WCA Speed Puzzle Bulk

[JaredRB9000]

Basically I love the idea of doing what I love in a public, concentrated area. But as far as WCA, I have a 3x3 (Thunderclap/WeiLong GTS) and some non-speed Megaminx (and a SS Pyra, not sure how I missed on OG post, it's right next to me). I've got a list of puzzles I want for each WCA Puzzle (minus 3x3, obviously).
2x2: MoYo Weipo
4x4: MoYu AoSu
5x5: MoYu BoChuang
6x6: MoYu AoShi
7x7: MoYu Cubic Aofu GT
Skewb: MoYu
Pyraminx: MoYu
Megaminx: DaYan Ridged
Square-1: QiYi (duh)
Clock: LingAo (not like I actually want to get good at it but still I want one)
So yeah. They all seem like good puzzles, but what are your thoughts on my choices?

 

[DTCuber]

Yuxin 6x6

 

[DGCubes]

Basically I love the idea of doing what I love in a public, concentrated area. But as far as WCA, I have a 3x3 (Thunderclap/WeiLong GTS) and some non-speed Megaminx (and a SS Pyra, not sure how I missed on OG post, it's right next to me). I've got a list of puzzles I want for each WCA Puzzle (minus 3x3, obviously).
2x2: MoYo Weipo
4x4: MoYu AoSu
5x5: MoYu BoChuang
6x6: MoYu AoShi
7x7: MoYu Cubic Aofu GT
Skewb: MoYu
Pyraminx: MoYu
Megaminx: DaYan Ridged
Square-1: QiYi (duh)
Clock: LingAo (not like I actually want to get good at it but still I want one)
So yeah. They all seem like good puzzles, but what are your thoughts on my choices?

They all seem good, although I might go for a DaYan 2x2 over a WeiPo, and a QiYi Skewb over a MoYu. Also, I personally prefer the YuXin 5x5 over the BoChuang, although that seems to be a pretty rare preference, so you're probably good there. For Megaminx, if I were you, I might wait for the X-Man Megaminxes that will be coming out really soon. They look really good, and DaYan Megaminxes can be pretty iffy from my experiences (mine is absolutely terrible, although there are good ones out there). Also, the GuanSu is quite a bit cheaper than the AoSu, and some people are using it as their mains over the AoSu, although I don't have one so I can't say for sure.

 

[JaredRB9000]

They all seem good, although I might go for a DaYan 2x2 over a WeiPo, and a QiYi Skewb over a MoYu. Also, I personally prefer the YuXin 5x5 over the BoChuang, although that seems to be a pretty rare preference, so you're probably good there. For Megaminx, if I were you, I might wait for the X-Man Megaminxes that will be coming out really soon. They look really good, and DaYan Megaminxes can be pretty iffy from my experiences (mine is absolutely terrible, although there are good ones out there). Also, the GuanSu is quite a bit cheaper than the AoSu, and some people are using it as their mains over the AoSu, although I don't have one so I can't say for sure.

First off, I'm happy people are telling me specific opinions, cause I basically just went with the newest non-budget puzzles. Now onto some of my 2 cents and such. For starters, I have no idea how to set up a puzzle and don't have any lube, so either I need good out-of-the-box/broken in puzzles, or I should learn how to setup(where to learn?). Next, will the X-men Mexaminxes have ridges? I would prefer it, but if its a fast stable puzzle, I can live without it. Thirdly, what are the main differences between the WeiPo and the DaYan, and the Yuxin and the BoChuang, and QiYi and MoYu Skeeb? Fourthly(if that's a word), price isn't too much of a concern(for me anyway) as this is a birthday list, unless they're either extremely similar or the GuanSu blows the AoSu out of the water.

 

[Aaron Lau]

First off, I'm happy people are telling me specific opinions, cause I basically just went with the newest non-budget puzzles. Now onto some of my 2 cents and such. For starters, I have no idea how to set up a puzzle and don't have any lube, so either I need good out-of-the-box/broken in puzzles, or I should learn how to setup(where to learn?). Next, will the X-men Mexaminxes have ridges? I would prefer it, but if its a fast stable puzzle, I can live without it. Thirdly, what are the main differences between the WeiPo and the DaYan, and the Yuxin and the BoChuang, and QiYi and MoYu Skeeb? Fourthly(if that's a word), price isn't too much of a concern(for me anyway) as this is a birthday list, unless they're either extremely similar or the GuanSu blows the BoChuang out of the water.

