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Originally Posted by Myka
The point of this thread was to start a discussion on live rock not business plans...
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Originally Posted by Myka
Why do vendors always get in a bunch of live rock from overseas plop it in a holding tank, and not give a popcorn fart if the ammonia spikes to 4 ppm?? Most vendors don't even have a skimmer on the holding tank, some don't put a heater in it, and some use tap water!!! Like seriously Mr Vendor, don't you know you're charging a PREMIUM for this stuff which happens to be the most important filtration "device" we will invest in often spending more money on rock than our skimmer, and you're not taking any procedures to promote a HEALTHY, LIVELY, CLEAN rock??
One day, I'm going to have my own store...things will be different!!!!  |
I'm sorry but this does sound like a slam to someones business practices, not just a conversation starter. I think if you were to have a conversation with the business they'd be more than happy to supply you with exactly what you are looking for. Most people are content with "live" rock, connoisseurs want fresh rock. Just like a connoisseur wants a BK skimmer, ELOS tank, and RD DC pumps. You pay for premium goods and selection of livestock. It's nothing new.
I tend to make it to a LFS when new products arrive and buy them before they even hit a store tank. This bypasses the issue all together.
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