Haitian Live Rock Group Buy - the sequel

mskohl · #1 06/21/2007, 12:29 PM

Last year we had the opportunity to purchase some Live Rock imported from Haiti. Some were skeptical, and some were willing to take the risk. We were all pleasently surprised. The rock was great. Since then, we've had many requests for another group buy. We've recently gotten word that it is available again at a great price.

The rock is $2.00/lb plus $5/box charge delivered and arrives in boxes containing approx. 50lbs. So, if you want one box (50 pounds) it'll cost $105.00.

Pictures and ordering info are available here:

http://forum.mycomas.com/showthread.php?t=283

pwhitby · #2 06/21/2007, 01:21 PM

For everyone considering buying rock: This rock need to be cured and that means you need to have some things ready before it arrives.

You will need a container large enough to hold all the rock and you will need sufficient water to cover it. You will need a heater and a powerhead to keep the water warm and moving.

When your rock arrives, check it over thoroughly for anything that looks dead or dying. The more you remove now, the quicker it will cure. Big heavy growths of sponges should be removed as well as any plant life you dont want to keep.

Make sure you have water in a container at tank temp, or approx tank temp and that it is circulating. Personally, I make fresh water, do a tank water change and use the old water to cure the rock. For 50lbs, need approx 30g. 100lbs, 50g.

Drop the rock in the container and make sure the powerhead circulates water from top to bottom of the system. You do not want any dead spots in the circulation. For that reason I prefer to use large flat rubbermaid tubs.

Once its all added..........leave it for at least a week. Do a water change using old tank water once again and leave for another week-2 weeks.

Every so often, rotate the rock and smell it. If its stinks, its got a ways to go.

Another water change is good at the 3-4 weeks mark. By then the rock is usually cured. Kep the rock in the dark during this time, unles you like any plant life that may be on it.

To speed things along, if you can circulate water to a separate sump with macro algae in it, that will help the pollution level.

The essentials are................water flow, lots of water, warmth and darkness. Water changes help a great deal.

paul.

pwhitby · #3 06/21/2007, 01:23 PM

Finally,

do not sign up for the rock buy here.
Please goto the sign up list on the COMAS website.

http://forum.mycomas.com/showthread.php?t=283

Thanks.

mskohl · #4 06/22/2007, 04:42 PM

bump

pwhitby · #5 06/23/2007, 11:34 AM

I was just looking at the pictures of the rock we received last time round, it was really nice stuff, lost of corals on it.

http://forum.mycomas.com/showthread.php?t=283

P.

mskohl · #6 06/25/2007, 08:50 AM

^

mskohl · #7 07/06/2007, 11:24 AM

bump again. We're getting close to the deadline.

Little Bitty · #8 07/06/2007, 11:46 AM

What is the deadline?

cirea · #9 07/08/2007, 09:40 PM

Can we pay for rock at the meeting?

mskohl · #10 07/09/2007, 10:03 AM

yes you can. the deadline is the 15th.

thanks

mskohl · #11 07/17/2007, 01:55 PM

I have received money for rock purchase from these people:

Troy Skinner
John Hudson
Jesus Brito
Jason Anderson
Kelly Linton
Aeric Creekmore

If anyone else would like to get in a last minute order, please paypal the club today. I will place the order tomorrow.

here is the email:
COMAS_Membership@yahoo.com

(there's an underscore between COMAS and Membership)
Thanks,
Stephanie

cirea · #12 07/25/2007, 10:40 PM

Just wanted to check and make sure I don't miss anything

mskohl · #13 07/27/2007, 01:03 PM

The people we ordered from are expecting a large delivery of rock tomorrow. Once they unload it and box it, it should be headed this way.

I'll keep you posted.... but you might want to get your tubs and water ready.

janderson8 · #14 07/27/2007, 05:30 PM

So does this mean you are expecting them to arive on Sat or Monday???

janderson8 · #15 07/30/2007, 04:18 PM

Bump

mskohl · #16 07/30/2007, 04:19 PM

I'll let you know when they send me a message that they're ready to ship.

janderson8 · #17 07/30/2007, 04:24 PM

Thanks Again

mskohl · #18 07/31/2007, 11:12 AM

They didnt get the shipment on Saturday. They are now expecting it in on Thursday. I'll keep you posted.

Goose007 · #19 08/08/2007, 05:48 AM

Any word yet?

BTW Bump

captbunzo · #20 08/08/2007, 04:42 PM

Can I get on the list for some rock? Oh wait, just kidding... Or can my wife perhaps bring a box onto the airplane? Hmmnnn.............

matthewnokc · #21 08/08/2007, 05:01 PM

if someone feel like they purchased too much

and wants to split some that they ordered

let me know!

im assuming its too late to place a order

janderson8 · #22 08/10/2007, 05:06 PM

MSKOHL Please check PMs

swamp63 · #23 08/10/2007, 05:18 PM

Any word on the shipment yet?

mskohl · #24 08/10/2007, 08:27 PM

Well, every few days I get an email of when they expect it, but then there's usually a delay. When I have a set arrival time, like a tracking number or something, I'll let you know.

But, please everyone know that I'm in frequent contact with them and they're working on getting the rock here. We are part of a 5000 pound order.

Dtking · #25 08/19/2007, 10:54 PM

BUMP....