Next Nano-Reef Contest - Criteria Poll

[CD_Scapes]

4 hours ago, seabass said:

All tanks which qualify will need to be dry before they begin.  This will be validated by taking a picture of your entry with a specific object (to be disclosed later) placed inside.  The announcement will outline all the contest's requirements (and will be fairly strictly adhered to).

Will save matter this time? Will mine be too small to work with for the contest?

[NoOneLikesADryTang]

15 minutes ago, CD_Scapes said:

Will save matter this time? Will mine be too small to work with for the contest?

I’m sure you’ll know soon enough, once they announce the contest, and it’s parameters. I don’t think that Seabass or CM will say whether it qualifies or not, until the contest is officially announced. 

[seabass]

It won't be very long before it's officially announced.  I'm really not at liberty to reveal the details just yet, but stay tuned.  CD_Scapes, thanks, I recognize that it was your post that got the ball rolling this time around.  It just happened to morph into its current form; I hope you can appreciate that.

 

Most of us already have one or more running aquariums; so these contests often encourage people to start yet another (hopefully different) system.  In terms of reef keeping, we usually try to make it possible to keep the costs relatively small, in the hopes that more people can participate.

 

Sometimes we do these contests to push the limits, sometimes it's to encourage innovation, and sometimes it's to get back to the roots of reef keeping; but it's always for the fun, comradery, and seeing what others ultimately create.  The vision and creativity of our members never ceases to impress me.

[Xj reefing]

Looking forward to the announcement  

[CD_Scapes]

6 hours ago, seabass said:

It won't be very long before it's officially announced.  I'm really not at liberty to reveal the details just yet, but stay tuned.  CD_Scapes, thanks, I recognize that it was your post that got the ball rolling this time around.  It just happened to morph into its current form; I hope you can appreciate that.

 

Most of us already have one or more running aquariums; so these contests often encourage people to start yet another (hopefully different) system.  In terms of reef keeping, we usually try to make it possible to keep the costs relatively small, in the hopes that more people can participate.

 

Sometimes we do these contests to push the limits, sometimes it's to encourage innovation, and sometimes it's to get back to the roots of reef keeping; but it's always for the fun, comradery, and seeing what others ultimately create.  The vision and creativity of our members never ceases to impress me.

Yah it’s all good, I’m too busy with college to try and manage a contest 😂. I might participate but that’s about it 

[NoOneLikesADryTang]

[seabass]

This is also an very obscure clue.  I'll explain the reference after the announcement (which might still be sometime this week).

[banasophia]

NPS??? Tanks to be lit by candlelight? That would be an interesting challenge! 😁

 

Mentor/mentee tank partnerships? 🤗

[seabass]

4 minutes ago, banasophia said:

NPS?

That would be an interesting challenge.  I could totally see Nano-Reef doing that someday.

[banasophia]

37 minutes ago, seabass said:

That would be an interesting challenge.  I could totally see Nano-Reef doing that someday.

I already have the tank planned out - hope it happens someday! Not this year though… with my major splurge on the Aquaspin I will be hard pressed to get another expenditure like an expensive new tank authorized. 😬😬😬

[NoOneLikesADryTang]

Ok Nano-Reef sleuths… It’s time to decipher Seabass’ subtle clue. 
 

I think it’s from the tv show Kung Fu.  
 

Obviously there are candles. 
 

Shaolin Monks? 

[ef4life]

Kung fu - karate kid - bonsai tree

[seabass]

2 hours ago, NoOneLikesADryTang said:

I think it’s from the tv show Kung Fu.  

Ding, ding, ding.  You're part way there.

[CD_Scapes]

1 hour ago, seabass said:

Ding, ding, ding.  You're part way there.

so like zen or the ideology of Feng shui?

[NoOneLikesADryTang]

 

[The Rainy Day Aquarium]

[The Rainy Day Aquarium]

After I use said pico reef ninjitsu

[Ratvan]

Isn't that the wisdom and patience episode? Growth contest?

[seabass]

Haha, you guys are so close.  The official notice goes out tomorrow.

[Ratvan]

kung pao montipora palawanensis growth contest 😂

[NoOneLikesADryTang]

30 minutes ago, seabass said:

Haha, you guys are so close.  The official notice goes out tomorrow.

Soooooo… What time should I set my alarm for?

 

18 minutes ago, Ratvan said:

kung pao montipora palawanensis growth contest 😂

Or Jason Fox Kung Fu Fighters zoa!

[seabass]

15 minutes ago, NoOneLikesADryTang said:

What time should I set my alarm for?

Just in case there are questions, I'll probably wait to post it until around 9AM CDT.  That way I'll be better able to answer questions (in a sort of, relatively prompt manner).  We won't be starting just yet, but all the details will be laid out for you.

[NoOneLikesADryTang]

2 minutes ago, seabass said:

Just in case there are questions, I'll probably wait to post it until around 9AM CDT.  That way I'll be better able to answer questions (in a sort of, relatively prompt manner).  We won't be starting just yet, but all the details will be laid out for you.

Perfect. Nice and early for those of us on the west coast! 
 

Can’t wait to start planning my Kung Fu/Survivor/Bracket Buster/Grow Out/Dolly Parton Competition tank!

[seabass]

1 minute ago, NoOneLikesADryTang said:

Can’t wait to start planning my Kung Fu/Survivor/Bracket Buster/Grow Out/Dolly Parton Competition tank!

Can't get anything past you.

[NoOneLikesADryTang]

Just now, seabass said:

Can't get anything past you.

Just got to cover all my bases! Did I miss any? 🙃