[LaurentSeattle]

Hi ReefMack,

I am using the solution tests that come with the Red Sea Starter Kit. "Pro" stuff, they say... To stay on the safe side, a little while ago, I tested my tap water - no nitrites, just a bit of nitrates - and my RO/DI water - no nitrites, no nitrates at all. Sounds logical. Thanks for the continuous advice!


I went again to LiveAquaria.com, clicked every possible link, and finally found that they do recommend a weekly 50% water change during and after cycling... Considering all advices posted here by more experienced reefers, I will wait for a while and see how things do evolve with time.

Other notes:

- Skimmer is now working overtime... producing a LOT of stinky stuff.

- Microbubbles are back.

- Pods: Here and there. Just a handful of them.

- Turkey "blasting" the rocks produce less and less 'cr*p' in the water. Healthier rocks, hopefully..

Thanks all.