00W's AIO Smorgasbord

[CoralB]

Just a poll. What temp does everyone prefer in their tanks?

With my controller set at 79 the tank runs 77.8 to 78.6. Set to 78 it seems to run 77.4 to 77

77 to 78 is probably best for my tank,

 

[CoralB]

These are the ones Francesco has for sale currently. He sent me this photo and it is without a filter. You can still see the insane coloration.

Nice !

 

[Calmwaters]

Guys I'm dying here! One of my coworkers gave everyone gift bags this morning and mine had a super adorable little axolotl, a little horse and a small Lego set that is also a horse. There are also pens and neat shaped sticky pads and neat shaped paperclips and binder clips with smiling faces and a note pad!

 

[tharbin]

I am in agreement with you as, for me, John Denver was one-of-a-kind. Another one taken too early.

I think I need new earbuds. I thought about what you and Rock said and remembered I used to like John Denver's voice but when I was listening to get a good version to post I found his voice irritating. I just went back and listened on speakers instead of my earbuds and voila.

 

[That Crusso Kid]

I think I need new earbuds. I thought about what you and Rock said and remembered I used to like John Denver's voice but when I was listening to get a good version to post I found his voice irritating. I just went back and listened on speakers instead of my earbuds and voila.

What kind of earbuds are you running?

 

[tharbin]

What kind of earbuds are you running?

They're Beats Studios but pretty old ones now. I think one of the screens may be working loose because when I went back and listened with the buds again there was a hint of vibration at a few frequencies.

 

[CoralB]

A person good get carpal tunnel syndrome catching up to you guys . I wasn’t late but by the time I got to this point it’s 11 am

 

[CoralB]

Morning everyone!

 

[CoralB]

Third cup of coffeeee !

 

[CoralB]

I have 0 Dendros sir. These are just generic Sun Corals (same family as Dendros, easier to keep alive supposedly).

Yeah I wanted to tell him this but I was too late !

 

[luis angel]

I think the crazy prices are due to the limited availability. If you have a "one-of-a-kind" coral and are only able to frag it once or twice a year, people will pay a premium to own it, grow it themselves and resell. Take for example the CC24K Mancini holy grail. He was fortunate to have found that torch and has since sold it to many hobbyists, who in turn grow it and sell it.

That's my point.
A famous name starts an endless pyramid scheme. I understand that exclusivity comes at a price, but if you bought it for $50, how does that price reach $1500?
I have no proof, but I also have no doubt that this does more harm than good to the hobby, and that's why many either never start or give up because anyone can change the name of a coral this days and make it inaccessible to many.

 

[CoralB]

what happened??? someone threw acid at someone else on purpose??

YES a georgia women .

 

[CoralB]

That's my point.
A famous name starts an endless pyramid scheme. I understand that exclusivity comes at a price, but if you bought it for $50, how does that price reach $1500?
I have no proof, but I also have no doubt that this does more harm than good to the hobby, and that's why many either never start or give up because anyone can change the name of a coral this days and make it inaccessible to many.

I would never pay that idiotic kind of price ....... again

 

[tbrown]

A person good get carpal tunnel syndrome catching up to you guys . I wasn’t late but by the time I got to this point it’s 11 am

Not yet... It's only 9:17.

 

[That Crusso Kid]

They're Beats Studios but pretty old ones now. I think one of the screens may be working loose because when I went back and listened with the buds again there was a hint of vibration at a few frequencies.

Far be it from me to offer any suggestions on earbuds as you are probably better informed than I am.

However, a new pair may be in order.

That's my point.
A famous name starts an endless pyramid scheme. I understand that exclusivity comes at a price, but if you bought it for $50, how does that price reach $1500?
I have no proof, but I also have no doubt that this does more harm than good to the hobby, and that's why many either never start or give up because anyone can change the name of a coral this days and make it inaccessible to many.

I am in 100% agreement.

However...

 

[smitten with ocean life]

looks stunning rock! i would never go for something like that because i would probably kill it! but i know your torches are amazing!

 

[luis angel]

I am in 100% agreement.

However...

I know, I'm not trying to criticize anyone here, I just think it's an interesting topic and it's always good to listen to all opinions. Nobody here is right or wrong, it's just a topic that makes for a good conversation and different points of view

 

[CoralB]

Not yet... It's only 9:17.

Your two hours behind and I’m not talking about just the time . Lol !!

 

[kevgib67]

Out of my league and out of my budget lol

Thanks Luis! Beautiful, I know some young lad or lassie would love one for Christmas but to be completely honest my toy drive isn’t going that well. I have a feeling that child that was going to get the Waterbox 150.4 may only be getting a magnetic nori clip from the funds raised. I guess people just aren’t in a giving mood this season. Just a reminder my GoFundMe account for my tank upgrade is still alive and well!

 

[That Crusso Kid]

I know, I'm not trying to criticize anyone here, I just think it's an interesting topic and it's always good to listen to all opinions. Nobody here is right or wrong, it's just a topic that makes for a good conversation and different points of view

I appreciate your position and idea about making good conversation. This is a good thing, too, as Miami is not a far drive for me to just show up and do bad things. Of course, I'd act all nice and sweet until after you fed me one of your delicious meals.

I may not be pretty but I'm no dummy!