Hello from Kentucky

PicoPiper · Jan 26, 2026

Hello! I joined R2R because I’m finally about to delve into my first saltwater/reef build. It is a 4 gallon pico. I do know that is a more complicated build for a newbie in the reef world, however, I have researched doing a nano/pico since 2006 and just have never bit the bullet because my husband was in the United States Coast Guard and I wanted to be in our permanent home before starting a reef tank. He has been out of the USCG for awhile and we finally have that permanent place and I’m starting with a 2nd hand old AIO IM Nuvo 4 I’ve had forever that has just been moved place to place with me. I’ll start a build thread soon, as I finally have upgraded lighting (Kessil A80 Tuna Blue) for it and have ordered my salt, have my RODI from my LFS and many other odds and ends. I will say I’ve kept freshwater fish my entire life, so I’m not green to aquariums, just greenish when it comes to reefing. Looking forward to growing as a hobbyist here.

revhtree · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to your new home for saltwater reef aquarium resources and fun! Welcome to the family! :D

vetteguy53081 · Jan 26, 2026

fishface NJ · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to R2R!

kevgib67 · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome, glad you are here!

That Crusso Kid · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to R2R!

Kentucky you say?

FrugalReeferJon · Jan 26, 2026

PicoPiper · Jan 26, 2026

That Crusso Kid said:
Welcome to R2R!

Kentucky you say?

Love it! That’s the one!

Gumbies R Us · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

Tatted Reefer · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to the Forum and to the Saltwater Life.

Looking forward to seeing the build. Sounds like a fun little tank!

Ruben's Reef · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to R2R !!!

rayadog · Jan 26, 2026

Finally! You made it! Welcome!

Evil1 · Jan 26, 2026

Fish Fan · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

AlyciaMarie · Jan 26, 2026

PicoPiper said:
Hello! I joined R2R because I’m finally about to delve into my first saltwater/reef build. It is a 4 gallon pico. I do know that is a more complicated build for a newbie in the reef world, however, I have researched doing a nano/pico since 2006 and just have never bit the bullet because my husband was in the United States Coast Guard and I wanted to be in our permanent home before starting a reef tank. He has been out of the USCG for awhile and we finally have that permanent place and I’m starting with a 2nd hand old AIO IM Nuvo 4 I’ve had forever that has just been moved place to place with me. I’ll start a build thread soon, as I finally have upgraded lighting (Kessil A80 Tuna Blue) for it and have ordered my salt, have my RODI from my LFS and many other odds and ends. I will say I’ve kept freshwater fish my entire life, so I’m not green to aquariums, just greenish when it comes to reefing. Looking forward to growing as a hobbyist here.

Welcome!

Picos usually aren't a beginner's reef of choice, but I kept a 40 oz pico for years until I had to take it down due to a move. It was the easiest tank ever. As long as you stay on top of maintenance and utilize the community here when you have questions, I bet you can create a beautiful mini ocean! Can't wait to check out the build thread.

Good luck!

JonoH · Jan 26, 2026

Welcome to Reef2Reef!

RobynR · Jan 26, 2026

PicoPiper said:
Hello! I joined R2R because I’m finally about to delve into my first saltwater/reef build. It is a 4 gallon pico. I do know that is a more complicated build for a newbie in the reef world, however, I have researched doing a nano/pico since 2006 and just have never bit the bullet because my husband was in the United States Coast Guard and I wanted to be in our permanent home before starting a reef tank. He has been out of the USCG for awhile and we finally have that permanent place and I’m starting with a 2nd hand old AIO IM Nuvo 4 I’ve had forever that has just been moved place to place with me. I’ll start a build thread soon, as I finally have upgraded lighting (Kessil A80 Tuna Blue) for it and have ordered my salt, have my RODI from my LFS and many other odds and ends. I will say I’ve kept freshwater fish my entire life, so I’m not green to aquariums, just greenish when it comes to reefing. Looking forward to growing as a hobbyist here.

That is some patience! Congratulations on finally getting set up!