What do people think about this setup for a newbie?

[akforsyth]

OK, so I finally have my wife thinking about allowing a new saltwater tank in the house, and now it is time to consider what to get. I have been keeping a 33 gal. freshwater tank for over 4 years now with no real troubles (unless you count the cat that knocked the return line off and let the water go all over the floor...no casualties though). I have been considering a corner tank since that is the perfect spot in the new house we just moved into, it would be the focus of the room. Through surfing the net, I came across the Tenecor pentagonal tanks (70 gal.). I really like the shape, and was intrigued by their reef ready system. Anyone have any opinions on this as a first setup. I liked the setup with the Berlin skimmer plumbed into the sump and all neatly housed under the stand. Here it is on their site: http://www.tenecor.com/pentagon.php

So now the question I guess is would this be recomended to an absolute newbie, or am I way off in left field. Your thoughts and opinions would be appreciated.

 

[Anonymous]

Sure, why not, I started out with a 55 corner bowfront, its been an enjoyable ride!

BTW Welcome to Reefs.org

Bryan

 

[Len]

Sounds great to me too. If you're using fluorscents to light the tank, it might be a little tougher because of the odd dimensions. But otherwise, it's as good as any acrylic tank. I personally prefer glass

 

[Anonymous]

with the bigger tank, it allows for more..with in reason...so yeah, go with the 70 gal...You outta havefun with it...Welcome to Reefs.org

8)

 

[reefsRcool]

looks good, think about what skimmer you will want and possibly adding a refugium. the more you plan now the easyer your life will be.

 

[Mogo]

Yep, sounds good to me too. Agreed with getting the biggest tank you can afford as the water parameters will be more stable over time.