Ocean Aquatics - my first impression

[Jason McK]

It's too bad that you got that impression. You might not be aware that they are in the midst of a renovation and just took down the SPS show tank on Saturday, so yes the shop was a mess

[NU-2reef]

Did you say anything to the staff before ranting on a public forum? Maybe they have a valid reason if you cared to ask. I have found OA to be one of the most helpful shops in the area.

What's with all the whiners lately?

[Snaz]

That mess you saw was the result of Wendel doing a secret project in the rear half of the store. This area was was previously under used so I am excited as to what he may be cooking up.

I am glad that this owner appears to be upgrading where other stores are closing.

[Flash]

Originally Posted by NU-2reef

Did you say anything to the staff before ranting on a public forum? Maybe they have a valid reason if you cared to ask. I have found OA to be one of the most helpful shops in the area.

What's with all the whiners lately?

+1.... ask questions first... rant later!

[reefwars]

Originally Posted by NU-2reef

What's with all the whiners lately?

no kidding lol:P

[Leah]

Didn't anyone tell ya's... it is TERRIBLE TUESDAY! Duh!

[Aquatek]

Good store. Great people. 'Nuff said.

[Madreefer]

Originally Posted by NU-2reef

Did you say anything to the staff before ranting on a public forum? Maybe they have a valid reason if you cared to ask. I have found OA to be one of the most helpful shops in the area.

What's with all the whiners lately?

Nothing but good things to say about the store or the people that work there.

[Seriak]

Originally Posted by NU-2reef

Did you say anything to the staff before ranting on a public forum? Maybe they have a valid reason if you cared to ask. I have found OA to be one of the most helpful shops in the area.

What's with all the whiners lately?

IMO, I don't believe he was whining at all. Just giving his impression of the store on the day he visited. I think he did a good job not actually criticizing the store, but recommending possible improvements. And as you all pointed out there was an explanation for the current store disaray.

[ScubaSteve]

I agree, OA is one of my favourites. They're my coral shop.

I would have to agree a bit about the hard goods side; it's always been a little lacking. But then again, I never go there for hard goods, so I've never cared.