The Cube That Just Won't Go Away

So for those that follow this tiny little space on the internet you know I was recently seen embarrassing myself solving my Rubik's Cube while reciting Green Eggs and Ham.

Of course the first question I am always asked is "How fast can you solve it" It seems everyone is obsessed with speed cubing.

Well to add some perspective, my record with two perfectly working hands is 1:50:04 which at first may seem impressive until you read about or see the pros in action.

BUDAPEST, Hungary — A 16-year-old took the top prize at the Rubik's Cube world championship Sunday, solving the puzzle five times in an average of 12.46 seconds.

But the fastest single attempt was a cool 10.88 seconds, just off the world record of 9.86 seconds.

Full article here

And if you are truly interested here is a youtube link from a National Geographic special about it. I don't know if I'm disgusted or impressed with the world record feet solve? Ewwww!