Virginia Crabbers, treat yourself to the Elite Trotline starter kit.  The only difference from other kits is the size of the trotline.  Virginia can only use a maximum of 300' and 50 Snoods per line. It covers all necessary components to get you started Trotlining except weights (Too Pricey to ship).  This kit includes your choice of  1/4" 3 Strand twisted nylon sinking trotline, Buoys, Anchor line, Crab Bully Exact Bushel Basket, Lid, Tongs, Multi-State Measurer, dip net, and Stainless Steel Rod Holder retractable J-Hook. 
 
Snood Choice!
1/8" Snoods - Best for chicken necks
3/16" Snoods - Best for clam bags