riding in rough water” are common ailments, he adds. Monroe works out occasionally but visits a massage therapist twice a month.
Gearing up
The BASS organization offers enthusiasts and its 530,000 members the tools to become better anglers through its informative portal (www.bassmaster.com) and the Bassmaster periodical. Of his fishing experiences, Monroe offers a simple analogy: “To catch one is like kissing a girl for the first time. Losing an 8-pound fish is like breaking up with your true love.” To view his roster, visit www.ishmonroe.com.