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Competition ready

Understand inspection, events, and the routines that make a first WCA competition less intimidating.

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Step 1

WCA Inspection Rules Explained

Learn the WCA inspection rules for speedcubing: 15 seconds, +2 penalties, DNFs, when timing starts, and how to practice inspection at home.

Step 2

The Best Cube Timer App for iPhone

Choosing a cube timer app? Here is what matters — WCA-style inspection, ao5/ao12/ao100, multi-event support, offline use — and why a timer with a coach built in wins.

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First Speedcubing Competition Guide

A calm walkthrough for cubers who want to try a WCA competition without feeling lost.

WCA Events Explained

A beginner-friendly map of official speedcubing events and where to start after 3x3.