31 Days of Summer Giveaway! Win a $2000+ Red Sea System!!!

[Dana Riddle]

I think myself and the reefing community should be thankful for these two people as they provide SO much deep information on difficult aspects of the hobby. They answer tough questions on here regularly along with leading their normal lives. @Dana Riddle @Randy Holmes-Farley



July 5 entry

Thank you!

 

[schneidergarrettt60]

July 6 entry

Build Thread - 13.5 gallon office nano

Good afternoon everyone I am going to start a build thread I have been thinking about it for awhile and have had to location I was going to do. I am going with the location on my desk at work I have cleaned it out and moved things around so it will fit. My plan is a nano with some zoas and a...

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[DiefsReef]

build thread update

 

[kpoj9]

Build Update - I got 2 clowns from my LFS yesterday. There in my QT. I will observe for the next 2. weeks. I will not treat unless I see something.

Build Thread - New build

Just starting

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[Chlorinated]

July 06

AIO Build - Chlorinated's IM Nuvo 20

Been a while since I've updated. I passed on the RP-M powerhead. I tried it, but it was too powerful for my tank and absolutely blasted everything. Instead I opted for a CoralBox QP-5+. About the same as my RW4 flow wise but superior build quality and functionality. Right now I have the RW on...

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[Daniel266jz]

July 6th- Updated Build Thread

Nano Build - Aquatop Pisces 5 Gallon Build

How are you and Aqueon 50w adjustable heater. I got it at pet smart. You would need a smaller size I’m sure they have them. I’ve never had a problem ever with my heater Thanks for the suggestion. I have not yet found one and I will take a look at this one.

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[somekindabonita]

Updated build thread!
Would love some tips from anyone running a DOS for auto water changes - we'll be running all our lines tonight

Build Thread - Some Kinda Bonita's 40 gal breeder

So excited to finally start this hobby off right. Had a failed 30 gallon tank because I didn't do the proper research, but learning from those mistakes this time around. I'm two weeks into the cycle and just saw my nitrates skyrocket on the test tonight. Can't wait for the diatom bloom soon!!

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[bigredreefer91]

Happy Monday all !!! Updated the thread https://www.reef2reef.com/threads/big-reds-220.662993/page-2

 

[154162]

July 6 build thread updated!

Build Thread - Reefy nano!

Hi, I’m new here, coming from the freshwater side of things. 1st post on reef2reef but I’ve been creeping behind the scenes for a while, soaking it all in, research, research, so much more research. But I’m finally here, got my first salt water tank set up and cycling! Guess what ? It’s a...

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[EagleEye121]

July 6 complete:

Build Thread - EagleEye’s 13.5 (after a decade-long hiatus)

Figured it’s about time I shared my tank story with everyone (thanks to the Red Sea giveaway ;)) After being out of the hobby for almost 10 years, working 100% from home due to Covid - aka staring at empty space in my basement and wanting to... “decorate” it with something - finally pushed me...

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[codymichae1]

Reef2Reef has teamed up with Red Sea to give you the opportunity to take home a complete Red Sea system FOR FREE!! We have 31 different challenges for you to complete, and each one brings you closer to victory! You don't have to complete every challenge to enter but the more you do complete the more chances you have of winning.

• Official Entry: (required to enter) Subscribe to our 31 Days of Red Sea Contest mailing list. CLICK HERE! Then make a post in this thread telling us you're subscribed. This is your first entry!

GET MORE ENTRIES EACH DAY!! Each day we have a different challenge for you to add up entries for more chances to win the Red Sea system! We've created a calendar of these entry challenges below, but you will also receive an email each day reminding you to get your entry in! Once you've completed the daily entry challenge, be sure to come back and make a post in this thread so we can count your entry. You don't have to complete these challenges to enter but the more you complete the higher your chances are of winning!

Your Calendar of Entry Challenges:
Don't forget to post in this thread every time you complete a challenge.

July 1 - Post a link to your build thread. (If you don't have a build thread, you can start one HERE.)

July 2 - Share this contest on any social media platform of your choice (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

July 3 - Post a FTS (full tank shot) photo of your aquarium in our Friday FTS photo thread.

July 4 - HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY!! Start a new thread in any of our general forums (not marketplace, local, or sponsor forums) about any reefing topic you'd like. Not sure how to start a thread? We're glad you asked. CLICK HERE!

July 5 - Tag a member of Reef2Reef that you are super thankful for! You do that by add the @ symbol in front of their user name. So for revhtree it would be the @ then revhtree. It would look like this once complete: @revhtree

July 6 - Update your build thread! (If you don't have a build thread, you can start one HERE.)

July 7 - Be part of a conversation by commenting (make a post) in any thread in any of our general forums (not marketplace, local, or sponsor forums).

July 8 - Post a fun animated GIF in this thread! Don't know what that is? Look HERE!

July 9 - Make a post in our "Reefers Doing Good" thread telling us about something good you are doing or something you know another reefer is doing to help others (could be anything positive...doesn't have to be reef related).

July 10 - Share this contest on any social media platform of your choice (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

July 11 - Check out the Red Sea website and tell us what product you like most and why. CLICK HERE!

July 12 - Start a poll about any reefing topic of interest to you. Not sure how to start a poll on Reef2Reef? Well, we've got a tutorial that will be helpful. CLICK HERE!

July 13 - Update your build thread! (If you don't have a build thread, you can start one HERE.)

July 14 - Check out our Site Supporters perks and tell us what your favorite perk is for site supporters (or post an idea for a new perk). CLICK HERE!

July 15 - Make a comment and share the link in any question of the day. CLICK HERE to find them!

July 16 - Upload a photo to the R2R media gallery and link back to it. CLICK HERE!

July 17 - Check out the "members" page and post something new you found out about. CLICK HERE!

