had no idea this thread was still active.. So people still cubing these days?? I carry a cube with me all the time in my bag but havnt got the chance to solve it in the last 2-3 months.. What are your best timings??
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #166
Jan 27, 2016 at 1:34 PM
Can't beat a Robot :-D
sygeek
sygeek #167
Aug 4, 2017 at 4:21 PM
Need a suggestion for a rubik's cube near 500 bucks. I used to solve them in around 1min 5-6 years back. Decided to pick it up as a hobby again. Which would you guys recommend?
Zangetsu
Zangetsu #168
Oct 24, 2017 at 7:32 PM
The new record on 3x3x3


Lightning-Fast Teen Sets New Rubik’s Cube World Record
Vyom
Vyom #169
Oct 24, 2017 at 8:19 PM
OH MY GOD.. OH MY GOD.. OH MY GODDDD!!
nac
nac #170
Jul 7, 2023 at 2:57 PM
Anyone still cubing?

I have this cube bought more than a decade ago from a local store for about ~100/- just to see if I can solve it. I couldn't so took help from google and learned an 8-step solution from www.chessandpoker.com/rubiks-cube-solution.html and memorised the steps. Ever since it's mostly collecting dusts, if I happened to see it when I am cleaning or searching for something I check if I still remember the steps, obviously I don't remember some of 'em. I would go to the bookmarked page and do it. It never felt fair as I didn't do on my own. Until very recently I thought most are doing it on their own esp professionals, but it looks like most learn some algorithms and do it fast. This was about a week ago when I was looking online to see if there is anyway I can do it quicker than I was doing with the above method.

Since Fridrich is a popular one, I thought I can give it a try. But memorizing that 119 algorithms felt like a lot. I can't even remember the 8-step solution after a long gap. There is no way I can memorize and remember that many algorithms. I can do the first layer without any algorithm, if there is a way to solve the entire cube that way, that would be good. You know like swimming, riding a bicycle kinda way. I thought may be with a better quality cube I may be able to solve it quicker. Currently my solving time is in the range of 2.5 - 6 min. I don't know if it's me or the cube, I am still using the wrist to turn, not like the professionals who does some slick finger moves. Searched online for cubes, and came across Cubelelo. Didn't know cubes could cost 1000s of rupees. They suggest a 200/- unit for a beginner. The one I have is tension adjustable which I came to know just this week. I don't know if that makes it a speedcube, it doesn't corner cut though.

I am still a beginner using that 8-step method to solve. Should I use the cube I have to learn any new method to solve quicker or get a speedcube? What would be your suggestion? I don't think my level of interest would go past beginner level, so I think can I stick with one of these cube or should I go for a magnetic version?

There is price difference. Are they same Cubelelo vs Amazon?

Popsugar QiYi Warrior - 110 (Amazon) vs QiYi Warrior - 170 (Cubelelo)
D ETERNAL MoYu MFJS MeiLong 3C - 229 (Amazon) vs MoYu MeiLong 3C 3x3 - 279 (Cubelelo)

This is the one I have.
rubik.jpg
nac
nac #171
Aug 9, 2023 at 2:19 AM
Bought Popsugar Qiyi Warrior, it's not good. So bought Moyu Meilong 3C.

Learned the widely used beginner method (a 7-step one, the one I learned before was a 8-step one and a bit complex algorithm) and later learned beginner CFOP (the 2-step OLL and PLL) too. After about a month, my Ao5 is hovering around 1.5 min give or take 15 sec and some screw ups every now and then while trying to beat personal best in which case it may take over 2 or even 3 min. My time was pretty much same with both the beginner and CFOP. I was hoping timing would improve with CFOP, but even with less number of turns than the beginner, I am taking as much time as the beginner. Reason would be I am taking more time to recognize the patterns.

About a handful of times, I got sub 1-min. But each and every time, it's because of either or both OLL/PLL skip.

To get under 1-min consistently, I need to,
Recognize patterns quicker
Learn to insert F2L pairs at back
Instead of thinking and applying the algorithms, my muscle should remember and do it quicker
And most importantly, develop some good finger tricks/positioning

This is my best so far,
rub.png
nac
nac #172
Aug 29, 2023 at 6:54 AM
Bought N52 magnets and glued to the cubes in DIY fashion. First, I glued 48 magnets on edge and corner cubes. After a week or so, I doubled and it was good. After a week I got back to original 48. Bought silicone oil, it's good for couple of days and I need to lube again. I thought lubing would last for a month or so. May be the quality I bought isn't good.

Improving time is super hard :chucks:
rub.png

I am recognizing F2L cases better, but still using the basic 41 and still need to bring corner cube to front right to recognize the cases. Learning to insert other than front left would take more practice. I can't think of look ahead until I am extremely good at recognizing the cases.
nac
nac #173
Sep 7, 2023 at 7:42 PM
Learned 40+ Intermediate/Advanced F2L algos. Solving times are pretty much the same, just the consistency got better.

I didn't expect I would be spending this much time in cubing. So thought of stopping it for a while. Before that I wanted to do 100 solves and see the stats. Here are my best so far,

rub 2.png