WarmSoda
Reefing newb
OK, some preparatory information. I just ordered my tank equipment a few days ago, and it's scheduled to arrive this Monday and Wednesday, and I'm practically drooling in anticipation. All seems to be going well, as the only things I seem to be missing are Salt-mix and, my biggest problem, Live Rock. The salt will run me about $50-$70 but the Live Rock is going to destroy me...
... I have two LFS's at my disposal, both of which are selling Live Rock at very high prices; $7.99-$12.99 a lb. Having just spent $700 on lights, a skimmer, powerheads and other paraphernalia, I can't seem to afford to spend another $1,000~ (following the 1-2 lbs. per gallon "rule") on live rock.
My question to the boards is, "How can I find a way to get the amount Live Rock I need to function as my biological filter and not break bank?" I'm willing to buy online, ebay, w/e, I just need it! :( Thanks in advance.
... I have two LFS's at my disposal, both of which are selling Live Rock at very high prices; $7.99-$12.99 a lb. Having just spent $700 on lights, a skimmer, powerheads and other paraphernalia, I can't seem to afford to spend another $1,000~ (following the 1-2 lbs. per gallon "rule") on live rock.
My question to the boards is, "How can I find a way to get the amount Live Rock I need to function as my biological filter and not break bank?" I'm willing to buy online, ebay, w/e, I just need it! :( Thanks in advance.