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Dans 14.64 FTO WB Single - FULL INTERVIEW
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Reconstruction of this solve: tinyurl.com/bdf4ur8s
Added another FTO method to the collection. The idea of LBL isn't new in cubing generally, but I did have to come up with techniques that made it work on the FTO. The basic outline is:
First layer - solve first center and first three triples, very similar to Bencisco.
Second layer - done in three stages: solve middle edges with [U' F' : U] and the inverse; solve lower triangles with [D' BL' : sledge] and the inverse, as well as 3-cycle commutators when it's efficient; solve upper triangles with normal flip algs like in L3T.
Third layer - solve corners using Pyraminx L3E algs (or the FTO CP algs to preserve triangles when it's good), and finally solve the remaining triangles with commutators (usually two, sometimes three are needed).
This solve in particular skipped the lower triangles of the second layer (I managed to solve three large traps which was nice) but otherwise the rest was full-step, with some fairly nice cases. Overall I'm pretty happy with it!
I'd like to make a comeback with some new content for this channel in the near future, but it may be a few months from now as of yet. If you read up to here, thanks for watching and sticking around!
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Learn to solve the FTO: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
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These are currently sold out, but I may build another batch in the future.
Link to FTO discord: discord.gg/dtANps9nKd
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Thom Barlow's original video: youtube.com/watch?v=UYvgEL5Qwkk
Bencisco - tinyurl.com/2pcsb8za
Julian - tinyurl.com/henrh3vf
Reduction - tinyurl.com/eetw893m
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Michael's original video: youtu.be/XFA8cVoV-Ao
The full reconstruction: drive.google.com/file/d/1YJ7uF2LDpNzYXnaOMcB5-fIa-w_XDkXu/view?usp=sharing
Embracing tradition! Here we look back at one of the first FTO speedsolves ever done and reveal how the original records were set.
Sorry for the below par lighting/audio quality, I had to film in a different location.
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Overall this puzzle is very good. Out of the box it felt tight, the layers were quite stiff to turn and it was absolutely soaked in bad factory lubrication, but 3 break-in solves later and it loosened up just fine. After disassembling and making slight adjustments to the tensions, they became more even and feel quite nice now.
The size is pretty much perfect and the sticker quality/shades are fantastic aside from a couple air bubbles that were present, but peeling up one side and re-applying the affected stickers fixed this.
I think the biggest problem is that the stability of the puzzle goes way down when you make a deep turn with two layers; in the half-way position the 2x2 corner sections can pop with enough force. Others have even reported explosions when making second layer moves (though that could just be a tensioning issue). Lastly, the springs MF8 used in the four fixed centers are way too long and rigid which makes these layers stiff (the four floating ones do not have springs). Replacing them with shorter and lighter springs (perhaps from a Pyraminx or even a Skewb) will likely help make these turns easier.
In summary I'm ecstatically happy MF8 chose to push this design through their pipeline of unreleased projects so soon and it's super cool to see a new FTO-like puzzle become mass-produced, despite the minor design flaws. If you like solving FTO and have cash to burn, this puzzle is a great experience and does not disappoint.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
OLP DOCUMENT: drive.google.com/file/d/10eI8xditzDOQU3H1C2hyUl-JS8bPblHE/view?usp=sharing
In which I give an overview of OLP and how it is useful for L3T.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I provide my algorithms for the odd TCP cases and how to use them in solves.
Aedan's sheet: docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/14ebrK8RJD7D41KgJ80nsQk1fjqiMZPqR-gk2nsmqVxY/edit#gid=1283953761
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Learn to solve the FTO: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmsIIxL8dGWubJDG6wD_KHaRxbxFhmXyA
FTO WR1 history: bit.ly/ftorankings
Discord server: discord.gg/dtANps9nKd
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FTO: modded magnetic Lanlan with custom hex-nut core.
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These were my first ever FTO solves using completely custom hardware (SpeedyFTO V1) and this solve in particular was the first ever sub-40 on video.
Original upload date: July 12, 2018
Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I show off some new algs and tricks for dealing with trapped triangles or the last four triples.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I finally showcase my secret method I've been using to force corner skips.
Thanks everyone so much once again for all the support, I honestly couldn't have made this tutorial series a reality without all of you. Here's to the future and even more advanced techniques being developed!
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The official FTO rankings leaderboard: bit.ly/ftorankings
Want more from Dan? Check out his Twitch channel and give him a follow to see even more amazing live solves like this! twitch.tv/dascubing
Mark the date, this one is going down in the history books. The most unbelievable FTO solve happened, and the crowd went wild. In this video I break down the scramble, how Dan solved it, and invited him to share his own thoughts on what it takes to be the best.
LINK TO THE FULL INTERVIEW: youtube.com/watch?v=2ibIjKuJR7M
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PLEASE go check out all the amazing participants and give them a follow!
Aedan: youtube.com/channel/UCj_pE_DXdZlRBiYT6BPFc-g | twitch.tv/tipster_trickster
Calvin: youtube.com/channel/UCYSDY7JdqOM-9qRpdafCD5w | twitch.tv/sixstringcal
Dan: youtube.com/user/dascubing | twitch.tv/dascubing
Edd: youtube.com/channel/UCE6FbGEb4MwKBLfJTK1sbTg | twitch.tv/eddtherexman
Katie: youtube.com/channel/UCxOwQgLW43Qkd95Udqguofw
Michael: youtube.com/channel/UCvLm7A-tP4EbhDh1nA1Ol1w | twitch.tv/360cubed
Tyler: youtube.com/channel/UC66uAAMEOYYScDIk6xmchsw | twitch.tv/thatcubingguy01
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I explain the TCP algorithms for L3T and how to recognize them.
