Hey everyone, my name is Randy and I will be moving to Pasadena very soon. I will be setting up my first saltwater tank after getting into the hobby through freshwater tanks this past year with my college roommate. I plan on setting up a 20g long nano reef system (that will likely start as a FOWLR with t5 ho lighting and a aquaclear DIY refug). I am trying to learn quickly and am currently trying to plan out a cleaning crew for the tank once cycling is complete. Suggestions for a crew, livestock, cycling, and even the best kind of top for the tank would be greatly appreciated.
My biggest need is finding good local stores! I am searching without much luck (difficult to sift through google results and mixed/old reviews). I am in need of a couple quality stores that are fairly close to Pasadena and offer reasonably priced supplies/livestock (I will need live rock, everything else is order). In addition I don't mind an occasional drive to a very awesome/high end saltwater shop somewhere further away in the city. All input is greatly appreciated and it is nice to meet you all!
My biggest need is finding good local stores! I am searching without much luck (difficult to sift through google results and mixed/old reviews). I am in need of a couple quality stores that are fairly close to Pasadena and offer reasonably priced supplies/livestock (I will need live rock, everything else is order). In addition I don't mind an occasional drive to a very awesome/high end saltwater shop somewhere further away in the city. All input is greatly appreciated and it is nice to meet you all!
