Jim Sammons joins Jackson Kayak - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

The Nothing · 03-15-2013, 03:17 PM

already been some talk about building a more suitable kayak for the west coast, now Jackson just picked up Jim Sammons:

http://www.yakangler.com/spotlight/i...ns-jim-sammons

March 15, 2013– Jackson Kayak Welcomes Kayak Fishing Legend Jim Sammons to Team Jackson Kayak

Jackson Kayak announced this morning the signing of Jim Sammons to their kayak fishing team.

The partnership brings in this well respected fisherman but also puts Jackson Kayak at the helm as sponsor of two television shows starring Sammons: Kayak Fishing With Jim Sammons (on WFN) and Extreme Fishing Challenge (on NBC Sports). Both shows are produced and directed by Heliconia Press, a leader in paddle sports production.

"Michael Jordan, Jack Nicklaus, Eric Jackson, Jim Sammons. What do they all have in common? “ Asks Drew Gregory, Jackson Kayaks team lead and fishing designer, “All are considered innovators, pioneers and rank among the best, if not the best, of all time at their craft. So, having Jim Sammons on the Jackson Kayak team is literally a dream. In fact, someone pinch me to make sure this is real!"

“This is awesome news!” states Jackson President, Eric “EJ” Jackson. “The entire team is stoked that Jim has found his way to us. This is an exciting era for us all”

“I have been in the kayak fishing business for twenty years and kayak companies like Jackson Kayak don’t come around every day,” States Jim Sammons, “Besides being great people to work with they have quickly become innovators in fishing kayak design bringing the things that kayak anglers want to the market. When the deal came down that Jackson Kayaks wanted to work with me and be involved with my show I was more excited than I can tell you. I wanted to shout it out and let everyone know, that we have a great partnership with this amazing brand, which I know will last for years. With Jacksons help our show is going to get better and better, the sky is the limit for The Kayak Fishing Show now that we have Jackson Kayak on our side.”

About Jim Sammons: A San Diego California native and certified fish and game and IGFA licensed guide, Jim is recognized worldwide as a pioneer in the sport of kayak fishing. Involved in the sport of kayak fishing for over twenty years he owns and runs La Jolla Kayak Fishing Adventures guide service and has work closely with kayak manufacturers on the development of new kayak designs and with various fishing tackle and kayak accessory companies on their growing kayak fishing line of products.

About Jackson Kayak: Jackson Kayak was founded in 2003 by Eric Jackson and Tony Lunt. Currently located in Sparta, Tenn., near the Caney Fork River, Jackson Kayak designs, builds, and manufactures leading whitewater, fishing and exploration paddlesports products. With the moto “Build it like it’s your own”, all of their products are Made in the USA in growing support of the local Tennessee economy. Market leaders in both the whitewater and kayak fishing kayak manufacturing and strong in the exploration sector, Jackson Kayak continues to introduce new product lines each year; this year including a new SUP line amongst 8 new products for 2013. Jackson Kayaks success is largely due to delivering high quality products through paddlesports specialty shops globally; all supported by regional, national and international team members who are engaged to promote the paddling lifestyle

ful-rac · 03-15-2013, 04:30 PM

Whaaaat!? So sammons dumped Ocean Kayak and went with Jackson?

Biggameaddict · 03-15-2013, 04:36 PM

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Originally Posted by ful-rac

Whaaaat!? So sammons dumped Ocean Kayak and went with Jackson?

Money talks, bullshit walks.

ful-rac · 03-15-2013, 04:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Biggameaddict

Money talks, bullshit walks.

So what you sayn Sammons sold out to the man!?

Biggameaddict · 03-15-2013, 05:26 PM

From the way he always talked about ocean kayaks being the #1 brand and have the best qulity and all and now he says the same for jackson kayaks.

TEAMFISH · 03-15-2013, 05:29 PM

Oh Crap!!!

Does this mean I have to sell the Trident?

Hell No!

Biggameaddict · 03-15-2013, 05:30 PM

From the way he talks about ocean kayak being the #1 brand and having the best quality and the most features but now he signed an agreement with jackson kayaks makes me think that.

TEAMFISH · 03-15-2013, 05:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Biggameaddict

From the way he talks about ocean kayak being the #1 brand and having the best quality and the most features but now he signed an agreement with jackson kayaks makes me think that.

