New Nano Reefer

shakacuz · Aug 21, 2022

welcome aboard the r2r board!

Jimbhoy13 · Aug 21, 2022

Welcome to R2R and the salty world Kyle. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.

Tiki_Reef · Aug 21, 2022

Welcome aboard

SPR1968 · Aug 22, 2022

Hi Kyle, welcome to Reef2Reef!

TOMwu · Aug 22, 2022

Kyle_E said:
Hello!

I am a new reefer starting a 29-gallon saltwater tank. (I’m currently at Day 3 since finalizing the rockscape, completing the initial tank fill, and starting to cycle.) @Dryan piqued my interest in the hobby by starting a larger one with his wife earlier this year, and I’ve enjoyed my many hours chatting with them and exploring the hobby’s potential.

I’ve always been fascinated by fish tanks, and I remember with special fondness the big one in my former pediatrician's office. I’ve thought for a while that I may eventually start one if I could ever build up enough momentum, create a decent space for an aquarium, and acquire a critical mass of know-how / support. I most recently realized that the most interesting ones I’ve encountered have likely been almost exclusively saltwater.

I’m also excited by my recently new exposure to the world of corals and the synergistic tank ecosystem. There also seems to be fun aspects involving chemistry, responsibility for cause-and-effect, and planning. The science component may wind up being one of my favorites as I miss the better parts of high school chem class quite a bit.

Looking forward to seeing how many mistakes I can avoid or mitigate versus make in pursuing this new adventure. Can’t wait to add a couple clowns, a goby, a blenny, maybe a few other creatures, and as many corals as will fit!

Welcome！

G5 reef light for corals in big saltwater tank_.jpg

Fish Think Pink · Aug 22, 2022

Kyle_E said:
Hello!

I am a new reefer starting a 29-gallon saltwater tank. (I’m currently at Day 3 since finalizing the rockscape, completing the initial tank fill, and starting to cycle.) @Dryan piqued my interest in the hobby by starting a larger one with his wife earlier this year, and I’ve enjoyed my many hours chatting with them and exploring the hobby’s potential.

I’ve always been fascinated by fish tanks, and I remember with special fondness the big one in my former pediatrician's office. I’ve thought for a while that I may eventually start one if I could ever build up enough momentum, create a decent space for an aquarium, and acquire a critical mass of know-how / support. I most recently realized that the most interesting ones I’ve encountered have likely been almost exclusively saltwater.

I’m also excited by my recently new exposure to the world of corals and the synergistic tank ecosystem. There also seems to be fun aspects involving chemistry, responsibility for cause-and-effect, and planning. The science component may wind up being one of my favorites as I miss the better parts of high school chem class quite a bit.

Looking forward to seeing how many mistakes I can avoid or mitigate versus make in pursuing this new adventure. Can’t wait to add a couple clowns, a goby, a blenny, maybe a few other creatures, and as many corals as will fit!

Welcome! Glad you joined.

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 and link it to your account, they will give you build badge (look left, under my ID)

This might help you find people local to you - this may be of special help to you since your 'as many as will fit' corals will grow and you'll need to frag (trim/fragment) and find new homes for those frag animals:

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.

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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...

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