All though I'm a long way from a master I have some tips for you. The leaders I use I keep in PIPS boxes. They are little round leader holder about 4 inches around. They work well for me. Cost is about 4-7 dollars each. As for deep wading and big fish. Don't go past your comfort level. I have been dunked a few times and it is very wet doing that. With chest waders they can suck you down and then you're in deep kaka. I have an inflatable vest that I pull a cord and POOF I float. They are spendy though. All the rest I can't really say much on. Spoons I don't use much, sand shrimp I have the same problem.