New Reefer!

[Joe Pulliam]

Hey guys,

I just started a new 30 gallon bowfront this weekend. I have had freshwater aquariums my whole life as well as did a 60 gallon salt with my dad when I was a kid. I've always wanted to get into the reef hobby but I was always apprehensive. After years of wavering and not pulling the trigger, it happened. I found the perfect small tank and off I went. I'm about a week in and starting to see some signs that the cycle is off an running! Thanks for having me as a member!

 

[143MPCo]

Welcome to R2R!!!

 

[Shep]

Its great to have you! Lets see some pics of this tank

 

[Joe Pulliam]

Here you go! It's a basic set up so far, waiting for the cycle to finish so I can add my HOB skimmer.

 

[Shep]

Looks very nice!

 

[Joe Pulliam]

Thanks! I'm feeling like I need to add more live rock. I only did about 22 lbs and it looks really empty to me.

 

[KJ]

Welcome to R2R.
The Supreme Guide To Setting Up A Saltwater Reef Aquarium

 

[Joe Pulliam]

I've already found it, printed it and read it! Pretty solid info!

 

[Twomuchless]

Rock work looks plenty imo what kind of corals do you plan on putting in the tank

 

[Joe Pulliam]

Probably some sps. Including anemones and other things

 

[kschweer]

Looking good. Welcome to R2R!!!

 

[SeahorseKeeper]

Welcome to R2R!!

 

[Reefing Madness]

 

[twilliard]

Awesome tank!
I love bowfronts
read read and then read more. Any questions just ask!

 

[spspirate]

Welcome to REEF2REEF!!

 

[CoralFreak_350]

Congrats on finally taking the plunge on a saltwater setup. The pics look great and I hope that you will keep us updated through the process. Welcome and if you have any questions just post it.

 

[Joe Pulliam]

Thanks for the warm welcome! Things are going well, my ammonia is climbing daily, no nitrites yet! Here's an update from tonight, lights have been off and I only turned them on for the photo.

 

[CoralFreak_350]

Very nice rockwork for sure. What are your plans for the tank? fish? coral? Im dying to know!!!

 

[hybridazn]

Welcome to r2r!

 

[Joe Pulliam]

I'm not sure about fish, i really want to be careful about the bio load. I want to take it easy and learn before I go crazy lol but I'm thinking some LPS, zoas and an anemone.