How to Set Up a Nano Reef Tank

We’ve really been feeling it lately for nano tanks. We run much larger tanks for surgeonfish, but while we’re waiting for our Acros to grow in those we like to have some low-cost fun and set up nano tanks as…

Biological filter media is back – here’s how to use it

The reintroduction of biological filter media has been one of the most significant changes in reefkeeping in the last 10 years. For decades, the Berlin Method taught us to ditch “traditional” aquarium filtration methods and instead rely on the microbial…

The ReefStock Raffle is a Mountain of Aquarium Gear

With ReefStock Denver 2022 less than two weeks away we’re starting to make sense of the deluge of raffle prizes we’ve received from nearly every aquarium company in the American market. The ReefStock event staff takes great pride in assembling the…

Big Gripper Bucket gives the humble water pail a modern makeover

The Big Gripper Bucket is a perfect example of what great things can come when mundane, everyday objects are given a fresh new look. The humble water pail or water bucket, has been relatively unchanged in the last decade since…

Fish Stores at risk for Show Rooming Study Finds

A new study about the effects of “show rooming” is an interesting read. Specifically, it stated that Fish stores were at risk for the phenomenon

ReefStock raffle alone is worthy of the trip to Denver this weekend!

We like to do it right when it comes to our own event — great vendors, cool location, smart speakers and a raffle worthy of a visit to Denver for ReefStock on its own! This year we have another great…

AquaStatix makes your iPhone fishy

If you’re one of the growing number of iPhone users and looking for a robust, tank logging application for your device check out AquaStatix. The app (available for $1.99 USD from the iTunes App Store) will let you set up…