Just a friendly reminder.. We are not here for the gear

[PapaFishRocks]

No no no! You should buy as much gear as you want, especially lights, and then sell them used at a heavily discounted rate when you realizer you don't need them!!! Asking for a friend. . .

100% agreed. That’s how I’ve gotten 99% of my gear.

 

[friendlyAlien]

I disagree with automation on so many levels, but I am glad you enjoy it!

Never snorkled on an automated reef either.

True, I like scuba diving ... give me all the gear

 

[fish farmer]

I disagree with automation on so many levels, but I am glad you enjoy it!

Never snorkled on an automated reef either.

So you turn your lights on manually?

 

[KrisReef]

So you turn your lights on manually?

Of course not. I walk into the room and start yelling at Sear eeze. Makes me feel powerful like Captain Kirk at the helm of the Enterprise.
Warp speed! Tasers on stun! Rodney King!

“ Why can’t we all just get along?”

 

[bobnicaragua]

The only reefing gear that I really love are my metal halides, and that’s ancient tech!

 

[Reefer Matt]

I’ve been 3d printing my own gear.

 

[BARNAKEWLZ]

I love this time of the year because of all the sales. Been in this hobby for 20 years and I know exactly what I need for my reef to be successful so I stock up at this time of the year.

I also know all the gimmicks now from the vendors and know what is a good deal or not.

I’m just looking to buy salt for the year ha

 

[Fish_Fry]

I agree with the OP, and I like the message as a reminder. That said I just purchased some gear that I've waited all year to go on sale.

Personally my gear acquisition is less about upgrading what I have, & more around automating & monitoring. Both of which should help with stability & taking care of the livestock, especially if I'm out if town for a couple days.

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[Peair]

During this time of year. Some might need a reminder, we are here for the creatures in the tank!

Buying tons of gear for a reef tank can easily become a waste of time and money. The market is flooded with fancy gadgets that claim to "optimize" your tank, but most of them aren’t really necessary for a healthy reef. You can achieve great results with basic equipment, and focusing too much on high-tech gear just fuels consumerism and waste. Plus, constantly upgrading leads to unnecessary e-waste and environmental impact. The real joy in this hobby comes from learning about the ecosystem, not from how much you spend. Save your cash, focus on the basics, and enjoy the process!

It's good to save money, but I need my Hydros Controllers.

 

[MindlessToxin]

I'm addicted to this hobby. Addicted to new. New fish, new coral, new gear. There are lots of upgrades I've yet to make. I guess it depends on where someone is at in the hobby. I'm running pretty basic but fairly successful right now(I think). That said I believe there's a lot of upgrades and gear I can get to make me even more successful. I do love my saltwater babies first and foremost.

 

[Tamberav]

I don't really plan to buy anything, mostly because the stuff I bought 5-10 years ago is still working.

I am curious about Hydros Maven but it's not even out so