UK Open 2009

[Escher]

I've got a tiled one, but mine is incredibly loose now. The same one as on puzl.co.uk. I got it from dealextreme though. The stickered on puzl says 6cmx6cmx6cm. Rowan did a puzl thread and said he had an e-mail from them confirming it was mini qj. I still prefer the size of my eastsheen, its just crap though.

Yup, the ES is handy sized but not so handy otherwise. It's good that puzl are expanding their offerings but if folk are like me then they need to know exactly what they're getting.
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Nope nope nope, I was talking about this:

http://www.puzl.co.uk/competition-standard-4x4x4-speed-cube-p-269.html

That's a 6x6x6cm 4x4 with a ball mechanism, so I don't see what else it could be.

 

[James Ludlow]

I've been growing a beard for autumn but I'm getting pretty sick of it now - it won't last 'til Xmas!

Boo, lol.

Yup, the ES is handy sized but not so handy otherwise. It's good that puzl are expanding their offerings but if folk are like me then they need to know exactly what they're getting.

I agree. I didn't mind trying out new cubes when I was just collecting, but now I'm more concentrating on trying to get quick, I wolud like a good one. After all, I need every helping second I can get lol.

Oh, I'll be bringing my Gigaminx...I hope ready-cut replacements are available!

Cubesmith says "coming soon"

Nope nope nope, I was talking about this:

http://www.puzl.co.uk/competition-standard-4x4x4-speed-cube-p-269.html

That's a 6x6x6cm 4x4 with a ball mechanism, so I don't see what else it could be.

Thats the one I meant.

 

[AvGalen]

I can bring my gigaminx if you like James. It actually turns prettttty good compared to others I've tried, i.e. ARNAUD'S!

Oh BTW Arnaud, on the way back from UK Open to mine we need to bring some timers to keep until the Bristol comp. I assume that's okay but I never know what to expect, you might end up cycling over

I actually know where to get bikes like that. Should I post that video on Facebook?

Hahah yes do! That was brilliant fun Also, then people would know what we were talking about.

Uploaded to FaceBook: http://www.facebook.com/video/video.php?comments=&v=1182291835510

 

[pjk]

Anyone know which train station is closest to the venue, and the best way to travel from the station to the venue (if it is too far to walk)?

 

[Muesli]

Nevermind. I was being dim.

 

[Cride5]

Anyone know which train station is closest to the venue, and the best way to travel from the station to the venue (if it is too far to walk)?

I'm not a Manchester resident, but looking at the two main railway stations (Victoria and Piccadilly) they are both quite far from the venue (about 3 miles). There is another station actually at ManUtd football ground, but I think it only operates during matches (but not certain).

Your best bet is probably to take the Metro to Old Trafford (from Piccadilly rail station). You're looking for the "Bury / Altrincham Line", going in the direction of Altrincham (southbound). Here's the metro map:
http://www.metrolink.co.uk/pdf/route_map.pdf

BTW, have you had the chance test the MediaWiki port of the alg DB?
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[Edam]

that sounds about right to me, last year me and grace came into piccadilly, then as the metro station was out of service we just walked to the one in town and got the metro there. it stops by the cricket ground and there's a bit of a walk but it's fairly obvious where to go.

 

[James Ludlow]

...they are both quite far from the venue (about 3 miles)...

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Well laced boots, two pairs of socks, well packed bergen and plenty of water.

 

[pjk]

Anyone know which train station is closest to the venue, and the best way to travel from the station to the venue (if it is too far to walk)?

I'm not a Manchester resident, but looking at the two main railway stations (Victoria and Piccadilly) they are both quite far from the venue (about 3 miles). There is another station actually at ManUtd football ground, but I think it only operates during matches (but not certain).

Your best bet is probably to take the Metro to Old Trafford (from Piccadilly rail station). You're looking for the "Bury / Altrincham Line", going in the direction of Altrincham (southbound). Here's the metro map:
http://www.metrolink.co.uk/pdf/route_map.pdf

BTW, have you had the chance test the MediaWiki port of the alg DB?
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Thanks for the info. It looks like I will actually be catching a ride with Michael to the competition.

I haven't tested the alg DB with the Mediawiki yet. I plan to do it tonight though. I'll let you know.

 

[Tyson]

Anyone know which train station is closest to the venue, and the best way to travel from the station to the venue (if it is too far to walk)?

