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Fall 2023
He has also held the record for the largest Day One AND Day Two lead in Bassmaster Elite history, when his 34-5-pound stringer to start an event on Okeechobee gapped the field by 8-12. He then super-sized the divide between himself and his fellow competitors on Day Two to a 13-11.
It’s never been a secret how he sacks ‘em up or what he uses. Monroe is most famous for his signature frog and “droppin’ bombs” – a Missile Baits D Bomb, to be specific. While he will rig a D Bomb a few different ways, including punchin’ and flippin’, here he gave us his easy one-two-three rundown for a quick get started punchin’ guide.
So, if you want to punch like Ish, here’s what you have to know.
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BOMBS
The bait is the key factor and Monroe’s choice is the Missile Baits D Bomb created by professional angler John Crews. The D Bomb is a bulky, ribbed creature bait that stretches 4 1/2-inches. The appendages sail on the fall, providing penetration through the vegetation and they flap when moved to attract attention. BOOM – the Bomb is all you need.
COLORS: Like all anglers, matching the hatch is always on Monroe’s mind. For punchin’, he considers what is under the mats – crawdads. “Depending on the temps, they can be redder or more of a brown/purple,” he described. “If you can find one when you pull up the
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