I normally wouldn't even bother to respond to those types of remarks, but this does raise a phenomena I see on internet forums: high post count = more credibility. I personally don't believe this (says the guy with the low count, lol). I've been on many other forums on various hobbies and I see a mix of postings. Although I admit I look at a persons post count, I also take inputs based on one's experience and the content and just how many posts they've had.
I soak my mechanical filers (i.e. Socks, sponge, pads) in tap water. In fact, I've also used a very small amount of non-scented chlorine (relative to water mixture) for extra soiled filters. I figure my tank is not too overstocked to begin with, and I'm confident my biological filter has the capacity to do it's job...knock-knock wood.
