Just received my Skylan stands for the VR1's and thought I'd pass on my initial impressions.

Very solid construction and most importantly (for me) as stable as the rock of Gibraltar. It will take a serious shove to knock these over. Noel, the owner, custom sized the top and bottom plates for my needs and the fit is impeccable. I have to admit, I was a little put-off by the polymer columns at first but after loading them with sand, didn't give 'em a secong thought. With the speakers securely sitting on the ceramic contact discs, the sound is broad and extended at both ends. Beautiful. From what I can tell, no different from the $400 Atlantis steel stands that were on loan. A nice option for those of you looking for inexpensive stands.

Thanks to RGA and all those that gave recommendations.