[dreams]

is there such a thing?

I have a 40 high & am finding that my options are pretty limited....i have also heard that the larger the tank, the easier to maintain

i was looking a 75 bow-front, but even that seeks to limit my options.....is there a size that optimizes choices, but isn't monstrous in size?

thanks!

[optical]

it all depends on what you are willing to spend. it is true that the bigger the tank, the less likely variables such as temp/no2/no3... will affect the water, however its more expensive to fill with rock and coral, not to mention your water changes will be a bit of a project. i have a 90gal. with a 30gal sump. its eazy maintanence-i already i want a 250gal. but its so flippin expensive. there is no perfect tank size...its whatever YOU like, ya know.

id suggest this...go with the 40 for a while and see how you like the hobby before you go all out and get a monster, only to find out that its too much work and money.

[dreams]

thanks for your input, optical

years ago we had a 55 fish only tank....that was okay, but that was more my hubby's thing...personally, i found it a bit much....watching him feed the live fish to even bigger fish

this one was intended to be fish only, but as i started reading & researching, the reef thing reminded me of my garden (i am an avid gardener)

so, the tank turned into a my thing....so far, i am in love w/ the whole process....although, just like w/ my flowers, it can be a little stressful at times

as far as cost...yep, a big consideration....but, one thing abut this hobby, taking your time pays off in more ways than one