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Unread 02/07/2009, 03:11 PM   #1
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Melev's Roadtrip

I'm driving to Arizona, probably on Friday the 13th if I can get everything done that needs doing. Here is the route of my trip.



I thought it would be fun to make the trip more interesting, and perhaps visit a few reef tanks along the way. I'd really like to see npaden's tank in Lubbuck, for example. Perhaps someone in El Paso has a nice tank, and another in Tucson. Anyone in Flagstaff or Albuquerque?

Even more fun is if I can get the technology to cooperate. I'll have my laptop, and Starbucks offers WiFi. If I could post up a couple of images from my travels as I stop, this thread could be a blast.

So if you know of a good tank and it is reasonably close to this route, please let me know. I won't be staying long at each location, but I will be taking pictures to remember each visit.

Nothing is set in stone, and updates will be made to this thread as plans firm up.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 03:33 PM   #2
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How cool! I can't wait to see any pics.
Oh do I wish I had a tank.
*tries to beam up a tank to my home*

Have fun! I'll be watching this thread.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 03:36 PM   #3
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what's the purpose of the trip, fun or business? Oh, wait...that's the same thing for you right!


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Unread 02/07/2009, 03:41 PM   #4
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The primary reason for the trip is to visit family in Arizona.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 04:12 PM   #5
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cool. I sure wish you could post (or maybe you have) and article detailing how you prepare for being away from your tank for extended periods.

I am going to be in the hospital next week and have very limited mobility for the month following so with the help of my son, I am trying to get ready:

1. Changing out carbon and GFO;

2. Cleaning skimmer;

3. Water change, make new water;

4. boosting alkalinity;

5. cleaning glass;

6. trying to move stuff that may cause a problem, and in some sense deal with HA. I am probably going to initiate a 1 hour nap in the light cycle for the entire time I am recovering, just to slow algal growth.

What else do you do when you leave on a trip?


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Unread 02/07/2009, 04:38 PM   #6
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Sounds like this could be a blast Marc, will subscribe right now!


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Unread 02/07/2009, 05:12 PM   #7
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Melev, if you are still around Phoenix (scottsdale) by the 21 st, we have a reef club meeting, would be cool for you to show up, some members here in the valley have some insane tanks!

Also im sure if you ask our members on our forum some will be happy to show their aquariums. Below is a link to FRAG (Fish & Reef Aquarium Group)

http://reefcentral.com/forums/forumd...s=&forumid=228


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Unread 02/07/2009, 05:17 PM   #8
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Wow Marc - that's a LOT of driving. Have you made that trip before?

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Unread 02/07/2009, 05:24 PM   #9
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Melev, i have a 300 reef display, 150 sump, and 75 fuge with sea horses. I would love if you came by to check it out. I am located on the scottsdale/tempe boarder. If you would like to come by, please PM me.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 05:27 PM   #10
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So cool...I dream of doing a US tank tour.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 05:48 PM   #11
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Have a safe and sane trip!




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Unread 02/07/2009, 07:40 PM   #12
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I've driven that loop! It is more scenic but slower on the northern leg. I want to say it took about 15 hours from Abilene, TX to Phoenix, AZ. But it was a looong time ago.

We'd love to have you stop in to see our setup. (you can't miss the scooter motor canopy tank, right?) I am right outside of Phoenix.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 07:49 PM   #13
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That sounds like a cool idea. Can't wait to see the pics!


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Unread 02/07/2009, 08:15 PM   #14
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Lubbock would add about 3 hours to your trip based on that route or you would have to drive about 400 miles on back roads through Snyder, then Lubbock, Clovis, etc.

Since my son was born the tank has pretty much been on autopilot and really isn't much compared to it's glory days. Just a few soft corals and some fish. About the only thing even remotely worth seeing would be my 16" gigas clam.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 08:26 PM   #15
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Quote:
Originally posted by aztbs
I've driven that loop! It is more scenic but slower on the northern leg. I want to say it took about 15 hours from Abilene, TX to Phoenix, AZ. But it was a looong time ago.

We'd love to have you stop in to see our setup. (you can't miss the scooter motor canopy tank, right?) I am right outside of Phoenix.
I'm glad to see you chime in Tiff

This is a must see tank/setup in the Phoenix area Marc


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Unread 02/07/2009, 08:55 PM   #16
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plan on visiting any LFS's???


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Unread 02/07/2009, 09:31 PM   #17
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I am subscribed!!! Can't wait for some pics.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 09:57 PM   #18
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I am thinking that your family is in prescott? I would suggest taking the back way up to prescott from phx. Take the 60 west to wickenburg, then north thru the mountains up to prescott. It's so much better then taking I-17 north out of phx. Plus that would take you right by my tank


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Unread 02/07/2009, 10:39 PM   #19
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hi marc, you are welcome to come by if you like, I have a 300g mixed reef, the equipment room is 50' away from the display to a room off my garage, also have a vfd powered closed loop that's rather interesting, would enjoy meeting you as well, I'm in Scottsdale just off the 101


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Unread 02/07/2009, 11:03 PM   #20
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Im nowhere near the route but I think this could be an awesome thread, Hope plenty of people chime in and you get some great shots. Im ready for great trip with out all the frustration of the slow cars clogging up the fast lane....thanks melev.


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Unread 02/07/2009, 11:49 PM   #21
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Wow, maybe you should stop off in N. Dakota while you're at it. That's a heck of a trek. What are the total miles?


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Unread 02/07/2009, 11:54 PM   #22
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I see your going close to tinidad... No surgeries planned I hope




You should hang a right at Albuquerque, drive north past Durango to Grand Junction and I'll meet you there!

Probably don't want that extra 17 hours of driving though


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Unread 02/08/2009, 12:00 AM   #23
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Man, we got to have a Reef Get-together in Rifle!


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Unread 02/08/2009, 12:05 AM   #24
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Marc - I've been on those roads several times over the years. If you have some extra time right off the highway is the painted dessert, petrified forest, meteor crater, and tombstone (all in AZ). If you got an extra day, go up to the grand canyon.


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Unread 02/08/2009, 12:08 AM   #25
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Man, we got to have a Reef Get-together in Rifle!
That would be a blast! It's about twice as big as it was when you were here. We actually have main-stream stores and restaurants now... But only a few!


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