Stocking Stuffer: The Classic RUBIK's CUBE... in miniature...

Friday, December 20 2013 00:55

Stocking Stuffer: The Classic RUBIK's CUBE... in miniature...

Written by James Zahn

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rubic3 The Rubik's Cube is an undeniable classic, and a puzzle that I've owned several of over the years. For the past few, I've had the Icon Edition here in my office (I'm not good with these, so it remains unsolved) and recently we received a couple of new additions that make great stocking stuffers. The Rubik's 2x2 and the Rubik's Key Ring are both miniature cubes that make the Rubik's experience even more portable, and the 2x2 is fantastic for kids and beginners.

rubic1 The Rubik's 2x2 features a new mechanical design which allows for smoother play that's faster and more reliable - and there are NO STICKERS! No stickers means no cheating!

It's available from my affiliate, Amazon, or direct from Winning Moves.

rubic2 The Rubik's Key Ring is a tiny, 3x3 version of the cube (this one does have stickers), that is recommended for ages 7+. I've been carrying mine for a bit, and have a habit of making it look like K.I.T.T.'s voice modulator from KNIGHT RIDER (which you may have seen me tweet or instagram about a month ago).

It's a fine tool for avoiding the smartphone trappings of time-passing, allowing a little bit of hands-on fun wherever you may be.

There's still time to find these great Rubik's items for Christmas via your local retailer, or online via Amazon right now:

For more Seasonal fun, check out my Holiday Hub right here on The Rock Father.

Published in Holiday Wish Guide & Seasonal Cheer

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James Zahn is best-known as The Rock Father™, a media personality, commentator, adventurer and raconteur. He is the Owner, Publisher, and Editor-in-Chief of THE ROCK FATHER™ Magazine. In January, 2019, after nearly a decade of publishing The Rock Father™ Magazine, he joined Adventure Media and Events as Senior Editor of The Toy Book—the leading trade publication for the toy industry since 1984, as well as The Pop Insider — a destination for all things pop culture, and The Toy Insider — the leading consumer guide for toys and games. He is also editor of The Toy Report, a weekly newsletter published by The Toy Book each Thursday. Zahn has over 27 years of experience in the entertainment, retail and publishing industries.

He regularly serves as a Brand Ambassador and spokesperson for several Globally-recognized pop culture and lifestyle brands in addition to consulting for a number of toy manufacturers.

Creatively, James has directed/edited music videos, lyric videos, and album trailers for bands such as FEAR FACTORY, has appeared as an actor in feature films and commercials, written comic books, and performed in bands. He currently serves as an artist manager and video director for PRODUCT OF HATE, whose debut album was released by Napalm Records in 2016, distributed by ADA/Warner Music in the U.S. with Universal Music handling global. A new album has been completed and is set for release this year.

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