Author Topic: 2018 Gene Curtis Memorial GTA Fun Shoot/Airgun Show (Read 58843 times - 1 votes)
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tracker1955 · « **Reply #260 on:** May 16, 2018, 09:18:44 AM »

Triggertreat (Keith) and I leave here around 7-7:30 AM Thursday, bout 5 and 3/4 hours per mapquest. Will be loading all the gear today when my wife is done with the Highlander. Made a 4" gong on chains for guys to take long shots at, Home Depot parts cost about $7. We'll see how it holds up.

Sfttailrdr46 · « **Reply #261 on:** May 16, 2018, 10:06:54 AM »

When the Jersey Boys got together for a fun shoot a couple years back I had the pleasure of shooting a Motorhead tuned HW97 of Joe Palone another GTA member. I also at the time owned a TX200 MK III that I home tuned with a Vortek SHO kit> I also still own the Diana D460 with the T06 trigger, this rifle also has a Vortek SHO spring kit install. In my humble opinion all are fine rifles and in the springer class all are definitely well worth the price.

chardosmith · « **Reply #262 on:** May 16, 2018, 10:33:12 AM »

I'll bring a TX200 and its pretty sister - the ProSport. I'll even let the big cousin tag along - the Pro Elite.

Any interest in seeing a TX200 SR?

Rescue35 · « **Reply #263 on:** May 17, 2018, 10:34:51 PM »

I'll see all of you tomorrow about midday. Try to stay dry.

ezman604 · « **Reply #264 on:** May 17, 2018, 11:51:51 PM »

Safe travels Jody.
We arrived here late afternoon Wednesday. Bob and Bob beat us here by 15 minutes. LOL
We hooked up at the River Lodge then headed out to see Eric and look over the place. Eric was busting it on the tractor and mower. We walked the levee and discussed the setup, the predicted weather and our best setup. Then we set out to cruise the area looking at different lodging and eating establishments in preparation for next year.

We hit it again early this morning and saw a few more folks arrive. Keith & Tom and Lloyd & Marty. As well as getting to meet uglymike. As always, it is absolutely fantastic to see old friends and meet new ones. We walked around and decided to make some changes to the firing line. It was a far better setup than we initially envisioned. It may be a shorter firing line but it's a much better one. If we have to (and I really don't think we will have to) we can take turns firing, checking out the indoor setup, eating and visiting with other members. We are once again a work in progress with our fun shoot. It's really a time to get together after all. I hope all that attend walk away glad they came and will be looking forward to the next one on their way home from this one. I know I will.

There are quite a few folks that we will sorely miss this year. Some were for medical reasons and some were work/retirement related. Just know how much all of you are missed, this event IS a family reunion. And it is much less of one without you there. So those that are making it here for the first time, we are extremely proud to see you here. And know you are here to help us handle missing our long time family members that can't be here. We want to see ALL of you next time.
Tomorrow we start the setup inside the Expo Center. I like to set up a little display to hopefully entertain you. Last year was a display of airguns Gene either built from scratch, customized or had in his personal collection. This year is the many faces of the venerable MRod. LOL
I already have an idea for next years display. We will also be setting out the fantastic items our members & vendors have donated. We will start the raffle ticket sales. As well as have the GTA items for you to buy and proudly wear. Every dime collected from raffle and GTA items sales goes right back into your forum. And helps pay for this annual event.
It's a lot of work but seeing everyone and helping you have a good time is a great reward for me & Teresa. Even if she is hobbling around with a fractured foot. LOL
For those coming, safe travels. We will be glad to see you!!! For those not making it this year, we WANT to see you next year!!!
More to come...

mobilemail · « **Reply #265 on:** May 18, 2018, 06:34:51 AM »

I will be leaving within the hour!

Geoff · « **Reply #266 on:** May 18, 2018, 11:24:44 AM »

sadly tire problems (with brand tires ) SNAFU'd me making the trip this year. I was heading out Thursday when balance issues at highway speeds reared its ugly head. i had not driven on the highway since they were installed earlier this week. 8ish hours with wobbly tires was not something i wanted to mess with.

Shoot well all and looking forward to photos !

chibasan · « **Reply #267 on:** May 18, 2018, 02:01:34 PM »

I arrived at Memphis around 9:30, got the rental Mustang and hit the road. I’m currently in Trumann eating lunch and then it should be another hour or two.

