New Reef Tank Build for Winter 2015

[csmolins89]

So after having a Biocube 29g for a few months now I have been itching to get a more permanent tank solution that is bigger and will allow me a greater bioload and fish selection than I have now. I am looking for suggestions on some equipment as I have never done a full setup before with a sump. I am also looking for items that would play well with the Apex as I plan in the future to purchase one. Here's what I have so far :

Tank : Cadlights 68 Gallon Versa Series w/ Sump and Stand
Lights : Leaning towards Radion XR30w not sure if the spread will be enough for that tank however.
Protein Skimmer: Not a clue
Filtration : BRS dual reactor for carbon and GFO
Return pump : was planning on keeping the same return pump that came stock but would be open to suggestions for an upgrade.
Refugium light : No clue on that either.

I guess I am more worried about the tank. I haven't been able to find many reviews on it or forum posts about them. I know they are newer so that may be why. If anyone has any suggestions I would greatly appreciate the feedback. Thanks!

 

[csmolins89]

Anyone?

 

[Reef noob_]

Cadlights tanks are fine, going to better than any standard glass tank.

If you do want to go with a radion you'd likely need two minimum, most likely three to get a good spread. IMO you just can't beat a geisman MH/T5 combo on any tank.

For skimmers most people go with a reef octopus but a vertex would be a slightly higher end option. If you just want a very basic skimmer go with an eshopps.

I use a jebao DC return and am loving it, if you need an upgrade I'd recommend this.

for a fuge light id go with maybe a 150 watt MH pendant but i'm not sure how big the fige is. If it's pretty small just use the coralife T5 : http://ebay.to/1MGYV88

I'll be subbing to this thread to help along, Also It'd be a good idea to start a dedicated build thread for your tank. Good luck!