Vango - ultralight gear

[highlander chris]

Hi guys

I'm looking to setup 2 friends with lightweight gear and replace some of my heavier gear with lightweight gear. I have seen the brand "Vango" with some pretty light gear (ie, tents, sleeping bags, etc) for a reasonable price. Just wondering if anyone has any feedback on the quality of the brand, or could suggest better gear.

Also, if anyone could recommend a good store in the Sydney / Canberra area, to view / purchase some good lightweight hiking gear that I won't have to sell my soul to afford, it would be appriciated.

Thanks chris

[corvus]

With respect Vango Gear is at the lower end of the market and you will only get what you pay for.
corvus

[highlander chris]

Yeah I guessed it was entry level, but I have to enquire as I have two cheap *&%$#! friends whom want to get a basic set up and I'm trying to assist them with a setup that is cheap but lightweight. I've already told them that the quality and cheap don't mix. Any suggestions on stores or web sites I could research???

Thanks

[corvus]

Try this site .
http://stores.ebay.co.uk/worldshoppingcentercn

[mattmacman]

You'll want to checkout some of Tarp Tents gear.

[north-north-west]

I have a Laser Comp 2 (although it's really just a one man tent with two doors) for sale. Inner only pitched once, unused fly. Light and some people like them . . .