What size do crickets start breeding?

[Herpaliciousreptiles]

Okay, so we just got in an order of 1000 1/2" crickets and I would like to breed them. We are going to look for a Dubia roach colony at a Repticon next weekend, but it'll take longer for them to get started enough to feed them off from what I understand. Plus, we are feeding the two chams, about 9 Leo's and 6 cresteds so the variety is good.

Anyways, when should I put a lay bin in my cricket container? And can I use vermiculite or coco fiber as a substrate?

Also, when the eggs need to incubate, can I put them in one of racks? It stays in the 90s on the warm side in there.
I know there's lots of threads about this so I appreciate y'all taking the time to read this and comment!

 

[ISA my Veiled]

This is my recommendation for you. This guide is amazing. As far as you feeding a lot of guys I totally understand lol I have three beardies, 1 Veiled(soon to be two ) 6 leos, and a crested. The beardies are pigs just themselves anyway I would just using plain organic potting soil for the laying bin. No need to get all that other stuff.

Here is the guide for you it is a very very very good one and has pictures.

http://www.frogforum.net/content/culturing-crickets-care-breeding-common-house-cricket-145/

 

[Herpaliciousreptiles]

Well I have vermiculite and coco fiber, both reptile safe so I'm assuming it's crickets safe. I'd have to buy some organic soil, but that not a problem.

 

[Herpaliciousreptiles]

Nevermind, I see that the guide says coco fiber. Nice!

 

[ISA my Veiled]

Nevermind, I see that the guide says coco fiber. Nice!

Yeah i prefer the top soil over cocofiber because its cheaper and you get a massive bag for only around $2.00 where I live.