I started using Palco 3 or 4 in Feb 2005 because I got annoyed with twisted line from flashers. Did not really have a big twist problem but decided to try to eliminate all twist. Have not been very successful since, but that is probably more due to not fishing where and when the fish are. First time out with the Pal, I got a nice big Spring, so I went back and bought all the rest of the dodgers Berrys had. I still run one or two dodgers and usually a third line with either a flasher or just a lure. Best luck has been trolling fast, rigger back at least 45. Never tried for Socks last year. And yes what the heck is a jacksmith.