Best thing to do is watch some reviews on the different cubes to see which would be the best for you. Also you can learn to setup by watching some youtube videos. And lastly... the guansu and bochuang aren't even in the same category..

 

[Loiloiloi]

Next, will the X-men Mexaminxes have ridges

There will be a stickerless version with ridges. I recommend looking at the thread. https://www.speedsolving.com/forum/threads/x-man-design-megaminx-galaxy.61076/

 

[JaredRB9000]

There will be a stickerless version with ridges. I recommend looking at the thread. https://www.speedsolving.com/forum/threads/x-man-design-megaminx-galaxy.61076/

Totally waiting till those are on the market. They seem awesome. So... When will they be on the market? I'm not in a hurry, but by the end of July would be nice.

 

[DGCubes]

First off, I'm happy people are telling me specific opinions, cause I basically just went with the newest non-budget puzzles. Now onto some of my 2 cents and such. For starters, I have no idea how to set up a puzzle and don't have any lube, so either I need good out-of-the-box/broken in puzzles, or I should learn how to setup(where to learn?). Next, will the X-men Mexaminxes have ridges? I would prefer it, but if its a fast stable puzzle, I can live without it. Thirdly, what are the main differences between the WeiPo and the DaYan, and the Yuxin and the BoChuang, and QiYi and MoYu Skeeb? Fourthly(if that's a word), price isn't too much of a concern(for me anyway) as this is a birthday list, unless they're either extremely similar or the GuanSu blows the AoSu out of the water.

The WeiPo is good out of the box (I don't have one, but they're similar to the other MoYu 2x2s which I have), although the DaYan gets good with setting up and breaking in. In that case, based on what you said, I'd go with the WeiPo if I were you. There's not much of a difference in quality between a new WeiPo and a set-up DaYan. The QiYi Skewb is just a bit smoother, and you can adjust the clickiness to your liking. I just really prefer the feeling for some reason.

 

[JaredRB9000]

The WeiPo is good out of the box (I don't have one, but they're similar to the other MoYu 2x2s which I have), although the DaYan gets good with setting up and breaking in. In that case, based on what you said, I'd go with the WeiPo if I were you. There's not much of a difference in quality between a new WeiPo and a set-up DaYan. The QiYi Skewb is just a bit smoother, and you can adjust the clickiness to your liking. I just really prefer the feeling for some reason.

The WeiPo seems like my thing then. Does it feel anything like a WeiLong GTS? Just got one and love it. And the QiYi Skewb sounds better, as I don't really like clicky turning.
On an unrelated note: if I learn how to just solve all the WCA puzzles, should I do them all at a comp, just for fun? (Probably besides clock LOL, isn't even a twisty puzzle)

 

[Loiloiloi]

The WeiPo seems like my thing then. Does it feel anything like a WeiLong GTS? Just got one and love it. And the QiYi Skewb sounds better, as I don't really like clicky turning.
On an unrelated note: if I learn how to just solve all the WCA puzzles, should I do them all at a comp, just for fun? (Probably besides clock LOL, isn't even a twisty puzzle)

I find it best to do every event I can at comp, I know most people just do any event they are able to make the cutoff for.

 

[JaredRB9000]

I find it best to do every event I can at comp, I know most people just do any event they are able to make the cutoff for.

Do all comps use the same cutoffs? I know 3x3 never really has one anyway.
On a somewhat related note(to the original thread topic), how would I fix a pop? I know they can be pretty bad, especially on big cubes.

 

[Loiloiloi]

Do all comps use the same cutoffs? I know 3x3 never really has one anyway.
On a somewhat related note(to the original thread topic), how would I fix a pop? I know they can be pretty bad, especially on big cubes.

After a pop you must assemble the pieces in the position they were in before they popped.

All comps do not use the same cutoff, it's different for every single one.

 

[DGCubes]

Do all comps use the same cutoffs? I know 3x3 never really has one anyway.
On a somewhat related note(to the original thread topic), how would I fix a pop? I know they can be pretty bad, especially on big cubes.

