New 22G custom nano reef stuck cycle

[ENDUexe]

I went through the exact same experience as you and like others have said, it’s time.

I suspect the dragging is, in part, caused by using fish food pellets over a more potent ammonia source. I waited nearly 3 weeks for the pellets to start to decay and only then did I see measurable ammonia. 2 weeks after that it’s started to decline and then within a day or two, it plummeted.

Special blend does nothing for cycling as it doesn’t contain nitrifying bacteria. Microbelifts starter product is called nite out. I do believe there are still other benefits to using it as you are adding other bacteria to your system, just not the nitrifying kinds.

 

[ENDUexe]

Oh and very cool system. I'll definitely be following along!

 

[EranL]

I went through the exact same experience as you and like others have said, it’s time.

I suspect the dragging is, in part, caused by using fish food pellets over a more potent ammonia source. I waited nearly 3 weeks for the pellets to start to decay and only then did I see measurable ammonia. 2 weeks after that it’s started to decline and then within a day or two, it plummeted.

Special blend does nothing for cycling as it doesn’t contain nitrifying bacteria. Microbelifts starter product is called nite out. I do believe there are still other benefits to using it as you are adding other bacteria to your system, just not the nitrifying kinds.

I've read it does contain some nitrifying bacteria, isn't it? I know tho it isn't starter bacteria, added it trying to help the system stabilize.

 

[Boxed Fish]

Added today 21ml of Special Blend trying to boost the bacteria after some suggestions.

Special Blend is for organics break down and to aid bacteria in DOC treatment. if choosing microblift brand you would want to get the starter bacteria NIGHT OUTII . But I stand by the larger bottle to the left. I was a true fan of night out ii for years until I gave the imagitarium a try. 24 hr cycle cant beat it