REEF BUDDY - Coral Caddy by MCC - $10 each special

[Mr Cob]

REEF BUDDY - $10 each special - REEF BUDDY - Coral Caddy by MCC!

*offer valid while supplies last. I will post here when supplies are gone. Free REEF BUDDIES will not be held and will go out as orders are picked up.

*we are in the process of modding the product and want feedback before we start manufacturing.

*labels are coming off on some and we have corrected this error with better stickers that can be exposed to water. We will offer free replacements to those that have purchased REEF BUDDIES from us, when they get in.

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The REEF BUDDY - Coral Caddy is great for transporting, shipping and acclimating fish and coral frags safely and securely.

It's a simple and affordable solution for transporting, shipping and acclimating small fish and coral. The product utilizes a classic water bottle modded with a center pole and shelves to stagger coral frags. The frag plugs sit securely and prevent tumbling, great for delicate SPS.

It even fits in your cup holder!

ACCLIMATION USE:
1) Float the REEF BUDDY in a bucket with tank water for 15 minutes to acclimate temp.
2) Open nozzle tip and squeeze REEF BUDDY to let H2O escape, then release to let tank H2O enter.
3) Repeat step 2 every 5 minutes until you feel enough H2O has transferred to acclimate your coral and fish.


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[RayAllen]

i got a reef buddy today with my frags. such a simple but effective way to acclimate corals. Thanks Rob. I didnt stay long but good seeing you man.

[Mr Cob]

Thanks Ray, it was good seeing you too man. Appreciate the feedback. Let me know if you have any issues with your order.

[Roo&Lis]

I really appreciate the reef buddy. The only thing was that it was a little tough to squeeze for water to refill fast enough. It worked great when dumping water out just not going back in. Ended up unscrewing the lid flooding with water and reattaching. Maybe my grip is just weak. ��

[Mr Cob]

Thanks for the feedback Andrew!

You are correct in that only a little water will enter the bottle which we thought would force a slower acclimation for your corals and fish.

There are lots of options for plastics but we went with a heavier type in order to limit the amount of water that is transfered in order to simulate more of a drip acclimation.

Perhaps a lighter plastic to make it easier to squeeze but with more nozzle options to control the flow amount would be a better solution. We will look into it.

Thank you for posting.

[Mr Cob]

Did some testing today and feel that the plastic is about the right hardness. Any harder and water would not enter and any less, too much water would enter.

Each squeeze only allows a small bit of water to release and enter which really simulates a drip acclimation. If the water came in faster you aren't doing much of an acclimation.

You aren't weak Andrew..lol. You just need to acclimate slower : )

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[MadReefer]

thats a pretty genius idea. 2 thumbs up

not sure how much screen printing or hydro printing would be over the stickers, but thats another idea =)

[Mr Cob]

thats a pretty genius idea. 2 thumbs up

not sure how much screen printing or hydro printing would be over the stickers, but thats another idea =)

Thx MadReefer! Once we start manufacturing we will have the logo imprinted into the plastic and not have to worry about labels. Not sure what the correct terminology is.

In the interim we have purchased better labels.

What is hydro printing?

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[MadReefer]

this: http://www.sahydrografix.com/process.html

couple places in sa do it. im sure it can be done in mass quantity

[Mr Cob]

Awesome info, thx!

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[REBridges]

Is this still being made? Just came across it. Looks awesome. Would love to get my hands on one.

[malofish]

I love mine!!! Makes transport easy and I don't have to fight with leaking sandwich bags or rubberbands.

[Mr Cob]

Thanks guys, yes we are still in operation with this product. They are $10 each while they are hand made, once they are manufactured the price will be $12.99-$13.99 suggested retail at which point they will be offered via wholesale through MCC.

[Mr Cob]

I updated the title of the thread since they are no longer being offered for free. The opriginal supply was exhausted quickly.

[REBridges]

Cool...put me down for 1!

[Mr Cob]

you got it dude, invoice sent