DSB, SSB or BB Experiences

[Reefer Rob]

Well it's finally happened, I suppose it was inevitable. I've finally had my faith in DSBs shaken up a bit. I've been doing some reading since some recent discussions about sand on Canreef, and it turns out I may have missed a few of the finer points about DSB maintenance. It seems that even the most notable proponents of DSBs are saying you need infauna recharging on a regular basis to keep them healthy. I don't know why I breezed over that the first time. Since these kits don't seem to be available in Canada, I'm now wondering if DSBs are viable here long term. I plan to upgrade to a 180 or a 225 in the new year, and I hope to be able to sort through all the conflicting opinions by then to know what I want to do for substrate

So here's what I'd like to do.

First, I am hoping we can have a civil discussion on the subject.(please)

I would like to find out what people think of their DSBs, SSBs and bare bottoms. I would especially like to hear from anyone who has had a DSB running for 4 or more years, and have them tell us how they feel about it.

Right now I'm leaning towards a SSB in my display, with room for a couple of remote DSBs IF NEEDED.