YAaa a new store in the south.....

[Finaddict]

Have you all heard there is a new store opening up soon,

Called elite aquariums
http://albertaaquatica.com/index.php?act=Attach&type=post&id=2247
\Can not wait... another fish store closer to me and the southener's(heh tony)

salt/fresh looks like. so excited- :wink:

FYI

[i have crabs]

when does it open?

[Finaddict]

was planned for the long week-end but it is delayed ... hopefully sept. and sooner rather than later......

[Razz]

Is this Danny's store. Wais?

[Delphinus]

Sweet!

[andrewsk]

Is this Danny's store. Wais?

Oh no....

[albert_dao]

Oh no....


LOL? Your best friend Keith!

[Veng68]

woot....... someplace new to visit when I am next in town :)

Cheers,
Vic [veng68]

[Tarolisol]

Can someone confirm or deny the statment about it being owned by wais? That is deffinitly not what we need down here.

[albert_dao]

Can someone confirm or deny the statment about it being owned by wais? That is deffinitly not what we need down here.

It's a joint project between Danny and a former Petland manager.

[danny zubot]

7400 Macleod Tr.

Walking distance!!! What Luck!!!:multi:

[andrewsk]

It's a joint project between Danny and a former Petland manager.

Yaaaay. More fish can die now.....

Ill continue my drive to the north. Who else would hold a Regal Angel for 2 weeks before you buy it.

[fishmanty]

Hey Albert, that Petland manager, do you have his name by chance?

[rudy]

Guys name is Cody.

Really good guy. If he is running the store it should do well.

[danny zubot]

Boy, they're already under the microscope and they haven't even opened yet.

I'm curious to see how they'll compete with everyone as far as livestock conditions/quiality and pricing are concerned.

[fishmanty]

He sounds formiliar. As soon as someone hears that their doors are open, they should post it, as its on the way home from work for me. Im not going put them under the microscope until I see what they have to offer for us.

[EmilyB]

Is Cody the red-haired guy that used to work at Pisces ?

[rudy]

I don't know. Maybe it is Colby. That would make sense as he worked at Westhills Petland right? You can't miss him due to the eyes. Check out his contacts. They are bizarre.

[Snappy]

I for one am willing to let the store open & speak for itself and not get hung up on preconceived notions from the rumour mill. Danny at Wai's has always treated me very well. He also donated for our frag meet in Jan as did Gold's and Ocean Aquatics in BC.

[andrewsk]

I for one am willing to let the store open & speak for itself and not get hung up on preconceived notions from the rumour mill. Danny at Wai's has always treated me very well. He also donated for our frag meet in Jan as did Gold's and Ocean Aquatics in BC.

I do agree with what you are saying. I just have issues with the way the current store is run, so I am a bit worried that we will be getting more of the same down south.

If this other guy is running the store then of course we will give him a shot.

It's just not as exciting as hearing that it's another Gold's or Aquarium Illusions (Stores with a great track record) is opening in the South.

[danny zubot]

Ya know, its funny how people used to condemn BA's all the time. Then they closed down and all of the sudden we miss them. Then we move our misguided LFS frustration, too quick to point the finger and submit to buyer beware warnings on to the next poor vendor in line.

Lets just see what they will offer us. I know that I'm not alone in my relief that there is finally another store to browse.

[kari]

Too far away:biggrin:

[rudy]

BA Edmonton is opening a store here. I was there the other week and they said they were currently looking for space to which I replied....good luck.

I definately don't miss BA as a store, but do miss the inverts. That is the problem with Calgary stores. Tons of fish and not enough weird and whacky inverts and such.

[Delphinus]

I'll throw my $.02 in, that probably wasn't directed at me, but since I know I've whined about missing Big Als, I'll chime in anyhow. I never really "condemned" Big Als myself, I bought there regularly, knew the guys and got along well with them. They weren't perfect but no LFS is (I've seen the "good" LFS's on bad days and let me tell you, it wasn't pretty, if I based my opinions on what I saw on those days alone, I would never shop at the ones that everyone is so gaga over how good they are. The bottom line is, LFS's are run by people, people are not infallible and everyone has good days and everyone has bad days).

