The first official SPEEDCABLING competition will be held at Machine Project in Echo Park, CA. Please mark your calendars for the following events: Time Trials Feb 6 2008 8 - 11pm An open session in which aspiring cables race the clock to advance to Friday's semifinal round. Contestants will be timed using a 2-2-2 bundle. Please email machine@machineproject.com to sign up for the qualifying round. Final Competition Feb 8 2008 8pm Public competition at Machine Project. Speedcabling interspersed with lectures. The eight qualifiers will compete in two four-person semifinal rounds. The winners of each semifinal will advance to compete in a final round, each facing an intimidating 4-4-4 bundle. Come watch this exciting competition, and learn about the history of telecommunications in los angeles, knot theory, and much much more! all events will be held at Machine Project 1200 D North Alvarado Street Los Angeles, CA 90026