First SW Tank ever - Where do I start?

[Aquatic Addictions]

Originally Posted by Myka

My best advice, read everything you can!! Spend all of your spare time in the next 2-3 weeks soaking up as much information as possible. Try to get as much information as you can before you start buying equipment. Oh, and one last bit of advice, most of the people in the fish stores have no clue what they're talking about or are just out to sell you something you don't need, so take their advice with a grain of salt. There are a lot of much more knowledgable on these forums than you will find in the fish stores. That is for sure!

Check out the links in this thread: http://www.canreef.com/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=22067

Well I must say Myka..For someone who once worked in one fish store I know of, this comment comes off very offensive. Maybe the store you worked in or some you have been to operate this way however not all stores do this or are uneducated. I am sorry you feel this way due to your own experience.

As for the question at hand you have several available options open to you and I am happy that most others chose the correct response of RESEARCH whether by reading, asking questions, or visiting a reputable store to attain your education into this wonderful and addictive hobby. The people here are extremely helpful and kind.
You of course are always welcome to call with any questions AT NO CHARGE Good luck with your endeavor into a fun and exciting hobby.

Dan

[Myka]

Originally Posted by Aquatic Addictions

Well I must say Myka..For someone who once worked in one fish store I know of, this comment comes off very offensive. Maybe the store you worked in or some you have been to operate this way however not all stores do this or are uneducated. I am sorry you feel this way due to your own experience.

I misworded my statement, as is obvious. I meant to say that there are a larger number of knowledgable people on these types of forums (and articles on various websites) then you will find in LFSs. I have worked a combined total of about 5+ years in retail aquatic sales, and I can honestly say at least 75% of the people I worked with had no clue. There are some stores out there where the staff is very knowledgable. I won't name them because I will miss a few I'm sure, but almost all of the stores represented in CanReef's Vendor Forums seem to be quite knowledgable.