July 18 - Get your "Build Thread Contributor" badge! CLICK HERE to see how!!

July 19 - Check out the "Trending" page and make a post in one of the trending topics. CLICK HERE!

July 20 - Update your build thread! (If you don't have a build thread, you can start one HERE.)

July 21 - Follow R2R on Instagram.

July 22 - Like R2R on Facebook.

July 23 - Tell us who your favorite Reef2Reef sponsor is and tag them in a post in this thread. Here is a list: CLICK HERE for SPONSORS!

July 24 - Post a FTS (full tank shot) poto in our 2020 FTS pics thread. CLICK HERE!

July 25 - Subscribe to the R2R Youtube Channel! CLICK HERE!

July 26 - Share this contest on any social media platform of your choice (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, etc.)

July 27 - Update your build thread! (If you don't have a build thread, you can start one HERE.)

July 28 - Comment in someone else's build thread. You can find most build threads HERE.

July 29 - Start a new thread in any of our general forums (not marketplace, local, or sponsor forums) about any reefing topic you'd like. Not sure how to start a thread? We're glad you asked. CLICK HERE!

July 30 - Nominate someone's build thread (tank) for the Reef Of The Day! Post a link to their build thread in this thread. You can find most build threads HERE.

July 31 - Post a FTS (full tank shot) photo of your aquarium in our Friday FTS photo thread.


Entries will be accepted through July 31st. We will choose the winner via a random number generator. The winner will have his or her username tagged. We will not email or contact the winner other than tagging the winning name. Be sure to check back to claim your prize. If it is not claimed within 3 days we will do a re-pick and so on until the prize is claimed.

One Red Sea Grand Prize Valued at $2000+

Reefer 170 ($1100 value)

Spoiler: Learn more about the Red Sea Reefer 170

Red Sea’s REEFER series of reef systems provide advanced hobbyists with a solid foundation for building a fully featured reef or marine aquarium.

The REEFER series combines a contemporary, rimless, ultra-clear glass aquarium with a stylish cabinet and a comprehensive water management system including a professional refugium ready sump with integrated automatic top-up and Red Sea’s unique silent down-flow system.

The REEFER series is designed for ease of operation while enabling the advanced hobbyist to install an unlimited choice of lighting, filtration, circulation, and controllers to create a uniquely customized system.

Features include:

• Rimless, ultra-clear, beveled edge glass aquarium
• Elegant, marine-spec, laminated, plywood cabinet with adjustable feet
• Assembly-ready piping – no gluing required
• Professional refugium ready sump with adjustable height skimmer chamber *
• Silent, regulated down-flow system with emergency overflow
• Integrated automatic top-up system with reservoir
• RO liter reservoir that can be slid aside when necessary for pump maintenance. (not for 3XL900)
• 50cm (20″) wide x 60cm (24″) long/170 liter (34gal) capacity

RSK-300 Skimmer ($300 value)

Spoiler: Learn more about the RSK-300 Skimmer

Red Sea's high-performance REEF-SPEC® Skimmers feature a combination of PSK pumps with proportionally sized venturi, bubble diffuser and reaction body that optimizes air-water contact time for steady waste removal.

ReefLED 90 ($350 value)

Spoiler: Learn more about the ReefLED 90

Years of research and testing are behind Red Sea’s ReefLED™ smart reef lighting system. These lights have been designed to ensure optimal coral growth and dramatic coloration, while creating a gentle shimmer throughout the aquarium.

The ReefLED lights are guaranteed to be reef-safe and REEF-SPEC® and are very easy to set up.

The built-in wi-fi connects them directly to the internet, enabling you to control them from your smartphone using Red Sea’s ReefBeat® smart aquarium app.



Learn more HERE!

ReefWave 25 ($269 value)

Spoiler: Learn more about the ReefWave 25

Based on Gyre patented, cross-flow technology, ReefWave® smart pumps are nearly silent, smart, powerful and easy to maintain.

The ReefWave provides an optimal REEF-SPEC® water flow for corals in a wide range of reefscapes, regardless of its position in your aquarium.

The combination of an advanced, smooth running and energy efficient sine-wave motor drive, with superior vibration damping mounts and dual bearings on all models, make ReefWave a nearly silent pulsing wave pump.

You can control each ReefWave pump locally through its own dedicated controller or remotely via the built-in Wi-Fi that connects easily to Red Sea’s ReefBeat app.

Thank you everyone for joining the fun, and a big thanks to Red Sea for such a wonderful prize!

Subscribed!

 

[Ippyroy]

Build Thread updated!

Build Thread - My Foray Into Reefing In The Mountains

This is my first time maintaining a reef tank. I live in West Yellowstone, Montana. From December thru March I am lucky to see temperatures above freezing. 40 below zero and colder are rather common so having something that reminds me of warmer places is great, hence a reef tank. I loved...

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[DavidJTawil]

Subscribed

 

[RobB'z Reef]

Build thread update

Large Build - Rob's Really Rad 180 Reef Rally

Not too much going on lately. Been slowly filling my two 65 gal tanks with rodi water. No leaks! I have to travel for work next week and will be gone for two weeks, so I'm waiting till I return and then I'll be ordering my live rock from KP in Florida to get them cycling. Took advantage of...

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[dbowman5]

build thread updated.

 

[Jenncheeto]

Subscribed

 

[boacvh]

Build thread updated

 

[TruckerTami]

@revhtree and so many others make this site awesome! Thanks for everything you do!

 

[saltysailor]

Bonus #4 @brandon429

 

[saltysailor]

Build Thread - Build Thread

This is my 35 gal 130D Red Sea tank that I bought off craigslist. Stay tuned for updates! Trying to figure out the hardware as it came w no hood! A snag for $250 imo.

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Bonus #6