CCFC Fall 2013 (Norwalk, CT)

[brandbest1]

I'm definitely going to try to make it to this. And how is this going to interfere with Princeton Fall?

According to Alan, Princeton Fall probably won't happen, maybe a Princeton Winter. (i asked him)

 

[Mikel]

I'm going to have to find out what all the hype is about the East Coast.

 

[danthecuber]

I'm going to have to find out what all the hype is about the East Coast.

You're really travelling halfway across the country just to attend this?

 

[Divineskulls]

I'm going to have to find out what all the hype is about the East Coast.

It's the cookies.

 

[Mikel]

You're really travelling halfway across the country just to attend this?

Well, my sister will be living out there, so I'm using this as an excuse to go see her.

It's the cookies.

Awesome, you better bring me some!

 

[JonnyWhoopes]

I'll be there. One of the very few competitions I'll be able to go to from this point on. Can't wait.

 

[christmasx2]

Noah, Really great that you are going to have a CT competition. Wanted to throw out an idea for you, maybe for your next competition. I've had this idea for a while, but CBC recently touch on it also. Here it is, unofficial age divisions in competitions. It has a few upsides: (1) More revenue from all of those parents who are now just sitting around all day. If there was a senior division, some would likely compete; (2) more cubers in the cubing community. I've read that in Europe a fair amount of the cubers are over 40. I am also over 40 and really enjoy cubing; (3) give younger cubers a sense of achievement as they progress. Yes, it would require more organization, but I think the pros outweigh the cons. Poll your parents--I'd bet they still have some competitive spirit in them. I'm ancient and I know I do. The idea needs to be filled out, bit I'm hoping it has legs. Thoughts?

 

[Noahaha]

Noah, Really great that you are going to have a CT competition. Wanted to throw out an idea for you, maybe for your next competition. I've had this idea for a while, but CBC recently touch on it also. Here it is, unofficial age divisions in competitions. It has a few upsides: (1) More revenue from all of those parents who are now just sitting around all day. If there was a senior division, some would likely compete; (2) more cubers in the cubing community. I've read that in Europe a fair amount of the cubers are over 40. I am also over 40 and really enjoy cubing; (3) give younger cubers a sense of achievement as they progress. Yes, it would require more organization, but I think the pros outweigh the cons. Poll your parents--I'd bet they still have some competitive spirit in them. I'm ancient and I know I do. The idea needs to be filled out, bit I'm hoping it has legs. Thoughts?

I am personally against having any age distinctions associated with competitions. Kids should not be treated as different, when they have the same potential to be fast as older people. Look at kids like Lucas Etter and Chan Hong Lik. They show that if you're dedicated, you can become fast no matter your age. There's no reason to make kids feel like they should be slower because of their age. Parents need to learn that too sometimes.

I'm not trying to say that it's a bad idea, just one that I don't agree with.

 

[brandbest1]

I am personally against having any age distinctions associated with competitions. Kids should not be treated as different, when they have the same potential to be fast as older people. Look at kids like Lucas Etter and Chan Hong Lik. They show that if you're dedicated, you can become fast no matter your age. There's no reason to make kids feel like they should be slower because of their age. Parents need to learn that too sometimes.

I'm not trying to say that it's a bad idea, just one that I don't agree with.

Don't forget Yu Da Hyun.

 

[AlexMaass]

I am personally against having any age distinctions associated with competitions. Kids should not be treated as different, when they have the same potential to be fast as older people. Look at kids like Lucas Etter and Chan Hong Lik. They show that if you're dedicated, you can become fast no matter your age. There's no reason to make kids feel like they should be slower because of their age. Parents need to learn that too sometimes.

I'm not trying to say that it's a bad idea, just one that I don't agree with.

I agree with your opinion completely. Also, I have to add that this could result in kids being pressurized by their parents in competitions.

 

[christmasx2]

I am personally against having any age distinctions associated with competitions. Kids should not be treated as different, when they have the same potential to be fast as older people. Look at kids like Lucas Etter and Chan Hong Lik. They show that if you're dedicated, you can become fast no matter your age. There's no reason to make kids feel like they should be slower because of their age. Parents need to learn that too sometimes.

I'm not trying to say that it's a bad idea, just one that I don't agree with.

Thanks for the reply and your thoughts. I think that I have not really made myself clear on this idea and how it would work, but here is not the place for this discussion. I have no intention of imposing on the competition that you've organized. I will try to create a separate place for this discussion because I truly believe it can work, much like road races. Only one person wins, but there is some recognition of the fact that age can have some impact on performance. Is cubing different than a road race when it comes to age, that is an issue for more debate, but again not here.

 

[Noahaha]

Thanks for the reply and your thoughts. I think that I have not really made myself clear on this idea and how it would work, but here is not the place for this discussion. I have no intention of imposing on the competition that you've organized. I will try to create a separate place for this discussion because I truly believe it can work, much like road races. Only one person wins, but there is some recognition of the fact that age can have some impact on performance. Is cubing different than a road race when it comes to age, that is an issue for more debate, but again not here.

Of course. It is definitely something worth talking about, and you should make your opinion heard.

You might want to read this.

 

[BoBoGuy]

I might come, but it's my brother's birthday that day.

Events I might try: 222, 333, 444, 555, Pyra, Clock, 3OH, Square-1(?) and FMC

Events my brother would try: 222, 333, 444, Pyra, FMC

 

[cityzach]

Events I might try: 222, 333, 444, 555, Pyra, Clock, 3OH, Square-1(?) and FMC

Events my brother would try: 222, 333, 444, Pyra, FMC

5x5 isn't an event at this comp, and if you plan on coming, you need to register yourself here.

 

[Noahaha]

I might come, but it's my brother's birthday that day.

Events I might try: 222, 333, 444, 555, Pyra, Clock, 3OH, Square-1(?) and FMC

Events my brother would try: 222, 333, 444, Pyra, FMC

It'll be my birthday too! Make sure you register on the site if you decide to go.

 

[christmasx2]

CCFC Fall 2013 looks to be a huge event. At the rate it's going, could be 75 competitors!

 

[Noahaha]

CCFC Fall 2013 looks to be a huge event. At the rate it's going, could be 75 competitors!

It's crazy. Hopefully it doesn't get too crowded.

 

[christmasx2]

It's crazy. Hopefully it doesn't get too crowded.

Crowded or not, it will be great. The more the merrier!

 

[Hershey]

Take me off the list please. I decided not to go to this competition.

 

[Bob]

I will try to go to this one.