New to the hobby

[ReefinRich]

Hey everyone,

So I’m new to the hobby and wanted to say hi, and share my tank with everyone to hopefully get some ideas and troubleshoot some issues.

So this is my first saltwater tank. It’s a Fluval Evo 13.5g. I’ve had it set up for about 3 weeks now and I’ve been waiting for it to cycle. My last test as of today was

Ammonia: 0.0 - 0.25 ( I say this because I still feel like it’s just close enough to be 0.25, but not quite all the way)
Nitrite: 0.25
Nitrate: 10ppm

I’ve been using an API test to measure the levels daily, but I’ve read also that there is a bit of false positives associated with these tests.

So, now I’m just waiting. I’m hoping when the tank finally cycles that I can get a few inhabitants and some coral. I’m open to thoughts and suggestions.

 

[jsker]

Welcome to R2R, sweet tank!!

 

[ReefinRich]

Welcome to R2R, sweet tank!!

Thanks, I’ve seen so many on here that look amazing. I can’t wait to get mine to that point.

 

[GoldeneyeRet]

Welcome to r2r! Tank looks good, be patient.

 

[Salty Lemon]

Glad you joined us! Welcome to R2R!

 

[ReefinRich]

Welcome to r2r! Tank looks good, be patient.

I know, I’m trying lol. I keep telling myself that.

 

[dantimdad]

Welcome aboard!

 

[Michael Naegeli]

Welcome! Nice tank... post bunch of pics, just love some pics

 

[cracker]

Welcome Reefin Rich ! Nice setup Ya have . You mentioned issues? Can we help Ya with anything ?
If I can offer advice . Go slow , Patience is very important right now. Have fun & Good Luck !

 

[Peace River]

Welcome to R2R!!!​

 

[KrisReef]

Nice tank!
I might put the powerhead closer to the surface to increase oxygen exchange?
Welcome to Reef2Reef, where we exchange ideas and try to make reefing fun and successful!

 

[SPR1968]

Welcome to R2R!

 

[reef lover]

Welcome to r2r!

 

[virtual reality]

Nice aquarium.

Welcome To R2R

 

[Teri NewbieReefer]

Hello and Welcome to R2R! I know that there will be plenty of questions that pop up, and the guys and gals on here can really help you out! Don't be afraid to ask questions... we all had to start somewhere and are all still learning whether our tank is new or old!

 

[Mastiffsrule]

Welcome. You came just in time. We needed an awesome member to join the group.

 

[ReefinRich]

Well, I tested the water this morning and my levels were

Ammonia 0.0
Nitrites 0.0
Nitrate 5

I’m cautiously optimistic, but I’m going to wait and watch them over the weekend to confirm. Fingers crossed

 

[ReefinRich]

Ok, this is two days in a row. My levels were

Ammonia 0.0
Nitrites 0.0
Nitrates 10

I’m feeling less cautious about being optimistic.

Fingers crossed...

 

[Shimis]

Welcome to R2R. This site has been extremely helpful to me as a newbie. There are some extremely knowledgeable and helpful people here. Good luck.

 

[ReefinRich]

So today is the third day in a row. My levels were

Ammonia 0.0
Nitrites 0.0
Nitrates 10

I’m feeling like I should be able to call the tank cycled.

I don’t know if anyone else has waited for multiple consistent tests, but I feel like you can’t confirm anything if the tests can’t be repeated with the same results...

Thoughts?