There were a few things that I was unhappy about, but I always communicated my issues with them. Sometimes we had to agree to disagree, most of the time though, I was a happy regular.

I, for one, have been whining about the lack of representation down south for a long time. So regardless of who's behind the endeavour, I'm happy there's a store opening that I can consider closer by.

The way I look at it, as a hobby addict, a store has to "try" to get me to stop buying there. Whether it's travel time, livestock conditions, pricing, customer service, etc. etc. (or some combination thereof), the "default" position is that I'll go check it out, and let's face it, a happy customer is a repeat customer so if all goes well I'll be a regular.

[muck]

Hopefully all goes well so Tony can stop his whining too.. :razz: :razz:

[Delphinus]

Shush you. I'll find something else to annoy you with.

[danny zubot]

BA Edmonton is opening a store here. I was there the other week and they said they were currently looking for space to which I replied....good luck.


They can buy my condo:lol:

[rudy]

I was also going to say that we are not the only ones bitching.

One thing I am growing very tired of is stores (especially new stores) bad mouthing others. I think there is a ton of business out there and if there is no current store in the South I think a Niche could be carved pretty easily there. The same thing with the new store in the N.W. as I know I will shop there by virtue of the fact that it is close. What was said about you have to convince me not to shop at a store is very true. Who here honestly shops exclusively at one store? I have my loyalties, but if somebody else has something I want and I don't dispise shopping there I will.
The statement about "the store in the S.E. that does not quarantine their fish and that is why it is so cheap", or they get the mixed boxes where we get the quality hand picked fish" wears really thin.

I hope the new store takes the high road and focuses on their store rather than everybody elses.

[albert_dao]

The statement about "the store in the S.E. that does not quarantine their fish and that is why it is so cheap", or they get the mixed boxes where we get the quality hand picked fish" wears really thin.



Mad marketing and information gathering skillZ.

[G1GY]

I'm happy to see a store opening in the south. I for one am getting sick of the number of "southerners" plugging up the isles in the north stores! :lol:

[danny zubot]

:2gunfire: I'm happy to see a store opening in the south. I for one am getting sick of the number of "southerners" plugging up the isles in the north stores! :lol:

[Delphinus]

The north stores have isles? Sweet! Having their own reef islands is WAY cooler than just having a bunch of aisles.

[Snappy]

It's just not as exciting as hearing that it's another Gold's or Aquarium Illusions (Stores with a great track record) is opening in the South.

:razz: You have to go pretty far north to shop at AI. The only real issue I have with them is they will not hold livestock for pick up later. I have asked them on several occassions while in Edmonton if I could pay for a coral now and pick it up in a day or two when I will be going home and the answer has always been no. That is the only store that has ever said that to me. It gives me the impression they lack confidence in what they sell. Other than that I suppose they're okay.

Now Gold's has been very good to me. Great people, great service.

[Canadbis]

I'm happy another store is opening, gives one more store to go and check out to see what is in stock.
Even the places that dont have the greatest quality/conditions still get a gem once in a while

[G1GY]

The north stores have isles? Sweet! Having their own reef islands is WAY cooler than just having a bunch of aisles.

boB would be proud to see your checking my spelling. Thank you. :)

[danny zubot]

I drove by 7400 Macleod Tr. the other day (by Outlaws) and couldn't find a fish store, let alone bay #8.

[Skimmer Juice]

Another fish store is always cool.Just to check out.I only buy from one store!

[Moogled]

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[Quagmire]

I drove by 7400 Macleod Tr. the other day (by Outlaws) and couldn't find a fish store, let alone bay #8.


Your supposed to stop at Outlaws AFTER the fish store :mrgreen:

[RobbAdams]

I think it would be by the Hydropoinics shop there.

[Skimmer Juice]

edited my post!

[danny zubot]

Anyone know if they're open yet?

[wayner]

Phone number is not in service

[Skimmer Juice]

I talked t wai and he said it would be open at the end of the month (september)

[albert_dao]

I talked t wai and he said it would be open at the end of the month (september)


He talks to you? LOL!

