sell outs
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bigarn
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Originally Posted by Beth
http:///forum/post/2766738
Can't be surprised. As the economy goes down the tubes, so do expensive hobbies.
that sums it up.
http:///forum/post/2766738
Can't be surprised. As the economy goes down the tubes, so do expensive hobbies.
that sums it up.
maxalmon
Active Member
Yeap, now is the time to buy a used tank/setup... Another example is pool guys, people are firing them left and right to cut back on expenses. I have a friend who works for a pool supply store and they are slammed with people needing to know "what to do"...Same for all the aqurium maintenance guys, people are getting rid of the tanks....Here in Vegas there are killer deals on HUGE tanks...ATM is a local manufacturer that sells stupidly expensive custom tanks (quoted me 12k for a 300g) and lots of people purchased these tanks over the past few years when there was an excess of cash floating around, now the tanks, boats, coin collections, 4x4's and all the other toys are going for cheap prices... I know of a 2000g totaly custom tank setup that was just sold for 5k, original cost was above 25k
flricordia
Active Member
I have never in my life seen more large PU and SUVs on the side of the roads with FOR SALE signs on them.
nissan577
Active Member
in Miami is the same thing. Everything is worst. So many cars in the streets that are for sale. Many tanks for sale at my lfs. Just recently they sold a 170 for $150. I didn't believe it but they did. I'm for sure not getting out this hobby. I love swf. I wanna study marine biology.
reefkprz
Active Member
it was also a trend I noticed when trying to sell some frags, usually they go pretty quick. this time they lingered for longer than I like. often I will have locals on a waiting list for ceartain things, my waiting lists have been getting shorter and shorter to the point of non existence. rather disturbing.
porkchop48
Member
I am getting out of the hobby as well, not really a money issue ( Butch ( hubby)) just got back to work after being off for about 8-9 months. he had his own construction business and no one was getting work done. The largest employer in our area went from have 15,000 people down to 2,000 so no one had any money to get work done.
My reasoning is that the frogs that i raise and breed are just taking up too much time and I would love to devote more time to them.
For some odd reason the frog trade is stilll going well. I use to take 20-40 frogs to a show with me and come back with 10-20. Now I am buying other people froglets( when I dont have enough for a show) when they have a surplus and still managing to sell out at the shows.
My reasoning is that the frogs that i raise and breed are just taking up too much time and I would love to devote more time to them.
For some odd reason the frog trade is stilll going well. I use to take 20-40 frogs to a show with me and come back with 10-20. Now I am buying other people froglets( when I dont have enough for a show) when they have a surplus and still managing to sell out at the shows.
keri
Active Member
Originally Posted by maxalmon
http:///forum/post/2766796
Yeap, now is the time to buy a used tank/setup... Another example is pool guys, people are firing them left and right to cut back on expenses. I have a friend who works for a pool supply store and they are slammed with people needing to know "what to do"...Same for all the aqurium maintenance guys, people are getting rid of the tanks....Here in Vegas there are killer deals on HUGE tanks...ATM is a local manufacturer that sells stupidly expensive custom tanks (quoted me 12k for a 300g) and lots of people purchased these tanks over the past few years when there was an excess of cash floating around, now the tanks, boats, coin collections, 4x4's and all the other toys are going for cheap prices... I know of a 2000g totaly custom tank setup that was just sold for 5k, original cost was above 25k
Good thing I'm in the market for a bigger tank right now!
And so I lurk...
http:///forum/post/2766796
Yeap, now is the time to buy a used tank/setup... Another example is pool guys, people are firing them left and right to cut back on expenses. I have a friend who works for a pool supply store and they are slammed with people needing to know "what to do"...Same for all the aqurium maintenance guys, people are getting rid of the tanks....Here in Vegas there are killer deals on HUGE tanks...ATM is a local manufacturer that sells stupidly expensive custom tanks (quoted me 12k for a 300g) and lots of people purchased these tanks over the past few years when there was an excess of cash floating around, now the tanks, boats, coin collections, 4x4's and all the other toys are going for cheap prices... I know of a 2000g totaly custom tank setup that was just sold for 5k, original cost was above 25k
Good thing I'm in the market for a bigger tank right now!
And so I lurk...
reefkprz
Active Member
Originally Posted by EL GUAPO
http:///forum/post/2768944
I have been watching for a deal on a larger system here in Denver and I have not seen any deals that would make me agree with this . There has been the 55-75's a few 125's but nothing thats out of the ordinary .
maybe your local economy is doing ok, where as some other places arent doing as well. obviously not everyone in the US will feel the pinch the same.up here in maine there have been contractors going out of bussiness left and right because there is little work to be had. small businesses are also closing out at a high rate, I myself am a carpenter and my boss has had four different million+ dollar houses back out of building due to the "economy" and elections.
http:///forum/post/2768944
I have been watching for a deal on a larger system here in Denver and I have not seen any deals that would make me agree with this . There has been the 55-75's a few 125's but nothing thats out of the ordinary .
maybe your local economy is doing ok, where as some other places arent doing as well. obviously not everyone in the US will feel the pinch the same.up here in maine there have been contractors going out of bussiness left and right because there is little work to be had. small businesses are also closing out at a high rate, I myself am a carpenter and my boss has had four different million+ dollar houses back out of building due to the "economy" and elections.
bigarn
Active Member
Originally Posted by EL GUAPO
http:///forum/post/2768944
I have been watching for a deal on a larger system here in Denver and I have not seen any deals that would make me agree with this . There has been the 55-75's a few 125's but nothing thats out of the ordinary .
part owner of a private jet and you're looking for deals on fish tanks?
yeah i know, that's how you can afford the jet...
http:///forum/post/2768944
I have been watching for a deal on a larger system here in Denver and I have not seen any deals that would make me agree with this . There has been the 55-75's a few 125's but nothing thats out of the ordinary .
part owner of a private jet and you're looking for deals on fish tanks?
yeah i know, that's how you can afford the jet...
gasguzzler
Active Member
I got a sweet deal Im picking up next week.
270 gal drilled, stand, canopy
90 gal sump drilled
Mag 36 and 24 returns
ASM G4X w/Sedra 15000
Calcium and phosphate reactors
6 stage RO/DI w/booster pump
36W UV w/extra bulb
200 lbs live sand
140 lbs live rock
Various heaters, 8 powerheads, food supplements, water storage tanks, etc.
$1500!!!
270 gal drilled, stand, canopy
90 gal sump drilled
Mag 36 and 24 returns
ASM G4X w/Sedra 15000
Calcium and phosphate reactors
6 stage RO/DI w/booster pump
36W UV w/extra bulb
200 lbs live sand
140 lbs live rock
Various heaters, 8 powerheads, food supplements, water storage tanks, etc.
$1500!!!
gasguzzler
Active Member
Some pics of current set up:
el guapo
Active Member
Originally Posted by bigarn
http:///forum/post/2769072
part owner of a private jet and you're looking for deals on fish tanks?
yeah i know, that's how you can afford the jet...
I didn't get rich giving money away .
Mama taught me never pay full price .
http:///forum/post/2769072
part owner of a private jet and you're looking for deals on fish tanks?
yeah i know, that's how you can afford the jet...
I didn't get rich giving money away .