No, not all competitions have the same cutoffs; some don't have any at all. For any other competition-related questions, check the regulations: https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/regulations/
As a response to your earlier question, personally, I'd recommend doing every event you can. You might not get a chance to compete in some events again for a while if future competitions don't have them, so I'd take advantage of it if I could. Although, it's really up to you. Would you rather have a really busy day solving-wise, or have some more time to hang out and meet people? Find the right balance between the two for you.

 

[JaredRB9000]

No, not all competitions have the same cutoffs; some don't have any at all. For any other competition-related questions, check the regulations: https://www.worldcubeassociation.org/regulations/
As a response to your earlier question, personally, I'd recommend doing every event you can. You might not get a chance to compete in some events again for a while if future competitions don't have them, so I'd take advantage of it if I could. Although, it's really up to you. Would you rather have a really busy day solving-wise, or have some more time to hang out and meet people? Find the right balance between the two for you.

I'd probably do something like 2x2 through 5x5, Skewb, Pyraminx, and Square-1, mostly because 6x6, 7x7, and Megaminx would take the longest. I also want to finally hang out with people who like what I like.

After a pop you must assemble the pieces in the position they were in before they popped.

All comps do not use the same cutoff, it's different for every single one.

As far as pops, I meant how to physically reassemble it, like at home.

 

[shadowslice e]

I'd probably do something like 2x2 through 5x5, Skewb, Pyraminx, and Square-1, mostly because 6x6, 7x7, and Megaminx would take the longest.

Actually, mega takes about the same time as 5x5 (though mine is considerably faster because I practise it).

 

[JaredRB9000]

Actually, mega takes about the same time as 5x5 (though mine is considerably faster because I practise it).

I wouldn't know, not having anything more than a 3x3(hence the reason for the thread). And speaking of solving, don't you start big cubes by reducing to 3x3? And how do you prevent parity on 4x4 and 6x6?

 

[shadowslice e]

I wouldn't know, not having anything more than a 3x3(hence the reason for the thread). And speaking of solving, don't you start big cubes by reducing to 3x3? And how do you prevent parity on 4x4 and 6x6?

I'm not entirely sure how you prevent parity but I is something to do with the number of quarter turns performed during the reduction phase but I'm no expert. all you have to do is perform a fairly fast algorithm to correct the parity "error".

And yes, most big cube speedsolving methods reduce the cube to a 3x3x3 first witht the only notable exception of K4

 

[JaredRB9000]

Yuxin 6x6

Could you explain why? Like, how does the AoShi compare?
And for an updated list(based on responses), Here it is.
2x2: WeiPo
4x4: AoSu
5x5: BoChuang
6x6: AoShi
7x7: Cubic AoFu GT
Skewb: QiYi
Pyraminx: QiYi
Megaminx: X-Man(depending on release date)
Square-1: QiYi(again, duh)
Clock: BaiTai(I only slightly care because of the 12 clock marks as opposed to the 1 on the LingAo)
Also, should I get a stackmat(timer+mat)? I have the space for it. And what gen?

 

[mafergut]

I would also go with Yuxin 6x6 because it's a bit smaller, cheaper, you can have it in stickerless (normal non-candy colors) and Feliks and Kevin are already liking it at least as much as their already well broken in aoshis. I'd also go with the Yuxin 5x5 instead of Bochuang but it's just a matter of preference.
Regarding 4x4 I prefer the mini size and here the Cyclone Boys G4 is great. It is not good out of the box but it just needs some dozens of solves to break in the inner slices and after that it's the best imho. If you don't want to break it in or prefer 62mm 4x4s then the Guansu is very nice and cheaper than the Aosu.
All the other puzzles in your last list seem fine.

 

[JaredRB9000]

I would also go with Yuxin 6x6 because it's a bit smaller, cheaper, you can have it in stickerless (normal non-candy colors) and Feliks and Kevin are already liking it at least as much as their already well broken in aoshis. I'd also go with the Yuxin 5x5 instead of Bochuang but it's just a matter of preference.
Regarding 4x4 I prefer the mini size and here the Cyclone Boys G4 is great. It is not good out of the box but it just needs some dozens of solves to break in the inner slices and after that it's the best imho. If you don't want to break it in or prefer 62mm 4x4s then the Guansu is very nice and cheaper than the Aosu.
All the other puzzles in your last list seem fine.

1) It's the Yuxin Red, right?
2) TBH, I don't really care what the pros are using. It's their personal preference, and I have my own too.
3) I have kinda big hands, so the size of the AoSu shouldn't be a problem.