New Reefer in AZ

tat2z_21 · Mar 19, 2022

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 · Mar 19, 2022

Welcome to R2R!!!

SPR1968 · Mar 20, 2022

Hi and welcome to Reef2Reef!

Jimbhoy13 · Mar 20, 2022

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

ELF1024 · Mar 20, 2022

AZReef13 said:
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 · Mar 20, 2022

ELf1024 said:
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 · Mar 20, 2022

Welcome to the reefing jungle...

G Santana · Mar 20, 2022

Welcome to R2R

ELF1024 · Mar 20, 2022

tat2z_21 said:
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 · Mar 20, 2022

Welcome to reef2reef!!!!!

Udest · Mar 20, 2022

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

Jeffcb · Mar 20, 2022

Welcome to Reef2Reef!!

Projects with Sam · Mar 20, 2022

ELf1024 said:
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 · Mar 20, 2022

vetteguy53081 said:
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 · Mar 20, 2022

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

Flameback Pair · Mar 20, 2022

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

ELF1024 · Mar 20, 2022

AZReef13 said:
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 · Mar 25, 2022

ELf1024 said:
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:

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.

www.reef2reef.com

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...

www.reef2reef.com

LRT · Mar 25, 2022

Thermite187 · Apr 18, 2022

ELf1024 said:
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....