I am very passionate about keeping my body healthy, and I like how we can do that in this day and age with all the supplements we can buy. Scientific advancements allowed us to target one micronutrient that we are missing to be healthier and stronger, which is fantastic.As I was browsing for supplements on Amazon, I noticed I am very picky regarding the company I am buying … [Read more...] about We’ve Switched All Our Reef Tanks to Aquaforest: Find Out Why!
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How To Prepare Your Reef Tank for Hurricanes, Power Outages and the Unexpected.
Mother Nature is as brilliant as she is vicious. As survivors of natural disasters already know, nature isn’t always kind and protective. In moments of catastrophic rage, the elements required for life transform into deadly weapons. Thankfully, most of us rarely experience the harshness of the natural world.But, we aren’t always lucky.Throughout the United States, the raw power … [Read more...] about How To Prepare Your Reef Tank for Hurricanes, Power Outages and the Unexpected.
Equipment: Giesemann Spectra
Over the past few years I've experimented with most types of light sources on the market, I started out my previous set up with a Kessil A350W LED, a light which to this day I love, the shimmer from the Kessil to me is just amazing, especially when combined with T5 supplementation. I then moved on to a Nanobox Sunpower Retrofit, again this was a really nice light which I … [Read more...] about Equipment: Giesemann Spectra
Equipment: Skimmer Upgrade
For the past 5 years I've been using the same protein skimmer, my trusty Reef Octopus Diablo 160xs - it's a beast, it's bulletproof, and it served me extremely well. Over the years I've always wanted to try something new, I flaunted with the idea of running the KZ skimmer when I switched over to Zeovit, and I have for many years lusted over the Royal Exclusive Bubble King … [Read more...] about Equipment: Skimmer Upgrade
AI Nero 5 Submersible Powerhead Review from ReefHacks.
Last summer was killer. As days grew longer and hotter, my least favorite summertime sensation was in full bloom: stagnate humidity.North Carolina may not be as smoldering as our neighboring states (I’m looking at you, Georgia and Florida), but when the heat and thickness of the southern sun billows, even a diehard southerner shrinks under its weight. Without a single breeze, … [Read more...] about AI Nero 5 Submersible Powerhead Review from ReefHacks.
An Adventure in Shallow Reefs
My obsession with animals started at a young age and ever since I can remember, I’ve had pets of all shapes and sizes. My aquarium adventures like most other aquarists started with a fresh water system – mine was filled with guppies and an assortment of fresh water plants. I remember one of the females spawning the day I brought them home, causing me to rush back to the … [Read more...] about An Adventure in Shallow Reefs
Sea & Reef Aquaculture Review – Our Experiences and Thoughts.
There’s a dichotomy in the reefing community.We want to protect natural coral reefs environments. On the other hand, we desire brilliant, unique and rare tank inhabitants. This, my dear reefer, is the problem.Regardless of why you began this watery adventure, the shared core among all reef aquarists is our love of the mysterious tropical world. The vibrant colors and delicate … [Read more...] about Sea & Reef Aquaculture Review – Our Experiences and Thoughts.
Upgrading Our Private Sun – Giesemann SPECTRA Metal Halide/T5 Hybrid Review
In my opinion, an aquarium system should be efficient and beautiful. What’s the use spending countless hours refining your aquascape design if the system is a convoluted mess?Regardless of interior design skills, lighting fixtures are a notorious smudge on an otherwise flawless system design. For years, this visual smudge was unavoidable. Reef tanks require specific lighting, … [Read more...] about Upgrading Our Private Sun – Giesemann SPECTRA Metal Halide/T5 Hybrid Review
The Smallest Hack for the Biggest Results: Reef Hacks Guide to Copepods.
I’m sure you’re familiar with the saying, “it’s the little things that matter.” While we typically assign this to behaviors of others, when it comes to reefing, this statement carries a different tune.It’s easy to get caught up in the bigger elements of reefing. From choosing the perfect tank to ensuring your filtration system is optimized for your unique microcosm, many novice … [Read more...] about The Smallest Hack for the Biggest Results: Reef Hacks Guide to Copepods.
Be the Champion of Power Outages – Champion Dual Fuel Generator Review.
It’s hard to imagine life without electricity. Actually, I think it’s hard to imagine life without anything that’s simplified living.That is until there’s a power outage. In a matter of seconds, you’re thrust back into the dark ages, literally. Sure, the occasional power outage isn’t much to fear. As long as it comes back before your iPhone, laptop or Kindle dies, then all’s … [Read more...] about Be the Champion of Power Outages – Champion Dual Fuel Generator Review.