For some, the idea of housing a band saw to cut coral frags seems a bit excessive. Having a dedicated saw to precisely trim frags and customize coral size/shape may seem extravagant, but recent advancements in reefing machinery have transformed the way countless reefers tend to their growing colonies.Before we slice away at the Inland DB 100 Diamond Blade Band Saw, why should … [Read more...] about Inland DB 100 Diamond Blade Band Saw Review for Reef Keeping.
Gear Reviews
Experience Reef Tank Purity – AQUAFx Barracuda Glacial RO/DI System Review.
Have you visited a reef aquarium store lately? During my most recent visit, I was blown away by the sheer number of products. Seemingly overnight, our beloved hobby has blossomed into one of the most in-demand markets for innovative technologies, and sometimes, ridiculous devices.Of course, I shouldn’t be surprised. At no other point in the history of reefing have we understood … [Read more...] about Experience Reef Tank Purity – AQUAFx Barracuda Glacial RO/DI System Review.
Win the War of Coral Shopping with BattleCorals – Official Vendor Review.
When the online shopping boom reached the reefing marketplace, I initially had mixed emotions. On one hand, buying corals online would save time and money from not having to drive to your local fish store. On the other hand, however, physically reviewing corals from a brick and mortar store seemed like the only way too guarantee a certain appearance and quality. Not to mention … [Read more...] about Win the War of Coral Shopping with BattleCorals – Official Vendor Review.
Boom Corals Review – An Explosion of Vibrant Beauty and Quality.
Navigating the murky waters of coral vendors isn’t as simple as buying snorkels. In my experience, finding a coral supplier that’s not only honest, but knowledgeable about our hobby is like trying to find a needle in a haystack. Time and again, I’ve allowed myself to be duped by suppliers who promise brilliantly healthy corals, but only to be disappointed.In a marketplace where … [Read more...] about Boom Corals Review – An Explosion of Vibrant Beauty and Quality.
The Stuff Legends Are Made Of – Legendary Corals Review.
How many times have you purchased a coral based upon supplier promises of brilliant and healthy specimens, only to be disappointed? Throughout my years of dealing with both commercial and private coral vendors, I’ve had spectacular experiences and absolutely dreadful encounters.Reef Hacks isn’t just a resource for aquarium equipment advice and setup tips. After all, without … [Read more...] about The Stuff Legends Are Made Of – Legendary Corals Review.
Giving New Eyes to Anglers – Deeper fish finder Smart Sonar Pro+ Review
From an early age, my passion for fish and all-things-aquatic was apparent. Unlike my peers, the ideal summer vacation wasn’t going to an amusement park or traveling to tourist traps sprinkled throughout the world. Instead, I begged my family to pack our fishing poles and head out to our local fishing holes.While I can attribute many experiences and curiosities for laying the … [Read more...] about Giving New Eyes to Anglers – Deeper fish finder Smart Sonar Pro+ Review
From One Reefer to Another – The Coral Kings, Dan Lacitignola Coral Vendor Review
About the Vendor:If you’ve spend any time on the popular Reef2Reef forum, then you’ve likely stumbled across posts made by TCK Corals. While he may be known as The Coral Kings in online reefing circles, we know him as Dan Lacitignola.In a marketplace filled with unsavory characters, finding a vendor like Dan is a breath of fresh air. We’ve known about The Coral Kings for a … [Read more...] about From One Reefer to Another – The Coral Kings, Dan Lacitignola Coral Vendor Review
The Spectrum of Innovation – Mitras LX 7206 LED Lighting Review.
Standing on the shores of the vast ocean, my eyes stung from the intense tropical sun. Reaching for my sunglasses, I felt the warmth of our star as I silently appreciated its brightness.After a seemingly unending winter of gray skies and frigid temperatures, basking in the warm caress of our star was a welcomed reprieve. Burying my toes in the hot sand, my mind drifted beyond … [Read more...] about The Spectrum of Innovation – Mitras LX 7206 LED Lighting Review.
Somatic 90 Sump & Skimmer Review – Is This the Ultimate Filtration System?
Flexibility. Adaptability. Simplicity. These three qualities are what I look for when reviewing reef tank equipment. If I’ve learned anything throughout my years as a professional and hobbyist, it’s that no amount of fancy marketing tactics can overshadow the results of straightforward, solid and efficient design.So, when it came time to review the Somatic 90 Sump and Skimmer … [Read more...] about Somatic 90 Sump & Skimmer Review – Is This the Ultimate Filtration System?
ReefBrite XHO Blue LED Strip Review – The Power of Refined Illumination.
Lighting for a reef tank is as important for coral development as sunlight is for us land dwellers. Basically, without quality light sources, your tank is destined for lackluster growth.Reefers who entered this multidimensional hobby with little knowledge or experience are often shocked to learn about not only the true impact of light, but how many different tank-specific … [Read more...] about ReefBrite XHO Blue LED Strip Review – The Power of Refined Illumination.