  Measuring the energy loss and mass of highly ionizing particles predicted by
theories from beyond the Standard Model pose considerable challenges to
conventional detection techniques. Such particles are predicted to experience
energy loss to matter they pass through that exceeds the dynamic range
specified for most readout chips, leading to saturation of the detectors'
electronics. Consequently, achieving precise energy loss and mass measurements
becomes unattainable. We present a new approach to detect such highly ionizing
particles using time projection chambers that overcomes this limitation and
provide a case study for triggering on magnetic monopoles.
