QiYi Sail 6x6

QiYi Sail 6x6

QiYi Sail 6x6 is an affordable non-magnetic 6x6 cube with stickers on black plastic. It uses the same mechanism as the QiYi Warrior 6x6, QiYi's budget big cube series. The difference is the look: the Warrior is stickerless, while the Sail has classic coloured stickers on black pieces.

How it turns

The cube measures 60.5 mm and weighs about 127 g, so for a 6x6 it is small and light. During longer solves your hands get less tired than with bigger and heavier models. The manufacturer describes the corners like this: on the outer layers they are meant to be more forgiving, and on the inner layers more stable. The pieces also have grooves designed to reduce friction. Users say the turning is surprisingly good for a non-magnetic cube. They also mention the small centers, which take a little getting used to.

Without magnets, the layers don't align on their own. During fast slices you need to finish your moves more precisely, or lockups become more likely. In the magnetic versions of the Warrior the layers align themselves, which makes them better for faster solving. The Sail is mainly suited for learning and relaxed solving.

Sail or Warrior?

• Sail 6x6: black plastic with stickers, no magnets. The classic puzzle cube look.
• Warrior 6x6: the same design, but stickerless, with no stickers that could wear off or peel over time.
• Warrior 6x6 M UV: a version with magnets and a glossy UV coating, for those who want to solve 6x6 faster.

Who is it for?

For anyone who wants to try 6x6 without spending a lot, and for parents looking for the next cube for their child after a 4x4 or 5x5. It also works well as a spare cube for learning parity and the reduction method. If you plan to solve regularly against the clock, you should consider the magnetic version right away.

Specifications

• Type: 6x6x6 cube, non-magnetic
• Manufacturer: QiYi
• Colour: black, with stickers
• Size: 60.5 x 60.5 x 60.5 mm
• Weight: approx. 127 g (approx. 143 g with packaging)
• Manufacturer code: QY3220
• EAN: 6948154232202