Idiots at LFS

[BlueEyedFox]

I tried to get a Nitrite and a Natrate tester for my 30 gallon Freshwater tank but, They could not understand why I would want to test my Freshwater tank for that stuff because "no one does it"

I swear I don't trust LFS's for advice only to get my stuff I need.

Now, Does anyeone know where I can order a Nitrate and Nitrite for cheap that doesnt come with PH and Ammonia because, I already have those.

I put in Bio Spira and my fish and everything seems fine but I havent been able to test my Nitriate and Nitrite and I don't want my Fish kicking the bucket anytime soon.

*crazysmil

 

[tom91970]

Order from one of the sponsors.

For example:

Freshwater Nitrite Test Kit | Nitrate and Nitrite Test Kits & Refills | Test Kits & Refills | Aquarium - ThatPetPlace.com

Nitrite and Nitrate Test Kit

 

[TabMorte]

I recommend APIs Freshwater master kit. You can order it from any of our sponsors. I've also used Nutrafin's Test kits, I actually like them better then the API ones but their master kit has no Nitrate Test which irritates me.

 

[BlueEyedFox]

I like the first one Tom, Is there one like that for your nitrates?

 

[BlueEyedFox]

How about this its seems awesome and cheap and most of all simple

Nitrite and Nitrate Aquarium Test Strips | Nitrate and Nitrite Test Kits & Refills | Test Kits & Refills | Aquarium - ThatPetPlace.com

Is this same results as liquid?

 

[TabMorte]

Test strips are good for quick testing but they're not as reliable as drops and if you get any moisture on them at all you can ruin your whole pack in a few seconds.

I recommend the drops.

 

[Cichlid-Man]

You will quickly learn most LFS are filled with Idiots save a few.

Go with drops for test kits. The liquids are much easier to read and use.

 

[BlueEyedFox]

I love this place. I wouldnt have never found out about Bio Spira and I would have to wait two weeks, Oh wait. They wouldnt tell me to cycle would they? They would tell me come back in a few days. WTF.

I swear if I worked at a LFS I would make sure my customers would know what there doing. The only person who knew something was this girl at my LFS. The problem is they think that you "expect" fish to die because "that happens" No, They should only be dying from disease and age. If you maintain your tank, and make sure you test everything 3-7 days or so you wont have a problem. I put my fish in within 24 hours AND they are alive and well because I researched it and didnt listen to my LFSI (Local Fish Store Idiot)

 

[tom91970]

I like the first one Tom, Is there one like that for your nitrates?

Yep.... Freshwater and Saltwater Nitrate Test Kit | Nitrate and Nitrite Test Kits & Refills | Test Kits & Refills | Aquarium - ThatPetPlace.com

An I agree that strips are practically worthless. Drops are cheaper to use and much easier.

 

[Fuzz16]

ahem. not all lfs people are dumb....

people that work in aquatics wit me dont get hired unless they know about fish...