Cheapest place to buy new equipment in Canada

[jazzywashbuckler]

For reef tank or does it work out better to order from America??

[tony1928]

With the current exchange rate, not likely you are going to find across the board good deals in the states right now. When the FX was closer to 90 cents I would say definitely there are deals to be had down south.

[jazzywashbuckler]

This is what I'm thinking so where in Canada?

[Myka]

Wouldn't you rather support your local fish store where you will get personalized assistance and form a good relationship?

[jazzywashbuckler]

For Fish and Coral 100% I would support my local fish store. But for equipment when I'm spending thousands of dollars every $50 difference counts.

[FishyFishy!]

Reef Supplies is my favorite for service and prices.

[gobytron]

I think you're going to find that he variance from one lfs to another is pretty slight.

You might save a few bucks on one item at one, and a few on another at another.

If cost is a concern, you can always buy used.

Its actually ridiculous how many people just decide they want out of the hobby and aren't looking for a premium for goods.

[jazzywashbuckler]

Some items I'm thinking buying used but what is the life expectant like for a skimmer?.

[reefwars]

Send a message to Dave@conceptaquariuns.ca if your getting a few items I'm sure he will hook you up plus they are in calgary ;) you'll find your equipment here cheaper than most others in Canada :)

[FishyFishy!]

Some items I'm thinking buying used but what is the life expectant like for a skimmer?.

10 minutes to 10 years lol

[jazzywashbuckler]

Guess I'm up that creek without a paddle.

What's best skimmer to buy under $500?.

Thanks

[gregzz4]

Give us some info
Tank and sump size, what kind of corals, how much live rock, how many and what size fish

[intarsiabox]

JL Aquatics and Reef Supplies are both good and carry a lot of different products from one another. Even when our dollar was on par I still found JL to be cheaper than the US by the time shipping was factored in. They both also have good websites and carry a wide variety of items.

[jazzywashbuckler]

120 gallon tank, 55 gallon sump no fish yet no coral yet, forgot how much the rock weighs lol.

[reefwars]

120 gallon tank, 55 gallon sump no fish yet no coral yet, forgot how much the rock weighs lol.

Curve 7 or 9 from bubble magus great skimmers and both under $500 with money left for something else:)

[gregzz4]

no fish yet no coral yet, forgot how much the rock weighs lol.
I asked about these items as it can have a bearing on how much skimmer you need.
No SPS and a small fish load requires a smaller skimmer than a tank packed full of SPS and fish.
If you're not sure, go with the larger-sized suggestions. Then you won't have to upgrade.
To a point, a larger skimmer won't hurt your tank, just your wallet.

[jazzywashbuckler]

Cheers you know I'm gonna get it loaded😁

[camaro7019]

Vertex omega 150!!

[Doug]

Moved to this forum.

Besides our buy/sell, not sure how you can do better than some of our sponsors.

[The Guy]

Vertex omega 150!!

+ 1 I had one on my 90 g and 50 g sump worked flawlessly for me. :thumb: bought it at J&L .

[jazzywashbuckler]

Thanks guys think I'm gonna try to support my local guy

[gobytron]

LOTS of great skimmers that have been well taken care of in the buy and sell.

generally, a well taken care of skimmer body will last forever.
The pumps need replacing from time to time but a skimmer is one item you shouldn't worry too much about wear and tear.

I wouldn't trade my 7 year old Deltec APF 800 for anything...even though its currently collecting dust.