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Who cares?
Does this seems like a Male-Majority hobby??
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fwiw-in the two countries i've worked in, in this hobby, the majority of both store owners and hobbyists, seem to be guys.
the most sensible thinking,advanced,least anal,and least gadget crazy reefer i ever met was a woman.(first hobbyist i met who had anemones spawn yearly in her tank)
the most sensible thinking,advanced,least anal,and least gadget crazy reefer i ever met was a woman.(first hobbyist i met who had anemones spawn yearly in her tank)
Dale, it's pronounced ick.
I agree with Lynn, I think the majority of women have way too many things keeping them busy to be able to invest the time needed to keep up a tank, even if it's minimal upkeep. Most guys when they get home want to work on a hobby or relax, and there is nothing better to do that than keep a reef/fish tank.
Also, I think guys spend more time on the internet and/or computer than girls do.
Rian (a female)
I agree with Lynn, I think the majority of women have way too many things keeping them busy to be able to invest the time needed to keep up a tank, even if it's minimal upkeep. Most guys when they get home want to work on a hobby or relax, and there is nothing better to do that than keep a reef/fish tank.
Also, I think guys spend more time on the internet and/or computer than girls do.
Rian (a female)
I must be different than the norm....cuz even though I do have a busy lifestyle like Lynn mentioned....2 children (2 boys-a 5yr old, and 1 grown up child that acts 5 
), 2 dogs, a cat, a full time job, an apartment to clean, a car to keep up, typical female craziness - I still find time to deal with my 75g reef....and my 3 other tanks: 75g tank of cichlids, 20g fresh, and 30g Gar tank!!! Yes, I have 4 tanks (& they're all mine, thank you). 8O ...now, I do have less gadgets than most guys who 'tech out' their tanks, I have to admit, but I have to say my reef is a success going on 2 yrs this coming February, with it being the closest to a 'natural setup' w/ skimmer, as possible. But I did just upgrade my lighting w/ a custom-built canopy w/ VHOs/MH/PCs, and NOs - woo hoo. ...But if you ask me, the time and months of research-and continued research (mostly internet, books, more books, communication, clubs, asking, etc....), it took me to learn the CORRECT, responsible, accurate way to successfully set up and run my tank w/out all those gadgets seems more of an accomplishment to me. :wink: To not be able to need a sump, or a wet/dry filter, or a huge refugium, or fall for the next gimmick/miracle equipment, or feel the need that kalk is the ONLY way to go, etc., etc....but utilize patience, and realize this is a learning process and a commitment w/ awesome payoff...and to be a female, at that, 8O well, I must be an alien race. ...And I do have a significant other, and yes he does want to relax after work, like most men (or people, if you ask me). And he has NO clue about how to deal w/ my reef or the other tanks, or even do a water change-freshwater, even. So,
Oh yeah, he also threw a fit when he got frustrated about how to hook up his new dvd/home theater with the tv, stereo, cable box, vcr, and play station cuz he couldn't figure it out - and had to hand the job over to me. I always have to set the vcr and entertainment equipment/hook ups too. :lol:
...And lastly, I can rival any internet-geek on this site...I'm lurking 100% of the time during the day, messaging, etc..... oh, & my man doesn't even have access to the computer. :wink: Yes, I work all day too.
And no, that's not all; I also LOVE scuba diving.
), 2 dogs, a cat, a full time job, an apartment to clean, a car to keep up, typical female craziness - I still find time to deal with my 75g reef....and my 3 other tanks: 75g tank of cichlids, 20g fresh, and 30g Gar tank!!! Yes, I have 4 tanks (& they're all mine, thank you). 8O ...now, I do have less gadgets than most guys who 'tech out' their tanks, I have to admit, but I have to say my reef is a success going on 2 yrs this coming February, with it being the closest to a 'natural setup' w/ skimmer, as possible. But I did just upgrade my lighting w/ a custom-built canopy w/ VHOs/MH/PCs, and NOs - woo hoo. ...But if you ask me, the time and months of research-and continued research (mostly internet, books, more books, communication, clubs, asking, etc....), it took me to learn the CORRECT, responsible, accurate way to successfully set up and run my tank w/out all those gadgets seems more of an accomplishment to me. :wink: To not be able to need a sump, or a wet/dry filter, or a huge refugium, or fall for the next gimmick/miracle equipment, or feel the need that kalk is the ONLY way to go, etc., etc....but utilize patience, and realize this is a learning process and a commitment w/ awesome payoff...and to be a female, at that, 8O well, I must be an alien race. ...And I do have a significant other, and yes he does want to relax after work, like most men (or people, if you ask me). And he has NO clue about how to deal w/ my reef or the other tanks, or even do a water change-freshwater, even. So, Oh yeah, he also threw a fit when he got frustrated about how to hook up his new dvd/home theater with the tv, stereo, cable box, vcr, and play station cuz he couldn't figure it out - and had to hand the job over to me. I always have to set the vcr and entertainment equipment/hook ups too. :lol:
...And lastly, I can rival any internet-geek on this site...I'm lurking 100% of the time during the day, messaging, etc..... oh, & my man doesn't even have access to the computer. :wink: Yes, I work all day too.
And no, that's not all; I also LOVE scuba diving.
In the 3 months that it took me to plan the 80g tank, aquire components, etc. My wife was pretty involved. She spent a fair amount of time looking for sources of live rock, coral species, and so on. I built the sump with all the gadgets, did the plumbing and electrical. She definately kept me inspired, showing me different species and finding pictures of established tanks. She's had no desire in maintaining it, but likes that it sits in the living room and we get lots of compliments on it. She does enjoy sitting and watching the tank. We had the same tank set up as fresh water for about 6 years, come to think of it, she did most of the work on that one. Hm.
Regards, Eric
Regards, Eric
Fishdreamer,
I just want to know when you actually do any work, because you are always looking through the internet? Your tank does look good though I will admit that, especially your new canopy. I just feel sorry for the guy who had to build it, and fit all the differnet lights in it. :wink: I'm just giving you a hard time you do have a good lookng tank.
I just want to know when you actually do any work, because you are always looking through the internet? Your tank does look good though I will admit that, especially your new canopy.
I just feel sorry for the guy who had to build it, and fit all the differnet lights in it. :wink: I'm just giving you a hard time you do have a good lookng tank.Sponsor Reefs
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