YuXin Black Kylin Pyraminx v2

YuXin Black Kylin Pyraminx v2

YuXin Black Kylin Pyraminx v2 is a budget Pyraminx from the popular Black Kylin series. It is a non-magnetic model with ball-and-slot positioning. It comes in a stickerless bright colour scheme, so there are no stickers that could wear off or peel. This Pyraminx works well as your first pyramid puzzle: you can learn to solve it and see whether you enjoy this event.

What ball-and-slot positioning gives you

In non-magnetic Pyraminxes, the layers align thanks to a ball-and-groove system. When you turn, you feel slight resistance at the point where the layer settles back into place. This makes it easier to hit the right position without magnets, but it doesn't snap the move into place as clearly as the magnets in more expensive designs. When turning fast, you need to stay accurate, because the puzzle won't pull the layers into place on its own.

What to expect

This is an entry-level model, and it's worth keeping that in mind. Some user reviews mention that it doesn't turn particularly smoothly straight out of the box. Some also say that the tips turn tighter and need adjusting at the end of the solve. For getting started and learning algorithms, this usually isn't a problem. Lubing and breaking in the puzzle can improve the turning, but it won't turn it into a competition-level model.

Who is it for?

For anyone who wants to start their Pyraminx journey on a small budget. For a child who is just discovering puzzles other than the 3x3 cube. Or simply as an extra pyramid puzzle for your collection. A speedcuber who wants to improve their times in this event should rather choose a magnetic Pyraminx, as most models used in competitions have magnets in the tips and position better at high TPS.

Specifications

• Type: Pyraminx, stickerless
• Manufacturer: YuXin (Black Kylin series)
• Version: v2
• Magnets: none
• Positioning: ball-and-slot
• Size: 82.5 mm
• Weight: approx. 65 g
• Colour scheme: Stickerless Bright