Yard Sale Training - Kayak Fishing Adventures on Big Water’s Edge

Argentcroix · 05-02-2011, 11:39 AM

Thanks to Jim, who led a fun and informative surf class last yesterday. I am sure that for many of you surf entry/exit is old hat, but for those of us just getting our feet wet (so to speak) its nice to have someone take the time to show us the ropes. Speaking only for myself, I found it pretty amazing how variable the surf was at the shores. Within a 20 minute span, the waves went from ouch, to where are they, and back to ouch again. Heading in and out of the surf got the girlfriend and I more than a few bumps and bruises to more than just the ego, but we also got quite a bit of confidence and awareness for that facet of the sport. If there are any of you that feel less than confident with the surf, talk to Jim about scheduling another class.

Thanks again Jim!

Socalrobt · 05-02-2011, 11:51 AM

I also attended the class yesterday. It is defiantly a must if you are going to go out in the open ocean and threw the surf. I learned some great techniques. It was a fun day with a very nice group of people. It is crazy how even the smallest wave will take you out. I recommend this class to anyone that is looking to improve there skills on a kayak.

A big thank you to Jim!

Jim Sammons LJKF · 05-02-2011, 03:14 PM

Thanks for coming out guys, the four of you made for a fun class and the waves were a good size to learn on, but made you pay if you made a mistake. Once you have the technique, going out and practicing will only make you better and more confidant. Going to try and do this class a little more frequently as I get calls for it on a regular basis.

Siebler · 05-02-2011, 03:43 PM

Jim, I want to come see your next class, give me a shout when you do it. Ive done a little surf stuff with MO and such but wouldnt mind more expert instruction, Especially sinc eyour famous and all

mtnbykr2 · 05-02-2011, 04:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Jim Sammons LJKF

Thanks for coming out guys, the four of you made for a fun class and the waves were a good size to learn on, but made you pay if you made a mistake. Once you have the technique, going out and practicing will only make you better and more confidant. Going to try and do this class a little more frequently as I get calls for it on a regular basis.

yeah after yesterday I need one of those refresher courses, and practice

Jimmyz123 · 05-02-2011, 04:18 PM

I'm down for one of these classes. Pride goes right out the window when it comes to safety.

sagwan1001 · 05-03-2011, 08:26 AM

I'm one of the four who attended this class. This is my first time launching on the surf. I was a fun class and I learned a lot from it. Made a few mistakes on the class but Jim showed me what I was doing wrong. I am confident that with practice I will eliminate those mistakes.

I highly recommend this class to any one who is new to the sport.

Thanks Jim!

05-02-2011, 11:39 AM	#1
Argentcroix Junior Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 18	Yard Sale Training Thanks to Jim, who led a fun and informative surf class last yesterday. I am sure that for many of you surf entry/exit is old hat, but for those of us just getting our feet wet (so to speak) its nice to have someone take the time to show us the ropes. Speaking only for myself, I found it pretty amazing how variable the surf was at the shores. Within a 20 minute span, the waves went from ouch, to where are they, and back to ouch again. Heading in and out of the surf got the girlfriend and I more than a few bumps and bruises to more than just the ego, but we also got quite a bit of confidence and awareness for that facet of the sport. If there are any of you that feel less than confident with the surf, talk to Jim about scheduling another class. Thanks again Jim!

05-02-2011, 03:14 PM	#3
Jim Sammons LJKF Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: San Diego CA Posts: 947	Thanks for coming out guys, the four of you made for a fun class and the waves were a good size to learn on, but made you pay if you made a mistake. Once you have the technique, going out and practicing will only make you better and more confidant. Going to try and do this class a little more frequently as I get calls for it on a regular basis. __________________ Jim Sammons La Jolla Kayak Fishing The Kayak Fishing Show JimSammons.com

05-02-2011, 03:43 PM	#4
Siebler Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Richland Oregon Posts: 1,547	Jim, I want to come see your next class, give me a shout when you do it. Ive done a little surf stuff with MO and such but wouldnt mind more expert instruction, Especially sinc eyour famous and all __________________ CJ Siebler

05-02-2011, 04:18 PM	#6
Jimmyz123 Senior Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: San Diego Posts: 2,385	I'm down for one of these classes. Pride goes right out the window when it comes to safety. __________________ No better time than being on the water, God Bless, JimmyZ

05-02-2011, 11:51 AM	#2
Socalrobt Senior Member Join Date: Nov 2009 Location: Chico/Anaheim Posts: 101	I also attended the class yesterday. It is defiantly a must if you are going to go out in the open ocean and threw the surf. I learned some great techniques. It was a fun day with a very nice group of people. It is crazy how even the smallest wave will take you out. I recommend this class to anyone that is looking to improve there skills on a kayak. A big thank you to Jim!

05-03-2011, 08:26 AM	#7
sagwan1001 Junior Join Date: Jul 2010 Posts: 13	I'm one of the four who attended this class. This is my first time launching on the surf. I was a fun class and I learned a lot from it. Made a few mistakes on the class but Jim showed me what I was doing wrong. I am confident that with practice I will eliminate those mistakes. I highly recommend this class to any one who is new to the sport. Thanks Jim!