Coming back to the hobby

[MadCaddy]

Hi there, I’m getting back into the hobby after 15 year hiatus where a house move ended my first saltwater adventure prematurely. I’m hoping to build a nice setup for my home that will keep me interested and will peek the interest of my wife and kids. I’ve been checking out used tanks in my city and have most recently landed on a used Red Sea reefer 250 with a custom sump. Ive heard mixed reviews on thes models so am a bit on the fence. Anyone here have any experience with the 250? Good or bad?

 

[Peace River]

Welcome to Reef2Reef!!!

 

[Just John]

No experience with those, but glad you're here.

 

[SPR1968]

Hi and welcome to Reef2Reef!

 

[FreshSaltH2o]

 

[CasperOe]

Welcome back As for experience,I have had two smaller Red Sea tanks (170's) and I liked them! When i went for my bigger setup, i went with Cade for build quality, reputation and just general nice-ness!

Have a look, they're pretty awesome

 

[Waters]

Welcome !!

 

[JZ199]

Welcome! And welcome back to the hobby! Looking forward to seeing your tank as it gets set up! I unfortunately haven't had any experience with red sea tanks

 

[Buckster]

Welcome back and to R2R! I am not familiar with the Red Sea Reefer tank and therefor can't give any information

 

[Reefer1978]

WELCOME TO R2R!!

 

[dlsorensen]

 

[jsker]

 

[Gumbies R Us]

Welcome to Reef2Reef!!!

 

[Anemone_Fanatic]

Welcome to R2R! I recommend a ProStar aquarium over a Red Sea, they are a little cheaper, have metal stands, and seem to have less problems with leaking.

 

[LeannaBanana]

Welcome back to the hobby! I like the Red Sea tanks, but do some searching on the older models if you're looking to pick one up used. There's some stories about seal failure after a few years. The newer G2 models appear to have corrected some issues (tbd since they're still new), and that's what I personally have. It might be worth the peace of mind to grab a newer model depending on the difference in price for you!

 

[kevgib67]

Welcome back, glad you are here! I don’t have any experience with those tanks but it looks like you have gotten some answers. Good luck.

 

[CoralB]

Welcome !!!

 

[Fish Think Pink]

Hi there, I’m getting back into the hobby after 15 year hiatus where a house move ended my first saltwater adventure prematurely. I’m hoping to build a nice setup for my home that will keep me interested and will peek the interest of my wife and kids. I’ve been checking out used tanks in my city and have most recently landed on a used Red Sea reefer 250 with a custom sump. Ive heard mixed reviews on thes models so am a bit on the fence. Anyone here have any experience with the 250? Good or bad?

Welcome! Glad you joined. I also found a deal on used tank to return to hobby. I found my second tank used on FB Marketplace. You will fit right in!

Have you considered starting your build thread? I found its a great place to document my tank's evolution for myself. I started tank first then joined, so I'm still finding myself going back collecting pictures & updating historically as well as current state. Once you create your first post in your thread under Forum > Member Aquariums and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID). It is never too early!

This might help you find people local to you (if you are USA):

Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

This might help you find people local to you (AB sounds like Canada):

Global Local Reef Club Discussion

Looking for some locals to share frags and info with? This is the place! Find a local club that meets in your area! If you want to add your club just contact us.

www.reef2reef.com

This is a good reference book type online article I still review:

The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium

This article was sponsored by @MarineDepot at www.marinedepot.com. Introduction The marine environment is one of the most complex systems on the planet. The aquarium you are about to set up is only a tiny sliver of the vast ocean, but it is no...

www.reef2reef.com

 

[tharbin]

Welcome to R2R! @LeannaBanana pretty much summed up my feelings as well. Good tanks but check the seams.

 

[Reef Jockey]

welcome back to the reef!!