Starting a saltwater tank

[Reef Pilot]

I would agree with Raied and recommend going with a smaller tank (<50g) to start off with. You are going to make mistakes with SW. That is just part of the learning. When you have some success and really want a larger tank, then you are ready for the bigger investment. And you'll have a much better idea of what you really want, as there are lots of choices with fish, corals and tank/sump design.

But for sure, go to SW. I had FW many years ago, and eventually got bored with it. SW is much more challenging, but the rewards are greater, too. The trick is to go slow, though. A common mistake with SW newbies is they try to rush the cycling, etc, and add livestock way too soon.

Good luck. I am sure you will enjoy it.

[Dearth]

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For years the rule had been go as big as you could afford but that came with its own set of problems mostly monetary issues now people are starting small and working their way upward the biggest key in Salt Water is patience go slow it is the toughest thing in the SW world to do but going slow will save you a lot of grief in the long run.

Take your time peruse the board and you will get an idea of what is involved and make the decision people will do their best to help if you decide to jump on board

[Proteus]

I think your 125 will be fine. Just do some reserch on equip so you are prepared to shell the money. Don't cheap out either. IMO that will cost more in the long run.

[iceman86]

Originally Posted by Titus99

I think your 125 will be fine. Just do some reserch on equip so you are prepared to shell the money. Don't cheap out either. IMO that will cost more in the long run.

X2 I learned this lesson the hard way. I ended up replacing everything I cheaped out on.