Marc, someone once said imitation is the greatest form of flattery. I couldn't agree more. Feel free to quote all my stuff you can stand to read.
Fish4head, that sound like a good start. As far as the weight shooting is concerned, there are as many variations of the launcher as there are folks that fish. Basically, it involves using a carbon dioxide filled fire extinguisher connected to a tube of some sort. The weights that are used are cylindrical in shape; the diameter being just under 1 inch. The tube I use is pvc and around 3.5 feet long. Finding various adapters and reducers at the hardware store, I connected the tube to the tank. Don't forget to use a packing of some sort at the "breach" under your lead or the pressure will shred your knots. I use good old scotts toilet paper. I've stated before, the best way to really catch on is to see it done. You don't need the tank right away. With your starter kit, you can throw your weight, or maybe find a fellow angler to shoot it for you. Boy, am I ever ramblin' on! I'll be at montrose saturday morning. Best of luck.
Hoist 'em!
Gus