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08-23-2007, 03:25 AM
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Doug I think most places in town know you and understand your level of commitment to knowledge in this reef hobby. I am surprised a salesperson felt you wouldn't be offended over inappropriate advice.
This last week I went to a couple LFS's and thought to myself it would be nice if you went into a LFS and they had a computer and internet , or a fish data base you could use. I go in and see a fish and wonder if it would be compatible in my setup and have no way of immediately knowing except from a salesperson that wants you to buy that fish. Now do I want to go home, look it up, drive back and buy it???. Well just me rambling on. Kevin 
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08-23-2007, 04:00 AM
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That's a great idea, Kevin. Or at least a few good reference books, eh?
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08-23-2007, 05:42 AM
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Kevin...I think that is one of the best ideas I've heard...I don't know how many times I have been to a reef shop in Vancouver (I live on Vancouver Island) LOVE a fish but can't get good info on it...until I find an internet cafe, or have one in the hotel I am staying at...then go back to get it the next day and ... it's gone...I'd love to see an internet terminal in an LFS...that would be sooo very cool! Even if I had to put in a buck or something to help with the cost...it would be cool with me! My husband would be sooo much happier hearing he doesn't need to buy me a nice Mac laptop!
 Although, I could use it!sorry that was a bit off topic......
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08-23-2007, 06:00 AM
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Question for those in Calgary who know the stores...
I lived their 5 years or so ago, (and only got more brave and started with a 65 gal salt when I moved here) I know where some of the fish stores are, but can anyone sugest trustworthy LFS's that I can check out on my way through on the 26th and Sept 3rd? Much appreciated 
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08-23-2007, 01:14 PM
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Golds, Elite Aquatics and Wais Aquarium. IMO the three best stores in town.
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08-23-2007, 01:54 PM
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08-23-2007, 02:30 PM
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Quote:
 to the store as an employee (oh there is the straw..i'm trying to ..whats the word...grasp at it...) Aquarium Illusions has a couple of dog eared, cover worn out reference books they keep around (been there a few times only though). Every store i've been to has had something come in they have no idea what it is. I frequented several shops in the US when I was down there for school, everyone had an internet kiosk setup to look at fish/corals etc.. most times pointed at marinedepot or livequaria. Yep I ranted a bit..sorry. I should have introduced myself now that I have thrown off lurker status for the shining light that comes with userhood..(word?) too bad I only have one small tank left.
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08-23-2007, 06:00 PM
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I have lots of referrence books and internet access if anyone is curious.
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