Sustainable Reef in San Jose

[thysrof]

This might be a fun place for the club to visit.

http://www.sustainablereefs.com/?q=contact

 

[Grant W]

Hey Bob, I checked out the site and I like their concept But everything I saw on their website was from '09 so we might want to give them a call to see if in fact they are still in business and what their current stock is like. I do like the idea of a visit to the south thou.

 

[northbay-reefer]

I met the owner several years ago and I also like the concept, if they are open and we have time on our Bay area trip we can always drop by. I have a feeling after three stores we will be pretty worned out

 

[Reef Bass]

I see Grant's point about the announcements from '09. There are however also blog entries from 2010, the latest of which is dated from November, so that's only 6-8 weeks old.

Tom, after three stores I'm more concerned about my BUDGET being worn out!

 

[northbay-reefer]

I see Grant's point about the announcements from '09. There are however also blog entries from 2010, the latest of which is dated from November, so that's only 6-8 weeks old.

Tom, after three stores I'm more concerned about my BUDGET being worn out!

In another word sustainable reef is not sustainable? I hope it will work out though.

 

[Radar1]

I would say check it out. Its worth a visit.

 

[northbay-reefer]

Sustainable reef has some nice stuff, we should check it out.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/for/2154248470.html

 

[ScarabRa]

So when is the tank tour? Bump!!

 

[Grant W]

Thats a pretty old post scarabra. Do you know of the company in question, as in, their current status? Appreciate any info. Thx

 

[thysrof]

So old I Forgot I started the Thread!

 

[Radar1]

what company?

 

[Grant W]

Sustainable reefs Radar1

 

[AMAYEU]

Been there once. Picked up 2 chalices a year ago. Great concept.

 

[Grant W]

Are they still around Mike? Would they be worth a stop someday?

 

[Tim_r95]

according to their facebook page they are open. a post from earlier today is on here. http://www.facebook.com/Sustainablereefs
They seem to have some really nice stuff too.

 

[AMAYEU]

Are they still around Mike? Would they be worth a stop someday?

Looks like it... their website states some recent shipments were received.

Goto
http://www.sustainablereefs.com/?q=node/1

On the left side of the website you will see:
BLOG: Shipments & Announcements
* Acan Teaser 1st week of April!

The shop is small and you can pics here:
http://www.sustainablereefs.com/?q=node/2

They had a display tank, 1 frag tank, and fish holding tank. Granted this was a year ago, so I do not know much other than looking at the pictures.

The store owner, Will, was very nice. The concept is great. The prices were a little more than normal due to the concept of sustainable/aquaculture corals. Its like paying a little more to buy organic foods.

I picked up a 2 chalices. 1) No name baby blue with pink eyes 2) Miami Hurricane. They were $10 per eye at the time.

I suggest calling before going as the store hours are out of your normal business hours. In addition, ask to see what is in stock prior to going. Lastly, ask about parking. I believe you can park in the restricted lot behind the store, but its a tow a way area. Its best to ask the owner.

Its a long drive for the club members for a small store, and best to do a LFS tour. Neptunes is also about 10-15 minutes away.

Hope that helps.

 

[northbay-reefer]

I haven't been to Neptune in a while too ... hmmm time to take my new Porsche for a drive

 

[Grant W]

Good thing its a station wagon we can all go with you.

 

[Tim_r95]

Do you guys know Angel Fragoza? In benicia.

 

[woodnaquanut]

Some folks on BAR have just mentioned Sustainable Reef. It's still in business. They have really odd hours;
7PM-10PM Mon-Sat
12 Noon-7pm Sunday - by special appointment.

Perhaps they are mostly internet sales? I'm asking my BAR connections now.