Aedan's algs: youtube.com/watch?v=TH8HytbZEek
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Go check out CubersLive and the FTO Melee!
cuberslive.com/tpc
youtube.com/channel/UCvraG0baqSBP6N1Qjc4a4_A
discord.gg/BPz4VYQ
If you don't want to buy new stickers, this color scheme is for you! This was a massive change in the scope of my FTO solving, but I'm very happy I did it and have even broken several of my records along the way.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I explain areas that can be easily improved in forming the LBT with just a few simple tricks.
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00:00
Introduction 00:09
Terminology and definitions 01:00
L3T methodology and approach 05:49
Best flip choices 08:09
Avoiding 2flip 10:35
Special cases to know 13:24
Ergonomic 1flip solution 20:01
Introduction to OPF 22:48
How to do OPF in a real solve 25:17
Avoiding 1flip with OPF 30:27
Multipairs 36:07
Example solve 37:48
PLAYLIST LINK: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLmsIIxL8dGWubJDG6wD_KHaRxbxFhmXyA
Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I show a complete collection of all the techniques I use to efficiently solve L3T.
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Later in this very stream I beat this with a 57.85 single, but was not recording. You can find it highlighted on my Twitch channel.
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I'm so happy to be presenting a new puzzle again to the world. I miss designing, but making things by hand was a very fun experience again.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I show how to take advantage of situations to improve your second center solution and its integration with the other steps.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I show how to make L2C a bit less painful.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I show the methodologies behind my approach to solving the first center effectively.
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I go over some helpful tools to improve your F2T.
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I share the details of my FTO performance mod and how I make my puzzles turn so much better for speed solving. As always, leave any questions down below!
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Edd's original video (amazing solve): youtube.com/watch?v=UjcxBu7knbU
Edd's channel (even more amazing solves): youtube.com/channel/UCE6FbGEb4MwKBLfJTK1sbTg
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I talk about how to optimize the way you think about the color scheme.
UPDATE: I now recommend buying FTO sticker sets from The Cubicle as they are a bit cheaper, even including shipping. Link to them here: thecubicle.com/collections/sticker-sets/products/face-turning-octahedron-sticker-set
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Solution document: docs.google.com/document/d/e/2PACX-1vTDL7-XvpNrhIc2Q_1nHfeJyG7tIazgBCq88PE8ahqIbvPb3LPQsM3_vsdqX6y8sxte1n5jGk2J3c5V/pub
Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I talk about what you should expect when trying to get faster.
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Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which i demonstrate how to properly handle the puzzle for speedsolving.
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Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
I am so incredibly excited to finally be kicking this off! If you want to get better at speedsolving the FTO, here's an opportunity to learn from the world's best at pioneering the event. With in-depth details every step of the way, no tip or trick will be left out.
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Beginner's tutorial: youtube.com/watch?v=tYeV8LvqVDY
In which I demonstrate the FTO moveset and how to interpret it.
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I will hopefully make another video like this soon as my current PB is 19.49 seconds!
If you want to see some more FTO solve reconstructions from another solver, check out Edd Dib's channel: youtube.com/channel/UCE6FbGEb4MwKBLfJTK1sbTg
FTO weekly competition: bit.ly/ftoweekly
My Twitch channel (with the original solve video): twitch.tv/speedyoctahedron
While I don't have new puzzles planned for my foreseeable future in wake of the current times, I hope this deep and though-provoking puzzle theory video will suffice to satisfy my viewers for now. This took a ton of time and effort to make, so I hope you all enjoy!
My FTO beginner's tutorial: youtu.be/tYeV8LvqVDY
My Twitch channel: twitch.tv/speedyoctahedron
My Instagram page: instagram.com/benpuzzles
Former. I now have a...well, you'll see soon.
Full reaction: twitch.tv/speedyoctahedron/clips
Catch me live on Twitch: twitch.tv/speedyoctahedron
TIME STAMPS:
0:29 - Preface
5:11 - The scramble and the first center
8:56 - First two triples
13:42 - Second center
17:01 - Last 2 centers
23:03 - Last bottom triple
29:52 - Last 3 triples
It's finally here! An in-depth introductory video tutorial for solving the Face-Turning Octahedron using "Bencisco", my speed method. Advanced tutorials will come out over the course of the next weeks.
Link to the explanation video: youtube.com/watch?v=ip90747UCG0
FTO video tutorials coming at the end of next week!
This does not represent the end, but I don't believe I can ever top this and things are going to be much more laid back from here on out.
Link to that twistypuzzles thread for anyone who is curious: http://twistypuzzles.com/forum/viewtopic.php?f=9&t=24582
Music: Dream Theater - The Count of Tuscany (instrumental excerpt)
Or, put on your own music if you want. :)
My Instagram page (you can ask me questions there): instagram.com/benpuzzles
Next video will hopefully be some more walkthrough solves. Stay tuned.
(No, I don't plan to quit designing puzzles yet...I may in fact have a few tricks up my sleeve for the end of this year)
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Finally, after a year's long wait, the Rapture Dino Cube is now available for all of you to buy! I also introduce the Capture Dino Cube, a difficult bandaged variation.
That's about all I've got for new puzzles as of now. By default my next video WILL be the release of my FTO solution (and another cool announcement as well). Stay tuned...
I don't really know yet what I have planned for this channel in the future, but I have some ideas, so I will probably make some sort of announcement once I've decided. Whatever they are, you can look forward to them.
Q: How many ways are there to solve an FTO?
A: There can never be enough.
Also, this might as well have been a blind solve, considering that you can't even see the puzzle in this video. Not that it matters much anyway.
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