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Build a wooden chessboard

How to build a wooden chessboard

These videos make creating a homemade chessboard easy! You don't have to be a professional woodworker to make your own chess set, but it will look like a professional made it.

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Solve KenKen puzzles with Will Shortz

How to solve KenKen puzzles with Will Shortz

Toss aside that Sudoku. Take a stab at the new craze to hit the Times: KenKen. New York Times puzzle editor Will Shortz introduces KenKen and gives a brief play-by-play demonstration of this new puzzle craze.

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Decode the Rubik's Cube with famous solver Tyson Mao

How to decode the Rubik's Cube with famous solver Tyson Mao

Tyson Mao -- he can solve the Rubik's Cube in 14.15 seconds. He can solve the 3x3 puzzle blindfolded in 80.18 seconds. He co-founded the World Cube Association for speed solving competitions. Why would you ...

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Make professional-looking 1x1 Rubik's Cubes from Legos

How to make professional-looking 1x1 Rubik's Cubes from Legos

What's missing from any Rubik's Cube collection is the infamous 1x1 Rubik's Cube. Sure it's a cinch to solve, but making it's a bit tougher, especially when you're using Legos. Makes you wonder what else you ...

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Win at Guess Who? in one move

How to win at Guess Who? in one move

This is hysterical. Next time you're babysitting a little snot, make him play this game. Hope you get to prove the point.

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How to solve the Rubik's Cube inspired Square One puzzle

Solve the Rubik's Cube inspired Square One puzzle

So, you can solve the Rubik's Cube, good for you, but what about the ...more

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Curated 11 months ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with algorithms

Solve the Rubik's Cube with algorithms

The Rubik's Cube, originally called the "Magic Cube," is a mechanical puzzle invented in 1974 by Hungarian sculptor and professor of ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with ease

Solve the Rubik's Cube with ease

Ever hear of a Rubik's Cube, well, did you know that some people can actually solve the mighty puzzle? Yes, that right, they sure can, and ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the 2-Look PLL

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the 2-Look PLL

This two-part video tutorial is for beginner puzzlers who are getting more advanced in their speedsolving of the Rubik's Cube. When solving ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the A Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the A Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 2
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the E Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the E Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the F Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the F Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the H and Z Permutations

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the H and Z Permutations

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the J Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the J Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,144

How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the N Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the N Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the R Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the R Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 819

How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the T Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the T Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,091

How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the U Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the U Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 749

How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the V Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the V Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 2,215

How to solve the Rubik's Cube with the Y Permutation

Solve the Rubik's Cube with the Y Permutation

Need a little help solving the last part of the Rubik's Cube puzzle ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 1
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How to solve the Rubik's World

Solve the Rubik's World

Who needs a Rubik's Cube when you have a Rubik's World? See how easy it is too learn and solve. Each video is broken down into its own ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to solve the sixth S.U. Doku (sudoku) puzzle

Solve the sixth S.U. Doku (sudoku) puzzle

National and international sudoku champion Thomas Snyder explains and shows some tips on how to solve the sixth S.U. Doku puzzle from ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 653

How to use Rubik's Cube notation

Use Rubik's Cube notation

This video tutorial is for beginner puzzlers who are getting more advanced in their speedsolving of the Rubik's Cube. When solving the ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,245

How to use Rubik's Cube notation and terminology

Use Rubik's Cube notation and terminology

Since its invention in 1974, the Rubik's Cube has become a favorite pastime among geeks, puzzle lovers, and other similarly unique ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,748

How to use the 2-Look OLL on the Rubik's Cube

Use the 2-Look OLL on the Rubik's Cube

This video tutorial is for beginner puzzlers who are getting more advanced in their speedsolving of the Rubik's Cube. This 2-Look Method is ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,357

How to use the ZBF2L algorithms to solve the Rubik's Cube

Use the ZBF2L algorithms to solve the Rubik's Cube

This video tutorial is for beginner puzzlers who are getting more ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to win at Guess Who? in one move

Win at Guess Who? in one move

CongaLineBuffet presents, How to win Guess Who? the board game... in one move. Need a hint: MiltonBradley might be racist.

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 12
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How to avoid common chess mistakes

Avoid common chess mistakes

I bet you just can't win a game of chess, can you? You're probably rushing yourself, or not protecting your pieces. Well, in this video ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to avoid illegal pawn drops on the chess-like game Shogi

Avoid illegal pawn drops on the chess-like game Shogi

Do you like chess? How about Japanese chess? Aren't there different ...more

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How to avoid losing at chess by cleaning up your mistakes

Avoid losing at chess by cleaning up your mistakes

Are you using the Queen too much, or attacking with one piece at a ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to capture and drop a piece on the chess-like game Shogi

Capture and drop a piece on the chess-like game Shogi

Do you like chess? How about Japanese chess? Aren't there different ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to check, checkmate, and stalemate in a chess game

Check, checkmate, and stalemate in a chess game

So, you know how to move those pesky chess pieces around on the board ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to checkmate a king on the chess-like game Shogi

Checkmate a king on the chess-like game Shogi

Do you like chess? How about Japanese chess? Aren't there different ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to checkmate a king with your king and two rooks in chess

Checkmate a king with your king and two rooks in chess

Are you in the endgame of your chess game? Are you chasing that king ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to checkmate in three moves on your chess game

