I would skip the velcro in lieu of just getting a tub with locking handles, that will easily hold them. You will also want to get some stainless tongs or hemostats for feeding time, 12" or longer. I agree with the others don't go cheap on the thermostat it's the single most important piece of equipment you will need. I would also get a IR temp gun for reading temps, they aren't that expensive and they're much more reliable. There are also digital hygrometers that have a probe that will be more accurate than the cheap dial things. You will also want something to clean/disinfect with.
Here is what I would get, considering you may be trying to keep the cost to a minimum but not skimping too.
Thermostat: http://www.reptilebasics.com/ve-100
Temp gun: http://www.reptilebasics.com/TG-1
Ambient temp and humidity: http://www.reptilebasics.com/thermometers/TH-100/
Cleaning products: http://www.reptilebasics.com/chlorhexadine-16oz
Hides (2): http://www.reptilebasics.com/medium-hide-box
Hemostats: http://www.reptilebasics.com/hemostat-12
Water dish: http://www.reptilebasics.com/medium-water-bowl
*note* I don't work for reptile Basics. LOL
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