Wouldn't you? Someone is going to pay you to fish from thier yak, T.V. show, endorsements......Sounds like a normal career move.

03-15-2013, 04:30 PM	#2
ful-rac Emperor Join Date: May 2009 Location: Buena Park Posts: 3,649	Whaaaat!? So sammons dumped Ocean Kayak and went with Jackson? __________________ There's nothing colder than yesterday's hotdog.

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Biggameaddict The Kayak Peddler Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Hollywood Posts: 591	From the way he always talked about ocean kayaks being the #1 brand and have the best qulity and all and now he says the same for jackson kayaks. __________________ Keep your rod close, your gaff closer, and your paddle on a leash.

03-15-2013, 05:30 PM	#7
Biggameaddict The Kayak Peddler Join Date: Aug 2012 Location: North Hollywood Posts: 591	From the way he talks about ocean kayak being the #1 brand and having the best quality and the most features but now he signed an agreement with jackson kayaks makes me think that. __________________ Keep your rod close, your gaff closer, and your paddle on a leash.

03-15-2013, 03:17 PM	#1
The Nothing Junior Join Date: Feb 2013 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 11	Jim Sammons joins Jackson Kayak already been some talk about building a more suitable kayak for the west coast, now Jackson just picked up Jim Sammons: http://www.yakangler.com/spotlight/i...ns-jim-sammons March 15, 2013– Jackson Kayak Welcomes Kayak Fishing Legend Jim Sammons to Team Jackson Kayak Jackson Kayak announced this morning the signing of Jim Sammons to their kayak fishing team. The partnership brings in this well respected fisherman but also puts Jackson Kayak at the helm as sponsor of two television shows starring Sammons: Kayak Fishing With Jim Sammons (on WFN) and Extreme Fishing Challenge (on NBC Sports). Both shows are produced and directed by Heliconia Press, a leader in paddle sports production. "Michael Jordan, Jack Nicklaus, Eric Jackson, Jim Sammons. What do they all have in common? “ Asks Drew Gregory, Jackson Kayaks team lead and fishing designer, “All are considered innovators, pioneers and rank among the best, if not the best, of all time at their craft. So, having Jim Sammons on the Jackson Kayak team is literally a dream. In fact, someone pinch me to make sure this is real!" “This is awesome news!” states Jackson President, Eric “EJ” Jackson. “The entire team is stoked that Jim has found his way to us. This is an exciting era for us all” “I have been in the kayak fishing business for twenty years and kayak companies like Jackson Kayak don’t come around every day,” States Jim Sammons, “Besides being great people to work with they have quickly become innovators in fishing kayak design bringing the things that kayak anglers want to the market. When the deal came down that Jackson Kayaks wanted to work with me and be involved with my show I was more excited than I can tell you. I wanted to shout it out and let everyone know, that we have a great partnership with this amazing brand, which I know will last for years. With Jacksons help our show is going to get better and better, the sky is the limit for The Kayak Fishing Show now that we have Jackson Kayak on our side.” About Jim Sammons: A San Diego California native and certified fish and game and IGFA licensed guide, Jim is recognized worldwide as a pioneer in the sport of kayak fishing. Involved in the sport of kayak fishing for over twenty years he owns and runs La Jolla Kayak Fishing Adventures guide service and has work closely with kayak manufacturers on the development of new kayak designs and with various fishing tackle and kayak accessory companies on their growing kayak fishing line of products. About Jackson Kayak: Jackson Kayak was founded in 2003 by Eric Jackson and Tony Lunt. Currently located in Sparta, Tenn., near the Caney Fork River, Jackson Kayak designs, builds, and manufactures leading whitewater, fishing and exploration paddlesports products. With the moto “Build it like it’s your own”, all of their products are Made in the USA in growing support of the local Tennessee economy. Market leaders in both the whitewater and kayak fishing kayak manufacturing and strong in the exploration sector, Jackson Kayak continues to introduce new product lines each year; this year including a new SUP line amongst 8 new products for 2013. Jackson Kayaks success is largely due to delivering high quality products through paddlesports specialty shops globally; all supported by regional, national and international team members who are engaged to promote the paddling lifestyle __________________ ~Isaac

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TEAMFISH Team Kayak Obesessions Join Date: Apr 2011 Location: Torrance Posts: 256	Oh Crap!!! Does this mean I have to sell the Trident? Hell No!