i do like the build threads however only if they are SPS relevant. I am seeing lots of mixed reefs in here. One thing that really bothers me is when people keep putting macro of LPS and zoos in threads in here. Even the sticky all SPS tanks (or whatever its called) i dont think there is even 1 tank in there with 100% SPS. I have not posted a pic in that thread as i have 4 LPS and 3 clams in my tank which makes it no longer a SPS only tank.
Why so many build threads in the SPS forum?
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Lps157
New member
Glad I moved my thread to RD before this came.
I think the build threads in this forum are very pertinent. If someone is building a tank that they want to be sps dominate, then it would seem that this forum would be the best place to share their build and gain information from their peers that have these amazing sps tanks. If one posts their build for instance in RD or DIY section they seem to get a much more broad selection of feedback, rather than the more direct info they might be looking for from those that have tanks from which the person is trying to replicate.
If you don't wish to share your knowledge, or in someones excitement over their new sps based tank, then why bother sharing pics of your new acro with us either.
I think the build threads in this forum are very pertinent. If someone is building a tank that they want to be sps dominate, then it would seem that this forum would be the best place to share their build and gain information from their peers that have these amazing sps tanks. If one posts their build for instance in RD or DIY section they seem to get a much more broad selection of feedback, rather than the more direct info they might be looking for from those that have tanks from which the person is trying to replicate.
If you don't wish to share your knowledge, or in someones excitement over their new sps based tank, then why bother sharing pics of your new acro with us either.
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happysak
New member
+1, Denadai, great point and fantastic tank build btw. I just don't understand how build threads (like reef in sky, sonny's reef, Denadai build, RBG reef, Bonsai aquascape) are less related to SPS keeping, then threads "let me see or look at my kiwi-piwi-banana-lime-cr@pcake-super-duper-spiderman 1/4 inch acropora piece"?
Cheers, Roman
aquaph8
Love The Fish
Well said. Now that I think about it I have learned a lot more from build threads than anything else. Most of the other posts consist of look at what ORA just released. What are you guys that are against build threads in this forum looking for as far as content? Im just curious, please be specific.
Bigmike
New member
Its funny, all the people that are opposed to the 'build threads' are veterans in the hobby, with established tanks and beautiful colonies of coral. Build threads specific to SPS are all Ive seen in this forum. How are SPS tank builds not SPS related? If someone is proposing a build for an SPS tank, feedback on flow, substrate, fish selection, aquascape, equipment, etc etc. is all very pertinent to SPS addicts like ourselves :spin1:
Seems like some people are splitting hairs here. Just because they dont have SPS corals YET, doesnt make their build thread any less viable as SPS related.
Idk, just because you have LPS on your sandbed doesnt makes the 50 SPS colonies less SPS-ish right?
The title of this forum isnt "SPS only tanks"... nor is it "Only SPS, not the tanks theyre in" forum.
Its "A forum for people who are obsessed with keeping SPS corals." That seems to be all of us, and ALL of the build threads.
Seems like some people are splitting hairs here. Just because they dont have SPS corals YET, doesnt make their build thread any less viable as SPS related.
Idk, just because you have LPS on your sandbed doesnt makes the 50 SPS colonies less SPS-ish right?
The title of this forum isnt "SPS only tanks"... nor is it "Only SPS, not the tanks theyre in" forum.
Its "A forum for people who are obsessed with keeping SPS corals." That seems to be all of us, and ALL of the build threads.
sahin
Ultimate Reefer
I don't mind build threads here, I actually enjoy them.
I generally agree with the above.
The SPS forum is generally described as "A forum for people who are obsessed with keeping SPS corals." To me, that encompasses all aspects of SPS corals. The equipment, the knowledge, the experiance etc etc.
I love build threads. Particulary from those whom I know have had beautiful reef tanks in the past. Such build threads allow me to see how one comes to achieve such beautiful and healthy systems. The planning, setting up, equipment and final execution of the whole system provides this info. Yes, its good to see the end result (a beautiful photo of an SPS reef), but I want to see all the ALL aspects of the SPS OBSESSION.
And that leads to such build threads location...its fine being here in the SPS forum. For me the SPS forum would be dead and boring if it were not for the build threads.
Look at it this way; when someone posts a thread showing a beautiful SPS reef tank on the SPS forum, I'm sure most poeple ask questions such as:
1. What lighting do you use?
2. Tube tubes/bulb do you use?
3. What skimmer do you have?
4. Can you please show me a photo of your sump?
5. How do you have this and that setup?
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101...ETC
A build thread usually has most of that info. A build thread for an SPS based reef system has its place here in the SPS forum. Technology is always changing, and it is good to see the what goes behind all those colourful and healthy SPS corals in that persons tank.
