Split shots are typically made from lead that are in the shape of a circle with a slight gap that splits open the weight so it can be closed onto the line with a simple pinch of your fingers
The best bait, rigging and presentation, for red snapper can be debated to no end, but what I have found to be most successful is using no leader at all
All you have to do is cast out, let the bait touch down, and impart the occasional twitch with the rod tip
The PE scale is meant to denote the lines diameter
The 2008 Stella SW was selling very well, outperforming its competition the 2010 Saltiga in sales outside of the Japanese market, so a 5 years life span seemed extremely short for such a successful reel
For big Fish 7-8 foot rods with a heavy/medium action is ideal