I received a box of rocks today.

NY_Caveman · Jul 21, 2019

Ha! Already too late. They are so mature I just go with it. It makes it more fun for all of us.

Crabs McJones · Jul 21, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
Ha! Already too late. They are so mature I just go with it. It makes it more fun for all of us.

Hey buddy!
Hows your nem doing? Mine was doing so good in my buddy's tank that I decided its better off with him. With me going to primarily SPS I didnt want to risk it stinging expensive coral. But at least I know it went to a good home

NY_Caveman · Jul 21, 2019

I was worried about mine for a bit. He is still going and recovering well though. Really glad he seems to have made it through the turmoil. Thanks for asking.

Victoria M · Jul 22, 2019

Looks like everyone had fun despite the heat.

Victoria M · Jul 22, 2019

How is the NYC reef scene? Is it a city folk hobby? Lots of LFS?

Katrina71 · Jul 22, 2019

I think I am the one that should get to pat y'all down, after all, I'm a trained professional

NY_Caveman · Jul 22, 2019

Victoria M said:
How is the NYC reef scene? Is it a city folk hobby? Lots of LFS?

It is a popular hobby here and there are many LFS in Manhattan and the boroughs. I have several very good options around me. There is not much of a scene though. I was kind of surprised there was no major reef club in the city, but maybe I am missing something.

NY_Caveman · Jul 22, 2019

Katrina71 said:
I think I am the one that should get to pat y'all down, after all, I'm a trained professional

Okay, but I should warn you, I go out of my way to make people uncomfortable when they pat me down.

Scurvy · Jul 22, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
It is a popular hobby here and there are many LFS in Manhattan and the boroughs. I have several very good options around me. There is not much of a scene though. I was kind of surprised there was no major reef club in the city, but maybe I am missing something.

I could be way out in left field here but i wonder if the manhattan proper scene is mostly profesional service accounts vs. the typical hobiest?

NY_Caveman · Jul 22, 2019

Scurvy said:
I could be way out in left field here but i wonder if the manhattan proper scene is mostly profesional service accounts vs. the typical hobiest?

The few reefers I know are like us, but there is definitely some of that too. Most of the shops I frequent do service and they all say business is booming.

Scurvy · Jul 22, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
The few reefers I know are like us, but there is definitely some of that too. Most of the shops I frequent do service and they all say business is booming.

You and @Crabby48 should catch up with @Sabellafella

Pretty sure he's on Staten Island with POTO.

NY_Caveman · Jul 22, 2019

Scurvy said:
You and @Crabby48 should catch up with @Sabellafella

Pretty sure he's on Staten Island with POTO.

Yes, I have followed him since I came to R2R, but have not met him in person yet. He has some amazing pieces for sure.

Scurvy · Jul 22, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
Yes, I have followed him since I came to R2R, but have not met him in person yet. He has some amazing pieces for sure.

If i lived in that neck of the woods and could spend one afternoon picking someones brain on keeping SPS it would be his! He's probably sick of me tagging him but its totally out of respect for his skill!

Katrina71 · Jul 22, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
Okay, but I should warn you, I go out of my way to make people uncomfortable when they pat me down.

Oh good. I should warn you that I have been known to giggle.

NY_Caveman · Jul 22, 2019

Katrina71 said:
Oh good. I should warn you that I have been known to giggle.

LOL, me too.

CDavmd · Jul 22, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
Bless you, my brother. That is better than my plan to get you to pass out, then raid your tank while @Crabby48 writes foul things on you with a Sharpie.

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tdlawdo · Jul 22, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
Okay, but I should warn you, I go out of my way to make people uncomfortable when they pat me down.

Surprising!! [emoji16]

tdlawdo · Jul 22, 2019

Katrina71 said:
Oh good. I should warn you that I have been known to giggle.

Also surprising....NOT.

Raege · Jul 22, 2019

A good pat down doesn’t make me giggle a small sharp intake of breath and a slight moan / sigh yes

RichtheReefer21 · Jul 22, 2019

NY_Caveman said:
It is a popular hobby here and there are many LFS in Manhattan and the boroughs. I have several very good options around me. There is not much of a scene though. I was kind of surprised there was no major reef club in the city, but maybe I am missing something.

Can I plan a trip down for an NYC lfs tour?

I want the full experience, and I'll be sure to be covered in red sox gear.