Reddit reviews Penn-Plax Reptology Floating Turtle Pier and Basking Platform – Decorative, Functional, and Naturally Inspired – Large Size (Model Number: REP603)
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INNOVATIVE & UNIQUE: The Reptology Floating Turtle Pier doubles as a Basking Platform, and floats slightly above the waterline inside your tank. This feature allows your pet to rest and eat outside of the water. In addition to providing a better view, the pier also allows for more interaction between you and your favorite friend!SECURE SUPPORTS: The pier’s platform rests upon 4 pylon supports that are attached with suction cups that connect to the bottom surface of a tank. For a strong and secure bond, please clean and wash the suction cups with water before placing inside tank, as well as the contact areas at the bottom of the tank. The cleaner they are, the stronger the bond!EASY ACCESS FOR PETS: The docking ramp allows your pet to easily climb onto the upper level of the pier. Furthermore, the pier’s platform has a built-in gravel bin that’s used to counterbalance the weight of your pet as they enter the ramp. *Gravel sold separately.DECORATIVE & NATURALLY INSPIRED: In addition to serving as a basking platform that allows your pet to dry off and regulate temperature, the Reptology Floating Turtle Pier also satisfies their natural instinct to hide and rest underneath. This piece is great for terrariums and other reptile habitats that don’t have water.ADDITIONAL INFO: The Reptology Floating Turtle Pier is designed for tanks that are 20 gallons or larger. The Basking Platform measures 16” (D) x 11” (W) x 1.25 (H), In addition, the pylon supports are adjustable in height, from as low as 3” for setups without water, and up to 16” with water.
When I had only one turtle using the basking area, this turtle dock worked really, really well.
After I got a tank mate for my first RES, that dock no longer worked. It's just big enough for a full-size female to bask comfortably, but way too small for two turtles. I made my own basking platform for them instead. I went through a few different constructions, but the most recent one I built out of egg crate and cork board is working perfectly.
Edit: I just thought of another platform that worked quite nicely for my Western Painted, but you can't guarantee that it will stay under your lights. Also, here's a video of my DIY platform if anyone is interested.
You may have to get a different type of dock. I use this Turtle pier. Works great and they can’t eat it.
It's the smaller version of this one, which works well except the suction cups kinda suck, I usually have to stick it back on once in a while. https://www.amazon.ca/Zoo-Med-Turtle-Dock-Medium/dp/B00BUFU8RO/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmrnull_4?keywords=turtle+dock+zoo+med&qid=1550783278&s=gateway&sr=8-4-fkmrnull the one I have for him is 5"x11"
But, I just bought him one of these today, it's 16"x11' and it'll be way sturdier! I bought it used off a guy for only $10 https://www.amazon.ca/Penn-Plax-Decorative-Floating-Basking-Platform/dp/B004PBCFG2/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=turtle+pier&qid=1550783419&s=gateway&sr=8-3
Penn Plax in large
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004PBCFG2/ref=yo_ii_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Not sure which platform so I'll give two answers. The toy chest (platform for the tank) was built and bought well before I was born.
The basking platform is by Penn Plax. In Paffie's newer 150 gallon stock tank the dock isn't tall enough so I had to zip-tie some metal grids together to elevate it.
https://www.amazon.com/Decorative-Turtle-Floating-Basking-Platform/dp/B004PBCFG2/ref=sr_1_1?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1486893662&sr=1-1&keywords=turtle+basking+dock
Probably one of the best basking docks you can buy honestly. You can adjust the height with the included materials. I also have it.
https://www.reddit.com/r/turtle/comments/8csy77/mikeys_new_condo/?utm_source=reddit-android
That's what it looks like (with more water than shown) it's a 40gal breeder tank with river rocks and a large basking dock.
The dock:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004PBCFG2?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title
The rocks:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0035HD408?psc=1&ref=yo_pop_mb_pd_title
I have 2 bags of rocks in there right now, but I am going to add a third. To prep them, I put them in my kitchen sink, filled it with water, moved them around to knock any dirt/ particles off, drain and repeat until the water came clean, then I plugged the sink, boiled a bunch of water and put the boiling hot water into the sink until it covered all the rocks and let them sit for 30 minutes to kill any gems that might have been on them.
If you have any other questions, just ask.
You can try this:
Penn Plax Large Turtle Pier For Use In and Out Of Water Basking Platform For Small Reptiles https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PBCFG2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_AD3GzbPTW4ET3
I bought it but it was HUGE so I cut it in half and took out the support pillars, it just floats now. I'm pretty happy with it but I'm only using like 1/3 of what I paid for haha.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004PBCFG2/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_XykPzbCB212QJ
I bought it! It's called a Turtle Pier.