Among advanced hobbyists there is a staunch divide among “stream” style pumps– Vortech or Tunze. The forum discussions on these two are likely the fiercest of any equipment items, and may induce flash backs of the BB v DSB and Zeovit debates.
We have always been partial to Tunzes. They work and as previously mentioned we are comfortable with [...]
I have tried Emerald crabs (Mithrax sculptus) before, but never really noticed a difference. They didn’t touch any bubble algae and I rarely saw them. With my previous experience in mind and some horror stories from other hobbyists, I was hesitant to try them again to help on a few small patches of Bubble Algae [...]
The Sfiligoi Xenus Wavemaker is a small device that works on a “paddle system” to create small waves and glitter lines. Retailing for $200, we wanted to see if this truly was a worthwhile addition.
This patented design is said to create:
“…extrordinary ripple effects of light through the water like in nature!
These lighting effects are created [...]
Following up from the Initial Impressions Post, here’s the RX150 in action on the glassbox.
The Warner Marine RX150 is as plug and play as they come. The install took no more than 5 minutes and it was skimming away soon after. We feel the vinegar bath helped significantly. The only connections needed were the 1/2″ [...]
We received our skimmer Friday direct from Warner Marine. It was packed extremely well– really, it was one of the best packed packages we have received. (say that 10 times)
RX 150 Basic Stats:
6″ Diameter x 24.5″ Tall
External Design
Recirculating Bubble Plate
Powered by Sedra 7000 Needle Wheel
The overall construction is very solid. I would rate it [...]
After reading our inital Aquacare post, our friend and experienced hobbyist Steve Norvich was one of the first in the U.S. to get his hands on the newly imported Aquacare Turbo Chalk Calcium Reactors. We asked Steve to give a review on his initial experience of the Model 3 which he currently has running for [...]
Korallen Zucht, makers of Zeovit, came out with Coral Snow not too long ago. Given the reported effects we thought we would give it a try. Here’s what Pohl and KZ have to say about the product:
“Coral Snow is a liquid form secondary biological facilitator for elements such as Bbalance and Potassium-Iodide/Flouride Concentrate. It is also [...]