Privateer · « **Reply #268 on:** May 18, 2018, 04:08:16 PM »

You can be sure I'm missing all my friends that are able to be there.

And wouldn't you know? Rocker1 was gonna take me off his hit list if I was there!

triggertreat · « **Reply #269 on:** May 18, 2018, 09:53:34 PM »

Yes Jeff you are missing out. I just finished my second day here at the Fun Shoot and the raffle prizes this year have really stepped up from last year. There's a big turn out too and everyone is having a great time shooting and greeting others. There are a lot more targets out this year too from 25 yards all the way out to 150 yards. Some really neat ones too. Definitely having a blast here and no big rain issues either. We are also able to drive our vehicles right up to where we are shooting from which was a last minute upgrade Dez worked out which has made this event really enjoyable. Nice setup with plenty of crosswinds to keep us on our toes though. Tomorrow's main events should be very interesting. Wish me luck, lol.

Rescue35 · « **Reply #270 on:** May 18, 2018, 10:20:03 PM »

I made it in about 1:30PM and it has been a blast. THis is the first one I've been able to make it to. Everyone is just as friendly as you would expect, and more than happy to talk about all things fun in life. Lots of shooting too!

Privateer · « **Reply #271 on:** May 18, 2018, 10:45:50 PM »

Thanks for rubbing it in Keith!

Now I have to sit here for days waiting for the obligatory pictures!!

tatanka50/Tank · « **Reply #272 on:** May 19, 2018, 02:00:37 PM »

Geoff.....I couldn't make it this year, either. Not able to take time off from work. Miss seeing you at the shoots. Maybe next year.

oldpro · « **Reply #273 on:** May 19, 2018, 02:08:35 PM »

Im setting at home as well very frustrated My body wouldnt co.operate but I sent some gifts from JSAR so Im there in spirit. So sorry I couldnt make it. Further back treatments may allow me to be there next year. Please post pics of my friends asap.

Privateer · « **Reply #274 on:** May 19, 2018, 02:30:28 PM »

Here it is Saturday already and no pictures!

Some people are having way to much fun and it's raining here so I can't shoot!

Tater · « **Reply #275 on:** May 19, 2018, 04:11:42 PM »

Quote from: Jeff aka Privateer on May 18, 2018, 04:08:16 PM

You can be sure I'm missing all my friends that are able to be there.

And wouldn't you know? Rocker1 was gonna take me off his hit list if I was there!

Same here, we really miss seeing you guys. I hope you get great weather and I know you're all having fun. Looking forward to the pics.

triggertreat · « **Reply #276 on:** May 19, 2018, 08:57:26 PM »

Marauder takes the win in the PCP class for the second year in a row at the GTA Fun Shoot. Congrats to C.J. (Ozarkairgunner) who won 1st place with a .25 cal Marauder.

Privateer · « **Reply #277 on:** May 19, 2018, 09:06:51 PM »

Tell CJ I said way to Go Mate!!!

(You Guys are so Lucky me and the Nova ain't there!)

tracker1955 · « **Reply #278 on:** May 19, 2018, 09:08:33 PM »

The weather has been great but very hot and humid, raffle today was great with nice prizes from our vendors, I didn't win anything again of course. Fun seems to be being had by all. I didn't shoot in the paintball contest today, my Marauder decided today was a good time for my valve poppet to break and leak all the air from my tube. Oh well, there's always next year. My thanks to Dave and his lovely wife for all their hard work. I know the amount of work that goes into an event like this having been a past president of a large model airplane club in Florida, we're very lucky to have them. Thanks Dave.

triggertreat · « **Reply #279 on:** May 19, 2018, 11:55:49 PM »

Yes, I did take some pictures and will upload once I get home tomorrow and process them. I know Jeff from Trenier Outdoors had a video camera going so maybe he will share too.

It was hot but the rains held off. I had the .22 Synrod really dialed in well, but missed the holdover by a small margin as the wind really picked up at the squeeze. Oh well, I still had a great time and did win $300 worth of goodies from JSAR. Sorry Travis couldn't make it and am wishing him a fast recovery.

A special thanks to Dave and his better half for putting this event together. It really turned out to be a great one and I am really impressed at how these two made this event even better than the last one with being at a new venue too. Amazing couple for sure.

If anyone wants to learn how to knockdown all of the paint balls with one shot, just ask Dave (Dez).

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