New Reefer in AZ

[tat2z_21]

Welcome…. I am also in Az and will say the hardest part of reefing in Az is understanding the water out here. Make sure you have a source of good RODI, or if you’re like me, and have your own, make sure you stay on top of it. Az has horrible water. Also, there are a million ways to do something, just know that each have their own pros and cons.

 

[RedReefer]

Welcome to R2R!!!

 

[SPR1968]

Hi and welcome to Reef2Reef!

 

[Jimbhoy13]

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

 

[ELF1024]

Welcome to R2R, fellow Arizonan......

Which Red Sea, dis you get? I am getting close to an upgrade.

I purchased the XL 300 Deluxe 65 Gallon. I'm already thinking I went too small, but I didn't want to double the cost for an XXL 750. It already feels like I'm spending a small fortune on this, especially with the economy the way it is.

 

[vetteguy53081]

I purchased the XL 300 Deluxe 65 Gallon. I'm already thinking I went too small, but I didn't want to double the cost for an XXL 750. It already feels like I'm spending a small fortune on this, especially with the economy the way it is.

We all spend a fortune on this hobby but once everything is stable and tank is stocked and that piece of the ocean you enjoy every night is in front of you, you will catch yourself saying it was well worth it

Never seen a hobby where one is excited to see the lights go on

 

[1ocean]

Welcome to the reefing jungle...

 

[G Santana]

Welcome to R2R

 

[ELF1024]

Welcome…. I am also in Az and will say the hardest part of reefing in Az is understanding the water out here. Make sure you have a source of good RODI, or if you’re like me, and have your own, make sure you stay on top of it. Az has horrible water. Also, there are a million ways to do something, just know that each have their own pros and cons.

Yes, the water here is all kinds of questionable. I did pickup an RODI system and a booster pump. So I guess mistake number one has been avoided.

 

[Glenner’sreef]

Welcome to reef2reef!!!!!

 

[Udest]

Welcome fellow Arizonan you are one of us now.... in all seriousness glad to have ya!

 

[Jeffcb]

Welcome to Reef2Reef!!

 

[Projects with Sam]

I purchased the XL 300 Deluxe 65 Gallon. I'm already thinking I went too small, but I didn't want to double the cost for an XXL 750. It already feels like I'm spending a small fortune on this, especially with the economy the way it is.

You can always add another!

 

[Projects with Sam]

We all spend a fortune on this hobby but once everything is stable and tank is stocked and that piece of the ocean you enjoy every night is in front of you, you will catch yourself saying it was well worth it

Never seen a hobby where one is excited to see the lights go on

I was waiting at my tank this morning waiting for the lights to go on!

 

[AZReef13]

I am in works with LFS on the 425xl....

 

[Flameback Pair]

Hello @ELf1024 and welcome to R2R!! Glad you joined us !!!! I have a cousin in Mesa.

 

[ELF1024]

I am in works with LFS on the 425xl....

Being that I am in boonies, I've been doing most of my stuff through BRS. I am looking for a good LFS in Tucson, however.

 

[Fish Think Pink]

Hello, I'm a new reefer in Hereford, Arizona. My RedSea tank should be delivered Monday, so I'll be starting to set it up this week.

Welcome! Glad you joined. CONGRATULATIONS on already having your build thread badge!

This might help you find people local to you:
https://www.reef2reef.com/forums/local-reef-club-discussion.516/
This is a good reference book type online article I still review:
https://www.reef2reef.com/ams/the-supreme-guide-to-setting-up-a-saltwater-reef-aquarium.84/

 

[LRT]

 

[Thermite187]

Hello, I'm a new reefer in Hereford, Arizona. My RedSea tank should be delivered Monday, so I'll be starting to set it up this week.

Also just signed up from Az... Tucson here. I've been reefing off and on for over 10 years but just downgraded to a 40G breeder from a 120G I have been running as a FOWLR... going to start trying corals again. Hobby keeps drawing me back in....