[Delphinus]

I drove by 7400 Macleod Tr. the other day (by Outlaws) and couldn't find a fish store, let alone bay #8. I drove by today and while there was nobody there, there's definitely a fish store at 7400 McLeod Tr. They're right next door to the Thai NongKhai restaurant, or a couple doors down from Cafe Metro if that helps you picture where that is. Across McLeod Tr is Palatal restaurant. :D

[danny zubot]

I stopped in there on Saturday and talked to a Rusty, tall fellow. He said 3 weeks max for the opening. Setup looks nice, the whole back is plumbed and lit for SW. Store front looks nice too.

[Tarolisol]

I stopped in there on Saturday and talked to a Rusty, tall fellow. He said 3 weeks max for the opening. Setup looks nice, the whole back is plumbed and lit for SW. Store front looks nice too.

It doesnt matter to me how nice a place looks, as long as the fish are taken care of properly and the prices arnt rediculous. But if its owned by wais i dont think ill be buying to many fish from there. :(

[danny zubot]

It may be owned by the same owner but it will be managed by someone different.

[EmilyB]

I talked to Danny today and it is Colby, nice guy. I dealt with him at Pisces quite a bit. I guess the store will be 80% FW.

[Delphinus]

the store will be 80% FW.

Now THAT is a bummer. :( Oh well, 20% is better than 0% I guess.:lol:

[Coderad]

Anyone know when it is actually opening?

[EmilyB]

He said a week or so, but of course wouldn't have much in until everything is settled.

[Tarolisol]

Now THAT is a bummer. :( Oh well, 20% is better than 0% I guess.:lol:

Thats a little dissapointing since usually stores that dont deticate time to SW and up having very poor selection and quality.

[danny zubot]

There are other stores in town that were mosetly FW oriented, and they've turned over to the salt side because of demand. This one may do the same.

[kari]

Wai's Guys Aquatic would sound way cooler.

[Tarolisol]

I drove by today and it looked pretty stocked and ready to open, I'm hoping there dry goods are a decent price because i want that nano cube in the window.

[AJ_77]

Wai's Guys Aquatic would sound way cooler.

L-o-L :lol:

[Jim Barry]

Wai's Guys Aquatic would sound way cooler.

Obviously your broken wrists haven't ruined your sense of humor... good one !!

[danny zubot]

I'm hoping there dry goods are a decent price because i want that nano cube in the window.

I was those too, pretty cool looking.

I wonder if they'll be open to livestock trades?

[robzilla]

in coming to calgary this weekend, is this store open yet?

[danny zubot]

I don't think they are officially open yet. I'll go by there on the way home tonight and check if you want? Call me 403-366-1753 later and I'll let you know. (I'll be away from the PC all weekend)

[Tarolisol]

I drove by today and they werent open, they look like there all set to open anyday now though.

[hawk]

Quite the build-up. Seven pages about a store yet to open, even I'm starting to look forward to it's opening.

[Canadbis]

Supposed to be pretty big. 2/3 Salt
Hoping for next weekend

[Tarolisol]

Supposed to be pretty big. 2/3 Salt
Hoping for next weekend

Im pretty sure its only 20% salt the rest Fresh. And the store is quite tiny, similiar size to golds probly, but they look stocked to the roof on dry goods.

[Razz]

Walked through the store yesterday, very nice, well layed out and looks like about 20 % salt, and lots of hardware. Supposed to be open on Tuesday,

[Tarolisol]

Well its open, I went and looked today, seems like a typical fish store. Not much SW but not bad, there prices were comparable to what big als was. Still not fully stocked and not much stuff has prices on them yet.

[prosnow]

checked it out today also, still getting things going obviously but the owner says give me 2-3 weeks, and everything should be all going good, thank god theres a place close to home again....

[JOSH]

i swung by there today, they have a good size area for saltwater, and really long tank that will be stacked with corals.