I'm not a Manchester resident, but looking at the two main railway stations (Victoria and Piccadilly) they are both quite far from the venue (about 3 miles). There is another station actually at ManUtd football ground, but I think it only operates during matches (but not certain).

Your best bet is probably to take the Metro to Old Trafford (from Piccadilly rail station). You're looking for the "Bury / Altrincham Line", going in the direction of Altrincham (southbound). Here's the metro map:
http://www.metrolink.co.uk/pdf/route_map.pdf

BTW, have you had the chance test the MediaWiki port of the alg DB?
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Thanks for the info. It looks like I will actually be catching a ride with Michael to the competition.

I haven't tested the alg DB with the Mediawiki yet. I plan to do it tonight though. I'll let you know.

My cubes have not arrived yet, so I'm afraid I will be of no match for you.

 

[pjk]

Anyone know which train station is closest to the venue, and the best way to travel from the station to the venue (if it is too far to walk)?

I'm not a Manchester resident, but looking at the two main railway stations (Victoria and Piccadilly) they are both quite far from the venue (about 3 miles). There is another station actually at ManUtd football ground, but I think it only operates during matches (but not certain).

Your best bet is probably to take the Metro to Old Trafford (from Piccadilly rail station). You're looking for the "Bury / Altrincham Line", going in the direction of Altrincham (southbound). Here's the metro map:
http://www.metrolink.co.uk/pdf/route_map.pdf

BTW, have you had the chance test the MediaWiki port of the alg DB?
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Thanks for the info. It looks like I will actually be catching a ride with Michael to the competition.

I haven't tested the alg DB with the Mediawiki yet. I plan to do it tonight though. I'll let you know.

My cubes have not arrived yet, so I'm afraid I will be of no match for you.

Excuses, excuses...

 

[MichaelErskine]

I see that the media machine has started to roll: Charlie is in the Daily Mail.

 

[CharlieCooper]

I see that the media machine has started to roll: Charlie is in the Daily Mail.

Actually, it's spread like wildfire across the globe that I can sub 15 BLD.

 

[TMOY]

Actually, it's spread like wildfire across the globe that I can sub 15 BLD.

You're slow. It was said in a French newspaper once (after Euro 2008 IIRC) that Clément was able to complete a 4/4 multiBLD in 22 seconds

 

[MrMoney]

Hola; tomorrow I will be off to Manchester: if anyonE wants to meet up;

+47 918 58 352

See ya

 

[roller]

Hey!
My name is Adam and i come from Poland but I live in Uk for 3 years now im 16
i solve the cube for over 6 months and my best single is 23.xx and average 32.xx
im coming to UK Open and it will be my first competition
anyway, the problem is that i signed up for 2x2 but today i broke my cube... :/ is there a chance of buying a new one in Manchester somewhere around the stadium?
Please let me know if you know anything!
Thanks!

 

[joey]

I don't know if you will be able to buy one, but you can certainly borrow one for use at the comp.

 

[MTGjumper]

Eugh, I just realised that 4x4 and 5x5 are best of x, then only 8 proceed to the final. Why not just a cut-off of something like 1:30-2:00 from two solves, then you can do an average of 5?

 

[theretardedcuber]

Will there be any cubes/merchandise for sale on the day?

I have quite a few puzzles to get rid of -- I shall edit this post with a list, although there's some that I'd like to offer to particular people first so I'll chat with people on the day rather than make firm offers now.

* Meffert's Pyraminx - boxed, used
* Rubik's Clock - boxed (very tatty box), used, unmodded
* Black Mozhi Skewb Diamond - brand new, boxed (tatty box)
* Black QJ 4x4x4 - brand new, boxed
* Rubik's Darth Maul head 2x2x2 - boxed
* Black V-Cube 7 - boxed, solved maybe 5 times (not 100% about selling this one!)

can i buy the 4x4x4 myne is broke and i reaaaaaly need one...

 

[MichaelErskine]

can i buy the 4x4x4 myne is broke and i reaaaaaly need one...

With spelling and grammar like that? You'll be lucky

Only joking. Unfortunately for your good self I already promised the QJ4 to Pete (cookingfat). I'd expect there to be some other spare puzzles around (unless people are travelling light). What 4x4x4 do you have at the moment and what is broke about it? I may have the spare parts you need. If that doesn't work out then you might have spare parts that I need