Ozy,

If you're not in any big rush, TRF starts in about 6 weeks, and there are a couple of kilt vendors out there that really aren't particularly overpriced, and you have the advantage of being able to actually try them on... I want to say the last beater I picked up out there was 5 yards of mixed fibre for $125. They also have hose for about $20, flashes for $10 or so, and sporrans, proper sporrans, for anywhere from $50 or so up to $200. I also have a couple of spare sporrans if you're looking for local. You can find great kilts with or without cheater pleats, 3-buckle regular kilts, and everything in between...