How's this different than Reefcentral?

mskurdah · May 2, 2008

sorry if it seems too nosey.....

FateX8 · May 2, 2008

well reefcentral you really have to be careful what you say at all times
theres no dictator mods here
r2r doesnt shut you out for no reason
you actually get replies and answers

WayneY · May 2, 2008

They will shut you down and put you out for one wrong move. :mad:

edwing206 · May 2, 2008

Hitler isn't the owner of this forum.

revhtree · May 2, 2008

Hello we are a reef forum like Reef Central. I for one like reefcentral just fine and I hang out there. So while we may be alike, we are both different in our own ways.

PLEASE no other forum bashing.

WayneY · May 2, 2008

Sorry revhtree

revhtree · May 2, 2008

LOL! No big deal bro please....

I wasn't posting that at anyone, just reminding us all.

NeveSSL · May 2, 2008

ReefCentral is great... without it, my tank wouldn't be as good as it is. I found a local club through it, there is some great advice on there, etc.

However, it can be a bit militant. And I believe thats probably because of their size... which is fine, because from what I understand they'll work with you too most of the time. I've never had a problem there.

Reef2Reef is great because its smaller and more intimate. You see more people you "know" more often and can be a bit more relaxed. There is just as good information here (and a lot of the same members here) and maybe even extra info on zoas.

Both are great forums that I take part in, too!

Brandon

hardcz · May 2, 2008

as stated above, reefcentral is like another board I frequent, michiganreefers... .both are run by people who seem to have this commie mindset where they rule and anyone who doesn't like it is executed...err put down. Anywho they make a good deal of cash, don't appear to give back much other than in information. Now I have learned and continue to learn a great deal from those two communities, though I feel the lack of communication and feedback when asking direct questions to super mods and the site owner.... heck a canned response to a specific question is pretty lame, especially when the response has nothing to do with the question.

Paintguru · May 2, 2008

I like both places well enough, but I feel more inclined to participate here due to the size and closer community feel. I will admit though, due to the size, sometimes questions go unanswered, at which point I will post it on RC. I would say that I personally use RC if I want to find out something where I need lots of opinions (say, the best way to setup a refugium). If I want to trade corals and talk about other more everyday reef topics, I do that here. Also, premium members here are treated very well with giveaways and premium selling areas....at RC, you get to actually search the forums if you are a premium member.

reefboy · May 2, 2008

Everyone is going to have opinions no matter ware you go but at least here they give you a voice or chance to stick your foot in your mouth lol.Anyways alot of good people who's advice I respect not abunch of know it alls reading out of a book and I could sponsor other boards but I choose only two this one and a local board "PNWMAS" as I feel if I cant feel like I can contribute or chate with folks why sponsor the board plus there reasonable on pricing here lol.

revhtree · May 2, 2008

Don't we love TEC!!!

hardcz · May 2, 2008

reefboy you can sponsor me for 1 coral a month.

KEEPERZ · May 2, 2008

it's good to see R2R growing, humble people with good info is a welcome to the hobby.

FragCity · May 2, 2008

Fairly new to R2R, but have felt a warm welcome. Plus Rev is the MAN!...Thanks for all your efforts!

Harold

reefcleaners · May 15, 2008

I think all the successful forums, (like reef2reef), have something unique to offer there guests, whether it is because the specialize in different kind of tanks, or different localities, they all have something to offer their users.

fly guy · May 17, 2008

most all forums have soemthing to offer, you have to find out for yourself which ones you like. And while reefcentral defintely has its negatives, you will be serioulsy cutting yourself short if you dont browse and ask questions and participate there. the amount of info and experience there is untouchable at this point

revhtree · May 17, 2008

My favorite forums are lps, zoanthids, photography, and Large Reef Tanks.

On a side note if we will continue to put resources into R2R here then we can become a staple in the reef community as well. My dream is to be full of info like reefcentral with a nice homey feeling for the members that we have now. The goal of R2R is to be a partner with the hobbyist and to partner with those who's lively hood are in this industry.

Smarsh · May 17, 2008

well when I first got into this hobby 4 years ago, I asked a question on reefcentral and the response was "go read a book". That is what I got. No one took the time to explain to me what I asked. I had read several books at that point and was asking for verification.

I never went back. I LOVE R2R, everyone has always been more than nice to me here. I've bought very nice corals from the sponsors and learned lots from the members and the giveaways are a bonus.

Sandy

Tankguy001 · May 17, 2008

I actually like RC , never had any issues. R2R seems very friendly to me and Its fun to come in browse. I was turned on to R2R from fellow Vegas Reefer Keeperz. I also think its more intimate here. I generally focus on our Las Vegas club site (LVVR) , RC and R2R.