JP DeRose's Bio

Biography

I'd like to start off by introducing myself... my name is JP DeRose and I am an absolute nut job when it comes to fishing!! My father always said that if you were to crack my head open you would probably find a fish and I think I believe him!!! It doesn't matter what the species, weather or even the type of water... if fish live there, I'll fish it. I started my passion in the rivers fishing for Rainbows and Salmon but my curiosity and competitive nature led me to tournament fishing for Bass and I've felt at home ever since. One thing’s for certain... this passion is showing no signs of subsiding... if anything, it’s becoming more intriguing.

Personal Stats

Name: JP DeRose
Born: 06.30.73
Hometown: Stouffville, Ontario, Canada
Height: 6'0"
Weight: 240 lbs

Personal Stuff

Marital Status: Married 02.22.97 (Valerie)
Children: 1 boy... Christian. Born 03.27.06
Hobbies: Hunting, Golf, Hockey, Snowboarding, Playing Guitar, Web work and design

Fishing Stats

Years Fishing: 27
Years Competing: 10
Number of top 10's (all events): 132
Number of Wins (all events): 32
Career earnings: $84,000 (since 2000)

Fishing Stuff

Favorite Technique: Fishing heavy cover for Largemouth Bass
Fishing Strength: Power fishing Largemouth Bass
Weakness: Being patient on slow bite days
Favourite Combo: G-Loomis BCFR893 MossyBack, Shimano Curado 200E7, 65 lb Power Pro Hi-Vis Braid and Punisher Mini-Jig with Berkley Chigger Chunk
Boat: 2010 Bass Cat Puma FTD
Motor: 2010 Yamaha 250 SHO
Truck: 2011 GMC Sierra 2500 HD
Sponsors: WFN, G-Loomis, Shimano, Fintech, Bass Cat Boats, Yamaha, Power Team Lures, Power Pro, Bass Pro Shops, Bay City Marine, Top Gun Marine
Website: www.jpderose.com