BIO-SPira? From Marineland

[dogmaiwli]

BIO-SPira? From Marineland, Anybody Tried it? How much is it? Does it work like it is suppose to and if so, where can I get it here in calgary or through mail order

 

[davros]

Yes! I have used it to set up a 5G tank and it did work very well. Ammonia never went up to detectable levels and nitrites were just detectable briefly, and then went back to 0.

I read somewhere that there are some water conditioners that can interfere with it though so be careful what you put in your tank with it. Of course Marineland suggests that you only use it with their products.

If I remember correctly, it was like $12.00 US for enough to treat 30G. Kind of pricey, but worth it for no cycle time if you ask me.

Can't help you with where to order it. I got it at my lfs.

 

[RedTurquoise]

I have also heard many good things about Bio-spira however you cant get it in Canada for 2 reasons. The first one that I know of is that by the time it gets shipped up to Canada, it is useless because the bacteria has died. The second reason is only a rumor, that Agriculture Canada is not allowing the import of it!

 

[Jawz]

i think i saw it at my lfs and im in hamilton ontario, if u are that in need i could ship u up a bottle after i find prices and stuff.

 

[tomanystraydogs]

I have seached the lfs's (riverside, ca) using those listed on marinelands site. Lots carry marineland products, non carry bio-spira

But I may not need it as I have nitrites after 3 days

 

[mandi0808]

http://www.fishstoretn.com/storecart.htm

This store has it and they will ship to Canada.

 

[dogmaiwli]

Awesome I will give them a try thanks mandi0808

 

[Twinbot]

Phenominal stuff! Worked like a charm in my 30 gal. I will never set up a new tank without it. And, in Las Vegas, there are several places that sell it including the semi-chain Petland. Price for 1 oz is $6.99USD.

 

[tomanystraydogs]

I found it at Strictly Fish.

12227 Harbor Blvd.
Garden Grove, CA 92840
714-750-7151

$19.99 for 3oz.

BTW

For the locals I checked all of Riverside County, no joy.

 

[jwerk]

i love this stuff. i used it for my lobster tank and i will use it for any new tank i set up in the future. but you have to be careful when getting it sent to you. it must be kept frozen or the bacteria will not live. good luck

 

[dogmaiwli]

Well by the time I order it, pay exchange and shipping, it is around $45.00, so i will be cycling my tanks the old fashion way until it is available here in Calgary