Cyclone Boys Metallic 2x2

Cyclone Boys Metallic 2x2

Cyclone Boys Metallic 2x2 is a 2x2 cube people buy mainly for its looks. The faces have a metallized, glossy coating that reflects light almost like a mirror, so the cube clearly stands out from ordinary stickerless cubes. The inside is made of regular plastic. This version has no magnets. The Metallic series is also available as a magnetic version (Metallic 2x2 M) and in larger sizes, e.g. 3x3.

How it turns

The mechanism is simple and typical of budget 2x2 cubes. Turning is loose, and the layers don't settle into place by themselves, because there are no magnets to align them. This makes overshooting easier, so you need to finish your turns more precisely. For relaxed solving, learning a method or just having fun, that's enough. Opinions about this version are mixed, though. If you want to improve your 2x2 times, you'll expect more from a cube and will be better off with a dedicated magnetic speedcube.

The metallic finish in practice

The coating looks impressive on the shelf and in your hands, but it has some drawbacks that users mention:

• the glossy surface easily picks up fingerprints, so it's worth wiping it with a soft cloth from time to time,
• because of the shine, colors are harder to recognize during fast turning than on matte stickerless plastic.

Standard or M version?

Both versions look the same. The M version has factory-installed magnets that help the layers settle into place, making the cube more stable and easier to control. The magnetless version described here is the choice for people who care mainly about the looks or who collect the Metallic series.

Who is it for?

As a gift, for a collection, or for someone who wants an eye-catching 2x2 cube for occasional solving. It looks great alongside other cubes from the Metallic series. For a first cube to learn speedcubing and for timed practice, a magnetic 2x2 cube is a better choice.

Specifications

• Type: 2x2 cube, stickerless
• Manufacturer: Cyclone Boys
• Size: 50 mm
• Weight: approx. 69 g
• Magnets: none (standard version)
• Finish: glossy metallic coating
• Color scheme: Stickerless Bright