Any Cubers in here?

[Charan]

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.

[The Conqueror]

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]

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

[thetechfreak]

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

[Charan]

Originally Posted by The Conqueror

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.

Originally Posted by thetechfreak

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

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

Originally Posted by Zangetsu

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

[ico]

Originally Posted by thetechfreak

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

There are plenty of YouTube videos. It is not hard actually. You need to experience the various situations and learn the algorithms.

[Charan]

Actually the first two layers does not need algorithms .. last layer only requires about 3.

[ico]

Originally Posted by Charan

Actually the first two layers does not need algorithms .. last layer only requires about 3.

yup, I agree.

[sygeek]

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?

[Charan]

Originally Posted by SyGeek

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.

Originally Posted by SyGeek

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]

@Charan: which r good quality cubes???
I bought from street @20rs but they r crapy waste...

[Garbage]

Robot Ruby breaks Rubik's record - Swinburne Media Centre

[Charan]

Originally Posted by Zangetsu

@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.

Originally Posted by Garbage

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

[Zangetsu]

^^wont I get the good quality cubes in Mumbai???

[Charan]

Originally Posted by Zangetsu

^^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.

[The Conqueror]

Any good cubes here ? ->Rubik's Cube | eBay

This one looks cool ->White 3x3 Speedcubing Guojia Alpha Rubiks Cube Type A I | eBay

[sygeek]

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]

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!

[Charan]

Originally Posted by The Conqueror

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.

Originally Posted by The Conqueror

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.

Originally Posted by SyGeek

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.

Originally Posted by Zangetsu

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


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]

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?

[Charan]

Originally Posted by SyGeek

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

[Zangetsu]

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

[Charan]

Bump!! , Fellow Cubers Please Stand Up!!

[gopi_vbboy]

does it improve our intelligence?

[eggman]

^^Perceived ? Yes

[Charan]

Originally Posted by gopi_vbboy

does it improve our intelligence?

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

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]

I retired from cubing long time ago. Maybe I'll get back at it again after the exams.

[Kola2842]

About a month ago, got my friend's cube. It was 9x9 . Solved 2 times.
Will buy after exams.

[Neuron]

I used to solve cubes,but then i took an arrow in the knee.

[Charan]

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.