RO/DI filter....really????

[Ross]

I've used Calgary Tapwater for a year and a half without too many issues.
Depending on where you are in the city your water can either be from the Bow River or the Glenmore Reservoir. My water is from the bow. The TDS sits around 140 typically.
I've had success with simple SPS (birdsnest, monti caps, monti's, etc) I've also lost a fair number of more decicate SPS.
I cant tell you if this is the source water driven or Nitrate driven.
My LPS/Softy tank has been fine on tap water, no crazy growth, but no algae issues either.

Red Coral has locally sourced 4 stage RO/DI units for $200.
Ocean city carries the same thing at the same price.
Golds costs a fair bit more from what I remember.