[WetKytn]

Hmmm.... since my last post on an independant thread seems to have magically disappeared (that's what I get for going to work I guess!!) :rolleyes: and I only found THIS thread today... :biggrin:

I too would like to say how much I like the new Store in the South!
Colby is way cool!
He helped me with my first ever tank like 6 years ago (back when I was a fledgling aquarist and only had 20gal fresh).
And it's so great to see that he is running this new store!

HOORRAY!
A store within minor driving distance that has competent staff!!

Fish Rule!

[Bob I]

Wai's Guys Aquatic would sound way cooler.

Now that is truly priceless:lol::lol:. I am so sorry I did not think of that. It really is a super pun. I hope some zealous mod does not trash this thread.:razz:

[DiscusZ]

I was by there on Friday looks promising. the guy there said he would have corals and such in a few weeks Can not wait.. will have to check that out when i am back from Jamaica on nov 10th.


Jim

[danny zubot]

Checked it out on Sunday. With the exception of a bit of store stock the place is fully open and functional. Nice and clean, for now:razz: and the coral tank is coming, Colby said he just needed a few helping hands to get it up on the shelf.

[Delphinus]

Hey I could probably help out with hoisting that (Colby if you're reading this..). I work nearby so depending on when it was needed to be done I could swing by.

[Doug]

I hope some zealous mod does not trash this thread.:razz:

Thanks. Glad our work is appreciated.

[danny zubot]

Hey I could probably help out with hoisting that (Colby if you're reading this..). I work nearby so depending on when it was needed to be done I could swing by.

I'm close too, I'm in if needed.

[little_c]

Wais' Guy huh? Nice. Can I change my name on this thing? If you guys want to help me lift that thing onto the stand that would be beyond cool. When are you available and what do you drink? We'll need four people (three to lift and me to tell you where to put it, right?:biggrin: ) Give me a call at the shop if you like 258-0448. The faster I get it plumbed the faster I can fill it. Thanks for the offer!!

[kari]

Just my lame attempt at humor. Probably shouldn't have done that since I know nothing of this new business. Good luck with the new store.

[danny zubot]

I'm good to go any time to help with the tank, what about you Tony?

[Delphinus]

Just about anytime, except that I have to go out of town Wednesday to Friday so I can't help on those days. Today is good to go, mmmmmaybe tomorrow morning if we could swing it early (I'm gonna guess probably not though), or Saturday or thereafter. I know it kinda sucks to offer help and then start saying what days can't work, sorry about that, but blame my job not me.

I'll call Colby at the number later today (I tried right now but I guess it's too early) and see what he has in mind.

[danny zubot]

I'm good to go any time to help with the tank, what about you Tony?

:redface: I guess I should have specified that I'm good to go any time after work. Sorry, hope that doesn't kill any plans.

[Canadbis]

its only the size of Golds?? Man I was told they were going to be big.
I see someone says their prices are comparable to BA's?? I wasn't in BA's much because of prices. Guess I have to go and check it out now. little out of the way for me but hey, if they sell fish it is worth a look...isn't it?

[JOSH]

for saltwater they have probably the second largest in calgary, a big coral tank as well

[gbeef]

Thats great to hear they'll have a good selection. One major factor everyone forgets is PRICE. If there associated with Daniel at WAI's that means its gonna be Wai's pricing probly ekkk...

If they can even touch golds pricing it would be great.

[Tarolisol]

for saltwater they have probably the second largest in calgary, a big coral tank as well


I would say 4th largest. Golds, Wais, and Ocean city all have more salt. Havent been to red coral place so i dont know how big that one is.

[EG-9]

The new store has over 2k sq feet,160 tanks'
40 tanks for SW
120 tanks for FW
half open already

[Finaddict]

I was in there today.....

fyi I was told they are getting a shipment in tommorow.... ready for sat/sun

hopefully lots of cool inverts....

lots of potential!!! And close to me !!!

[prodogg02]

hi new to this site was at elite today for 3rd time more fish every time very god prices 12 bucks for peacock chicilds just gettin into saltwater conveting my 20 gal to start there fish prices seem really good.filter are good price to canaster filters for 200 gal only 175 bucks

[EmilyB]

Can someone run that through a spell checker ?