Yes, build threads can go elsewhere, but I'd like it here where I can click on a thread and know that on the whole I get to see another persons equipment and effort in putting together an SPS reef.
I've been a member here since 2002 and have seen the site evolve and grow to what it is today. I dont object to build threads being here as long as the system is dedicated to a mainly SPS reef system. Nothing wrong with that. :thumbsup:
igot2gats
Deeeetroit Basketball!
No offense to the poster, but I'm not a fan of "if you don't like, don't read/look" theory.
If you're not a fan of builds, the multiple build thread links are more stuff you have to scroll through when you're looking for all other SPS related info.
I don't think there needs to be a "build thread forum." Why not just put a sticky in each forum for the builds relating to that forum?
If you're not a fan of builds, the multiple build thread links are more stuff you have to scroll through when you're looking for all other SPS related info.
I don't think there needs to be a "build thread forum." Why not just put a sticky in each forum for the builds relating to that forum?
sahin
Ultimate Reefer
I appreciate that you took the time to read the thread still and make a contribution to it and recognising another view. That is noble.
Allmost
New member
I enjoy the build threads and learn alot from them.
I think it makes sense to have SPS build threads here, cause some reef tanks are designed specifically to house SPS corals, and as we all know, SPS keeping is not just about flow, or just lighting, its combination of it all.
so it is showing new ppl, as well as others how all those aspects go hand in hand to have a successful SPS reef tank
but at the end, everyone has a very valid point
I think it makes sense to have SPS build threads here, cause some reef tanks are designed specifically to house SPS corals, and as we all know, SPS keeping is not just about flow, or just lighting, its combination of it all
.so it is showing new ppl, as well as others how all those aspects go hand in hand to have a successful SPS reef tank
but at the end, everyone has a very valid point
Bigmike
New member
but at the end, everyone has a very valid point
+1
This is the most constructive and respectful arguing Ive ever read on RC :lmao:
sahin
Ultimate Reefer
We are probably a bit more mature, intelligent and respectful bunch here in the SPS forum. :lol2:
fcmatt
Member
i am in agreement with the OP on thinking that build threads really should not
be in this forum. A person could post their build thread in the correct area then
take the best bits and pieces here for showing off the directly related SPS
material. I really do not want to wade through a page of the best overflow design
or how a cabinet was built.
basically i do not even open the build threads anymore in this area and I have no
wish to wade through 7-10 pages of it to get a few choice paragraphs of info directly
related to SPS.
But them being here does not ruin it for me. I just open what seems interesting.
be in this forum. A person could post their build thread in the correct area then
take the best bits and pieces here for showing off the directly related SPS
material. I really do not want to wade through a page of the best overflow design
or how a cabinet was built.
basically i do not even open the build threads anymore in this area and I have no
wish to wade through 7-10 pages of it to get a few choice paragraphs of info directly
related to SPS.
But them being here does not ruin it for me. I just open what seems interesting.
you are missing the point, i am happy to see tanks with the odd LPS in there but not when the thread calls for only SPS tanks.
here is the thread i am referring
http://www.reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=1497916
IMO if you have one non SPS coral in your tank thank it is not a pure or 100% SPS tank. I guess it is simple maths logic i am using.
there was another thread the other day with show your SPS under LED, one poster put 5 SPS pics up than 20+ pics of zoos! how is that SPS related.
There should not be macro shots of LPS, zoos etc in this forum, keep them to the related forum IMO
MammothReefer
Active member
I gotta disagree. I come to the SPS forum for all things sps. From troubleshooting issues, id, checking out photos, general discussion, to wanting to check out other peoples sps dominated reef tanks be it a build thread or just photos of peoples sps dominated tanks. I even don't mind the equipment chatter. SPS is a pivotal species in a tank. Which means to me it has a lot of specific requirements that don't related to other aspects of reef keeping. Any chatter related to keeping sps is A OK with me.
I don't mind being inspired by others tanks.
edit: Like I said before since SPS is a pivotal species in our tanks I also don't mind mixed reefs. If you can keep SPS you can keep the rest, but not the other way around. So even if somebody has a fair amount of other corals in the tank. It's the SPS that requires the extra attention and efforts which is why it gets posted here.
I don't mind being inspired by others tanks.
edit: Like I said before since SPS is a pivotal species in our tanks I also don't mind mixed reefs. If you can keep SPS you can keep the rest, but not the other way around. So even if somebody has a fair amount of other corals in the tank. It's the SPS that requires the extra attention and efforts which is why it gets posted here.
Mike de Leon
New member
Congrats on getting all these responses! Good work!
I prefer "experienced" :beer:
