why is 3 reef????

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  1. Markpolo123

    Markpolo123 Banned

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    Hi every one ,i am a newer here,and want to make friends here ,i have a question ,why we call this forum 3reef not 2reef or 4reef ,i konw this question seems stupide ,but every thing comes with a reason,can someone tell me why!!!
     
    Markpolo123, Aug 27, 2011
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  2. haloist

    haloist Skunk Shrimp

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    Hey MarkPolo123, welcome to 3Reef! Here's why 3Reef is called 3Reef:

    3reef.com - Forums for coral reef aquariums, salt water fish, corals, inverts, protein skimmers, aquarium lighting and more - About 3reef.com


    Here's the quote from the page about 3Reef's origins:
    The Origins of '3reef'

    3reef came online in 1996 as 'Three Steps To A Reef Aquarium.' This title was created by 3reef founder Matt Rogers as an attempt to overcome the common fears associated with keeping a reef aquarium, especially at that time. The site consisted of the 'Three Steps' - an introduction to keeping a reef aquarium written by Matt that covered water, livestock and hardware. Although dated now, much of it is still valid with regards to husbandry and initial purchases. You can read it here: Step 1 or visit the old sites by clicking the image on the left.

    By 2002 a forum was added and thus began the 3reef community that has now grown to over 13,000 members and nearly half a million posts. The site itself now contains many new sections including photo galleries, aquarium calculators, member-submitted reef-keeping articles and more. 3reef has one of the most advanced forums on the Internet with user-selected skins, custom profiles and many innovative ways for members to retain information found on the forums including custom lists. 3reef has become popular, yet 3reef still retains its roots and remains a friendly forum for new people interested in aquariums and veteran hobbyist alike.
     
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  3. Markpolo123

    Markpolo123 Banned

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    Hi haloist ,
    Thanks for u reply.i really get to know more about our forum now.Good luck
    Mark
     
    Markpolo123, Aug 28, 2011
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  4. starfish2217

    starfish2217 Horrid Stonefish

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    I never knew that :) now I do awesome post! K+
     
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  5. Seano Hermano

    Seano Hermano Giant Squid

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    Haloist beat me to it! I was just about to post that when I saw he thread title! :p
     
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  6. marks270galreef

    marks270galreef Flamingo Tongue

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    awesome im glad i found this site as well
     
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  7. heidimi

    heidimi Fire Shrimp

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    Thanks for asking this!! I wondered too ;D

    Heidi
     
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  8. homegrowncorals

    homegrowncorals Ribbon Eel

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    Hello and welcome to 3reef
     
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  9. SalinFL

    SalinFL Plankton

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    What a great question and an every better reply ;)

    I'm definitely going to read up on that info. Thanks!
     
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  10. inwall75

    inwall75 Giant Squid

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    Wow!!! 3 different first time posters on the same thread. Welcome to all of you!!!
     
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