I know to put the line on the reel the same way it comes off the spool. I don't over fill the spool. After that I let the line out from the boat into the water and let the line free float with me trolling to get whatever demons it has in it out. I use a barrel swivel for lures.
I can cast for 30 minutes or so and still out of the blue get a line cluster. I am using Trilene Big Game 6 or 8 lb and not any floro or braid.
I've tried on multiple occasions and now just put them back in the garage corner rod rack. Got nothing but bait caster combos in my boat.
What is the secret to not getting line twist?