Checkmate in three moves on your chess game

Grandmaster Alexandra Kosteniuk shows you in this chess video tutorial, how to checkmate in three moves. This mate in three moves problem ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by tenebrism | Comments 0
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How to checkmate the king with the "king in a box" in chess

Checkmate the king with the "king in a box" in chess

Got just a rook and a king left? Or do you just like those chess ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to checkmate the king with the "knight jump" in chess

Checkmate the king with the "knight jump" in chess

You have a rook and your king left? What do you do? Well, win that ...more

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How to checkmate the king with your king and queen in chess

Checkmate the king with your king and queen in chess

Use this basic checkmate pattern to checkmate the king with just your ...more

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How to disassemble and reassemble the 4x4 Eastsheen Cube

Disassemble and reassemble the 4x4 Eastsheen Cube

It's time to disassemble your Eastsheen puzzle, so how do you do it ...more

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How to disassemble and reassemble the 4x4 Rubik's Cube puzzle

Disassemble and reassemble the 4x4 Rubik's Cube puzzle

It's time to disassemble your Rubik's puzzle, so how do you do it ...more

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How to disassemble and reassemble the 5x5 Rubik's Cube puzzle

Disassemble and reassemble the 5x5 Rubik's Cube puzzle

It's time to disassemble your Rubik's puzzle, so how do you do it ...more

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How to disassemble and reassemble the Rubik's UFO puzzle

Disassemble and reassemble the Rubik's UFO puzzle

It's time to disassemble your Rubik's puzzle, so how do you do it ...more

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How to do the "Just Showing Off" trick shot in pool

Do the "Just Showing Off" trick shot in pool

2007 World Trick Shot Champion Andy Segal shows you how to do the classic 70s "Just Showing Off" trick shot.

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Curated 1 year ago by MonkeySee | Comments 0
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How to figure out the Rubik's Cube notation

Figure out the Rubik's Cube notation

Ever wonder what all of those letters represent in all of those Rubik's Cube solving techniques? Get the explanation of the notation used ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
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How to fix V-Cube 6 puzzle pieces that mysteriously pop out

Fix V-Cube 6 puzzle pieces that mysteriously pop out

This brief video tutorial will give you the tips on how to fix your ...more

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How to increase your chances of winning at Monopoly

Increase your chances of winning at Monopoly

Check out this clip courtesy of National Geographic Channel's new series, What Would Happen If? You could be a master of the board game ...more

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Curated 1 year ago by Amie | Comments 1
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How to make a gaming board for Warhammmer

Make a gaming board for Warhammmer

This new video shows you step-by-step on how to make a Warhammer gaming board. Stop by your local hardware store and pick up a sheet of ...more

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How to make your own crossword puzzles

Make your own crossword puzzles

In order to make crossword puzzles, you have to have an extensive vocabulary, and that doesn't mean including vulgar words into your ...more

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How to mate white or black with two moves in chess

Mate white or black with two moves in chess

See here how, from both sides of the board, you can mate your opponent in just two moves. Your endgame will be so much better if you have a ...more

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How to move and capture game pieces in chess

Move and capture game pieces in chess

Well, if you know how to move the game pieces on your chess board, then you're probably getting a little better at chess. Now see the basic ...more

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How to move and play pieces on the chess-like game Shogi

Move and play pieces on the chess-like game Shogi

Do you like chess? How about Japanese chess? Aren't there different ...more

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How to move and treat a piece on the chess-like game Shogi

Move and treat a piece on the chess-like game Shogi

Do you like chess? How about Japanese chess? Aren't there different ...more

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How to move the king, knight, and pawn in a game of chess

Move the king, knight, and pawn in a game of chess

Confused about how those pieces move on your chess board? Well, that ...more

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How to move the rook, bishop, and queen in a game of chess

Move the rook, bishop, and queen in a game of chess

This is the very basics to the game of chess. If you know nothing ...more

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How to perform the English sidespin in pool

Perform the English sidespin in pool

Learn the principles of English sidespin and how to perform this technique.

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Curated 1 year ago by rmansur | Comments 0
Views 1,180

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Freehand Circle Drawing World Champion

Wait for it, wait for it... it happens really fast... at right about 1:05. Okay, maybe he's not a world champion, but a very cool party trick nonetheless. Here's one way to do it (not quite as perfect ...

Launch Cars Off Cliffs For Fun

More redneck fun. Bob Moravitz plus family and friends have created an 8 hour event of propelling vehicles off cliffs. Held yearly, admission is free but donations are encouraged (to cover insurance ...

Pimp Your Bike

That's right, cars aren't the only mode of transportation worth customizing. Dekochari, the Japanese art of pimping your bicycle: "Dekochari is a form of art bike indigenous to Japan dating back ...

Deadly Crossbow (Made With Newspaper)

Mythbusters decided to test whether an inmate could "kill another inmate across the hall using a crossbow made of newspaper": "Jamie and Adam built separate crossbows for the myth and ...

World's Most Badass Swing Set

My stomach is doing somersaults just watching this. Looks fun, albeit incredibly dangerous. Take it down a notch (or fifty) and build an indoor swing this winter. Previously, Deeply Trusting Female ...

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