New to aquariums

reaper93 · Aug 31, 2022

Welcome!

Fish Think Pink · Aug 31, 2022

bhanko said:
Hello everyone,
I am new to the hobby and needed a place to do a little research which led me to here. I recently purchased a used 55gallon tank only (small compared to most of yours) and will be outfitting it with all the needed accessories for a saltwater aquarium. I look forward to learning from all the knowledge here.
Cheers

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). I wish I had started mine while still in the planning stages, and with your equipment gathering this may still be the perfect time to start. Can't be too early.

This might help you find people local to you, and maybe other local sources of used equipment, but don't forget the classics - I just picked up a used 55 gallon setup this past weekend from OfferUp near me:

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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Jeffcb · Aug 31, 2022

Welcome to Reef2Reef!!

Jimbhoy13 · Aug 31, 2022

Welcome to R2R and the salty world. That is a good size tank. Lots of knowledgeable and helpful people here who will support and advise you when needed.