[Help Thread] Puzzle Recommendations

[Ash Black]

redi cube is pretty fun, so you might consider that

 

[GAN 356 X]

6x6 and 7x7 imo. im gonna get into those events soon myself

 

[Nathanael]

I like a lot of these cubes (or puzzles so to speak)

 

[Nathanael]

This thread I find really helpful because I don't do Pyraminx or Megaminx but now I do and I couldn't find a good cube but now I can. THANK YOU!

 

[Deleted member 51471]

I think most of what you have in this list is correct for most people, but I think you should update 3x3 and 4x4 a little.

3x3
Whilst this is a recent addition to the GAN 3x3 range, I think the XS is most definitely the best 3x3 on the market right now, making improvements on the magnet and tension systems. Feliks Zemdegs used it to set his new average world record of 5.53 seconds, and he and Max Park both main it, making it worthy to go on this list as an improvement over the GAN 356 X.

4x4
This is also a recent addition, but to the Aosu Range, the MoYu AoSu WRM. Whilst many people prefer the GTS2M, the AoSu has again been chosen by Feliks Zemdegs and Max Park as their main 4x4.


I would also suggest the GAN Megaminx - it uses concave corners instead of ridges and has a brilliant magnetic and tensioning system. As used by Feliks Zemdegs.

Feliks and Max are sponsored by Gan. Wouldn't they have to use the Gan 460 ?

 

[ImmolatedMarmoset]

Feliks and Max are sponsored by Gan. Wouldn't they have to use the Gan 460 ?

No.
Feliks has said (can’t remember where) that GAN cares more about 3x3, and will let you use whatever cube you want for other events.

 

[GAN 356 X]

How much better is the X-man Spark over the Aofu Gts M? Its 7 dollars more on speed cube and i'm wondering if ts worth it

 

[Deleted member 51471]

How much better is the X-man Spark over the Aofu Gts M? Its 7 dollars more on speed cube and i'm wondering if ts worth it

You should probably get a budget magnetic 7x7, such as the YJ yufu V2 M or the little magic, and spend your money on more puzzles instead.
But if you have a big budget 7 $ isn't that much, and the Aofu hasn't been considered the best 7x7 for years.

 

[GAN 356 X]

You should probably get a budget magnetic 7x7, such as the YJ yufu V2 M or the little magic, and spend your money on more puzzles instead.

I know, but the little magic I tried at a comp was so sluggish and horrible to use. I mean, I suppose I could buy some dnm with the order. the yufu is out of stock in both stores I believe

 

[Deleted member 51471]

I know, but the little magic I tried at a comp was so sluggish and horrible to use. I mean, I suppose I could buy some dnm with the order. the yufu is out of stock in both stores I believe

I'll admit I've never tried a 7x7 at all, what I said was what JPerm says. However, if you don't like the feel of the little magic just ignore my recommendation and get the Yufu of the Spark.

 

[GAN 356 X]

I'll admit I've never tried a 7x7 at all, what I said was what JPerm says. However, if you don't like the feel of the little magic just ignore my recommendation and get the Yufu of the Spark.

I mean, it felt a lot better than the 6x6 version, and it did feel kinda nice, but its just really sluggish ( I did most of a solve before giving up lol)

 

[Deleted member 51471]

I mean, it felt a lot better than the 6x6 version, and it did feel kinda nice, but its just really sluggish ( I did most of a solve before giving up lol)

I'm not surprised. Even though the 6x6 is the best budget one, everyone says it's bad. Don't get a budget 6x6.

 

[GAN 356 X]

I'm not surprised. Even though the 6x6 is the best budget one, everyone says it's bad. Don't get a budget 6x6.

Im getting the MGC 6x6

 

[Deleted member 51471]

Im getting the MGC 6x6

Oh I forgot about that one, since it's so new, but it does seem good. Most of the channels I watch I sponsored by SCS and it isn't there yet.

 

[cfopboy]

no i dont think so. the sponsorship just requires them to unbox gan products and make videos of them and post them on youtube.

 

[SamuelCrawford]

Feliks and Max are sponsored by Gan. Wouldn't they have to use the Gan 460 ?

GAN sponsors Feliks and Max to use their 3x3s, as it is arguably the main WCA event. I know that they both started using them out of choice, and then GAN offered them a sponsorship

 

[fortissim2]

You should go for the Qiyi Klotski 15 Puzzle, they're really fun! They're surprisingly easy to make as well if you're a DIY person.

 

[ProStar]

I would just try to finish up your WCA collection with 6x6, 7x7, and maybe clock if you're into that.

6x6 and 7x7 imo. im gonna get into those events soon myself

Aren't 6x6 and 7x7 basically just a bigger 4x4/5x5? Or am I wrong?

Dragon cubes are fun.

I'm not familiar with dragon cubes, what are they?

 

[OreKehStrah]

Aren't 6x6 and 7x7 basically just a bigger 4x4/5x5? Or am I wrong?



I'm not familiar with dragon cubes, what are they?

Yeah as far as the big cubes. I personally don’t enjoy big cubes beyond 5x5 since it’s the same process, just for more pieces. On 6x6 you get a little bit more freedom and more parity, and 7x7 is just a bigger 5x5, change my mind lol. I’d say get something like redi cube, clock, or 15 puzzle for something somewhat fast and simple, and really enjoyable to just casually solve as well

 

[SamuelCrawford]

I would say you should buy the X-Man Shadow M 6x6 and/or the X-Man Spark M 7x7. This is because these events are fun to practice and easier to get world-class on than other WCA Events excepting Megaminx.