Wisconsin Open 2008

When: October 4th, 2008
Where: Dunwood Center, 217 W. Dunwood Rd, Fox Point, WI (A suburb of Milwaukee)
Cost: $5 for first event, $2 for each additional

Information

The first Rubik's Cube competition in Wisconsin is coming. This event is an official World Cube Association (WCA) event. Therefore, all competitors should be familiar with the WCA regulations.

Competitors can register here. Registration closes September 30th. After that, you may register in the 3x3x3 event, but entry into other events is not guaranteed.

Events

Schedule

The competition will run from 9 AM to 5 PM.

9:00-9:15 - Registration
9:15 - Instruction/Demonstration
9:15-10:30 - 3x3x3 First Round
10:30-11:15 - 2x2x2 First Round
11:15-12:00 - 4x4x4 (Must have a 3:00 or better solve in the first two solves in order to continue)
12:00-1:00 - Lunch (3x3x3 BLD)
1:00-2:00 - 3x3x3 OH
2:00-3:15 - 5x5x5 (Must have 5:00 or better solve in first two solves in order to continue)
3:15-3:45 - 2x2x2 Final Round (Top 10 from Round 1)
3:45-4:30 - 3x3x3 Final Round (Top 12 from Round 1)
4:35- Awards

Prizes

For the events on the schedule, we will have medals. For side events added the day of the competition, we will have certificates.

FAQ

Q: I don't think I'm fast enough to win. Should I bother to even come?
A: Sure. Even if you're not going to break the world record, it's still a great opportunity to meet other cubers, learn some tips, and just have some fun. You'll also be able to set your own personal records that you can work towards beating next time. Also, you will be officially ranked in the world, so you can brag to your friends.

Q: Do I get to use my own cube?
A: Yes. You need to bring your own cube. If your stickers are completely trashed, you may want to buy replacement stickers from Cubesmith

Q: I really wanted to compete in event _________. Can you add that?
A: Depending on the schedule, we may add events. I would recommend bringing those other puzzles if you know them. No guarantees though.