To avoid the inevitable twisting and tangling of the line and to make the whole process easier I start with each tag end attached to a swivel and then attach them to two separate and offset kitchen chairs. The kitchen chairs are heavy enough to provide the tension I am looking for when twisting the mono. The swivels aid in controlling the mono as it spins. My non-dominant hand also aids in keeping tension on the mono and at the right angle so the mono keeps a nice even twist.
Good tip, I tried to do my own last night with what I had on hand, 6lb triline XL. Ended up frustrated because it`s so limp that it just made knots on the other side of my hand. I know I have to beef up the poundage but was wondering about swivels, good to know they will work. Thanks for the tip!
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