TripleDigitRide

I would so do me if I were you.

What he said. In My Humble Opinion.

I decided to call the David Crockett State Park Restaurant to double check that they do not serve alcohol. They do not. The young lady I spoke with did say that carrying of firearms in the restaurant is allowed. However, they would likely call for a Ranger just to make sure you have a valid HCP. Hopefully this won't be a major issue with anyone who decides to join us for the ride. If it is, finding another location for lunch is an option.

Criminal Minds

Eeeeew! Paint it. Black.

Don't forget about the rest of us. Sending photos via PM is always an option.

UBRL, IMHO.

Noted! Yes = 97% No = 2% Undecided = 1% Total votes = 5965318

What was the cause of the leak?

I think that I may have made some miscalculations when figuring the approximate mileage for the ride. After taking a closer look, I think it's safe to say that the actual mileage will be closer to 120 than 180.

Date: Saturday, May 15, 2010 Meeting Place: Shell Gas Station/Bar-B-Cutie (Next to Loveless Cafe) 8456 Highway 100 Nashville, TN 37221 Departure Time: 10:30 A.M. Lunch: David Crockett State Park Restaurant 1400 West Gaines (Highway 64) Lawrenceburg , TN 38464 There is no firm time for lunch, but it is important to keep in mind that Lunch is served Tuesday through Sunday from 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Route: From the Shell Station/Bar-B-Cutie, it's only 1-2 blocks (IIRC) to the entrance for The Natchez Trace Parkway. We will then travel roughly 70 miles South on The Natchez Trace Parkway. We will be exiting The Natchez Trace Parkway at Highway 64. Once at Highway 64, we will head East until we reach David Crockett State Park for lunch. As far as I know, there will not be anywhere to refuel during our stretch on The Natchez Trace Parkway. However, for those who may need to refuel, Self's Market is just 3-4 miles (on the left) from the intersection of The Natchez Trace Parkway and Highway 64. Self's Market is located on Highway 64 and Highway 240. For those who can wait to refuel until after lunch, we can determine a fuel stop at that time. After lunch, we will continue East a short distance on Highway 64. From Highway 64, we will head North on Highway 43 into Columbia, TN. Once in Columbia, Highway 43 turns into Highway 412/Bear Creek Pike (after crossing Highway 31). Highway 412/Bear Creek Pike will take us to exit 46 at Interstate 65. At this point, if we so decide, there are several establishments at this intersection to meet one last time for goodbyes before heading in our own directions. I guess this is assuming we have members coming from all directions. It is also important to note, the Natchez Trace Parkway is governed by the National Park Service, so it is perfectly LEGAL to carry loaded firearms while traveling this stretch of roadway. Because there were a couple members who mentioned a dislike for riding with a group, or riding with a group of riders who didn't ride the same type of bikes, I would like to make a couple suggestions in hopes of making everyone feel comfortable enough to join us. Riders with sport bikes tend to have the ability to go a little faster than those of us on cruisers. It may be a good idea for the riders with sport bikes to lead the pack. This will help ensure those with itchy throttle hands aren't stuck behind the slowpokes. Secondly, if you don't like to ride in a group setting, period, you don't have to. Everyone is more than welcome to ride at their own pace. Everyone will know where to meet for lunch, so no need to feel pressured into keeping up, or worse, decide not to attend the ride at all. We would like as many TGOers to attend this ride as possible, and I'd like to think we can make everyone comfortable enough to do so. Also, as far as I'm concerned, feel free to invite others. If you have family members or friend that would enjoy cruising with a bunch of gun nuts, bring 'em along. I'm sure I'm forgetting something, so feel free to make some suggestions. By no means is any of this set in stone. Based on the route mentioned above, this ride should be roughly 120 miles +/-, IIRC. Don't forget to vote in the poll. Update: I decided to call the David Crockett State Park Restaurant to double check that they do not serve alcohol. They do not. The young lady I spoke with did say that carrying of firearms in the restaurant is allowed. However, they would likely call for a Ranger just to make sure you have a valid HCP. Hopefully this won't be a major issue with anyone who decides to join us for the ride. If it is, finding another location for lunch is an option.

These may also help. Rifle & Pistol Targets

And there is a difference between the Natchez Trace State Park and the Natchez Trace Parkway. Not sure if you are confusing the two.

Natchez Trace Parkway is part of the U.S. National Park Service, so I see no reason why this would be illegal.

Why is Natchez Trace a no-go? I thought it was legal to carry on the Natchez after February 22nd.

Oops. Misread OP.

Go-Go Gadget ‘Brella!

I wonder why some of the other manufacturers haven't tried this.

I don't know of the brand name, but I've purchased the same type of targets at Academy Sports + Outdoors.

Total coincidence, but I just found this on the Fiocchi website.

Yeah, I just called a friend who works at Wal-mart. It is RWS.

Was it Fiocchi 123 gr?

Is it wrong for me to laugh out loud at the fact this moron got himself in trouble? For of those who don't know, Walt Baker, the CEO of the Tennessee Hospitality Association, has been doing everything in his power to ensure we are never allowed to carry our guns in restaurants that serve alcohol. Racist e-mail lands local businessman in hot water - WKRN, Nashville, Tennessee News, Weather, and Sports | Racist e-mail lands local businessman in hot water NASHVILLE, Tenn. - After accusations of racism and calls for him to step down, a prominent local businessman says he's sorry for forwarding a controversial email. Walt Baker, the CEO of the Tennessee Hospitality Association, is at the center of controversy after forwarding an e-mail that compared First Lady Michelle Obama to a chimpanzee. Metro Councilman Walter Hunt said he started to get phone calls about the e-mail on Friday. "I don't know what he was thinking," Hunt told News 2, "and the people who got [the e-mail] said I don't think it's funny." "It was demeaning, insulting, racist -- not only to her, but to every citizen in the city of Nashville and the state of Tennessee," said Hunt. Walt Baker initially brushed off the e-mail controversy, telling the Nashville Scene on Friday it was in good fun, but on Saturday he apologized. "It was wrong, my initial reaction to the story was wrong," Baker told News 2. "It was stupid and I am alone the responsible party in this." "I regret my actions and I'm going to regret my actions probably forever," he added. Baker forwarded the e-mail to several public figures in Nashville, including Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau president Butch Spyridon. In a statement to News 2, Spyridon said: "Nashville's hospitality industry has worked tirelessly to create a welcoming environment for our visitors and this behavior discredits the work done by so many. After serious consideration, the [Nashville Convention and Visitors Bureau] has made the decision to terminate its contract with Mr. Baker's marketing agency, Mercatus Communications. Baker tells News 2 that the board of the Tennessee Hospitality Association will meet Monday afternoon to discuss his future as CEO of the group, which lobbies in Nashville and Washington, D.C. on behalf of the state's hospitality industry. Metro Councilman Walter Hunt says the damage to Tennessee's reputation has already been done, and believes that Baker should step down as CEO. This isn't the first time Tennesseans and forwarded emails have gotten them in hot water. Tennessee legislative staffers had to undergo diversity training after Sherri Goforth, administrative assistant to state senator Diane Black (R-Gallatin), made national headlines in June of 2009 for forwarding a picture showing all of the United States presidents. In the space that would hold President Barack Obama's picture, there were two cartoon white eyes on a black background.

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