The Cubing Bible: The Definitive Guide to Speedcubing (From 0 to 100 in Every Category) is a complete, step-by-step speedcubing book designed to take you from your first 3x3 Rubik’s Cube solve to confident, competition-ready improvement across official WCA events. Built with insights from the international cubing community, it combines clear instruction, proven training strategies, and a massive algorithm library—so you always know what to practice next.
Now available as the SpeedCubeShop Special Edition, this expanded version features insights from 47 of the world’s top speedcubers, including Max Park, Timothy Huynh (SoupTimmy), Luke Garrett, Tommy Cherry, David Simon (Captain Cuber), and more. Collectively, these contributors hold 163 World Records, 305 Continental Records, and 1,141 National Records—making this the most complete version of the book ever released.
What you’ll learn
- How to solve the 3x3 and build speed with strong fundamentals
- Key concepts like fingertricks, lookahead, turning technique, and efficiency
- Structured improvement paths for all 17 official WCA categories
- Competition skills such as nerves, consistency, plateaus, and effective practice
- Practical setup tips, including cube setup, lubrication, and tuning
What’s included
- 511 pages of organized instruction and training guidance
- More than 50 methods across all WCA events
- 2,500 algorithms ranked by priority (1–5 stars) plus optimized spreadsheets
- More than 2,000 illustrations to make every concept easier to understand
- Complete coverage of all 17 official WCA events
- Eight exclusive new contributors not featured in the original edition
Built for every skill level
Every event is broken down into five levels, making it easy to find your current stage and the right next step:
- Trainee — From scratch
- Beginner — Solid fundamentals
- Intermediate — Specific techniques
- Advanced — High-level optimization
- Elite — World-class performance
Who this book is for
- Beginners who want to learn 3x3 and other events the right way from day one
- Intermediate cubers who know they have potential but need a structured path to improve faster
- Advanced competitors looking to sharpen their mindset, learn from the best, and find event-specific strategies
You’ll never have to wonder what to practice next.
What top cubers say
“This book encompasses the most complete collection of cubing information for cubers as well as for people who would like to know more about our amazing cubing world.”
— Max Park, two-time 3x3 World Champion, 90 World Records, and 12 World Championship titles
“What makes this book stand out is its structure, which seamlessly connects beginner fundamentals to advanced techniques, guiding you step by step, no matter your current level. With insights from top-level speedcubers and carefully curated information, it provides the resources you need to continuously advance in your cubing journey.”
— SoupTimmy, leading Rubik’s Cube content creator with over 10 million followers and 4 billion views
About the author
Gael Lapeyre is an Argentine speedcuber with nearly a decade of experience, multiple Continental and National Records, and two published books. In his words: “This is my way of giving back to the community that gave me so much. It’s the book I wish I had when I started—and my way of helping the next generation go even further than I did.”
FAQ
What makes the SpeedCubeShop Special Edition different?
This special edition includes 8 exclusive new contributors not featured in the original version, bringing the total to 47 top speedcubers and making it the most complete edition released so far.
Does this book teach beginners how to solve the 3x3?
Yes. It starts from scratch and builds a strong foundation before moving into speed-focused techniques like fingertricks, lookahead, and efficiency.
Is it only algorithms, or does it explain concepts too?
It includes both. You’ll get clear explanations with more than 2,000 illustrations, plus a large algorithm library with 2,500 algorithms ranked by priority to help you focus on what matters most.
Does it cover events beyond 3x3?
Yes. It covers all 17 official WCA categories, with every event organized into five levels so you can train at the right difficulty.
Is it useful for competitive speedcubing?
Absolutely. It includes competition-focused guidance on consistency, training structure, nerves, plateaus, and practical cube setup tips.
