I tell it all, no nonsense, no beating around the bush! No sugar-coating, no hidden agenda. I let the true champions shine and give all the beauty in our amazing sport the spotlight it deserves. Because this is it: the most incredible, fascinating sport in the world – Pigeon Racing!
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Jan de Wijs, The Real Pigeon Boss
Get ready to feel the heat, taste the thrill, and soar with the best—because the 2026 Carnival City Gold Cup in South Africa is calling all pigeon fanciers from across Europe to take part in one of the most exciting One Loft Races in the world!
The Dutch pigeon sport is alive and thriving — and no team shows that better than Team Nijman from Heemskerk. On Saturday, April 19, during the race from Lennik (BE), they delivered another masterclass in consistency, quality, and teamwork.
In the passionate and fiercely competitive world of racing pigeons, champions aren’t born—they're bred, trained, and loved into greatness. And once in a while, a pigeon comes along who turns heads not only in her loft, but across the entire nation. Today, I’m beyond proud to introduce you to such a gem: BE22-4149604 "Lotte", the young hen who’s taking Belgian pigeon racing by storm.
On Saturday, April 12th, 2025, the first sprint race of the season for Dutch Region 7 South (Afdeling 7 Zuid) took place, with the liberation point in Bierges, Belgium. The weather conditions were perfect for a fast race: clear skies, mild temperatures of 10°C, and a light southeast wind. At 9:10 AM, a total of 7,538 racing pigeons from 257 fanciers were released for this early-season classic.
The pigeon racing season is shifting into high gear! Fanciers all over the Netherlands are preparing for an exciting weekend as their feathered athletes get ready to take flight. The baskets are full, the lofts are buzzing with anticipation, and the weather forecast couldn’t be more promising. Let’s take a look at who’s liberating where this Saturday!
What a fantastic kickoff to the new racing season! Under perfect weather conditions, thousands of pigeon fanciers got back into action. The excitement was palpable, expectations were high, and our feathered athletes were ready to show what they’re made of.
1st National Ace Pigeon KBDB Youngsters Speed 2022
Now available for reservation: youngsters (male or female) from the legendary speed racer ROMULUS, the pigeon that dominated Belgium’s toughest young bird competitions in 2022. Pigeons are bred by Markus Bauer and will be delivered In consultation with Markus.
ROMULUS' Race Results – 2022 Season Highlights:
🥇 1st / 1,106 birds – Momignies (138 km)
🥇 1st / 692 birds – Momignies (138 km)
🥇 1st / 2,861 birds – Soissons (226 km)
🥈 2nd / 3,185 birds – Soissons (226 km)
🥈 2nd / 3,282 birds – Momignies (138 km)
4th / 662 birds – Momignies (138 km)
📌 Bred & raced by: Francis Vanhamel
📌 Owned by: Markus Bauer
Last Wednesday, I loaded up a group of pigeons and drove to Steenbergen for a training toss. Everything seemed perfect — blue skies, a light tailwind, and a basket full of eager wings. But when I got back home, I noticed something was off. Three of the birds didn’t return on time. They came back eventually, but much later than expected, and visibly tired.
Now, most fanciers would chalk it up to a tough day and move on. But here at my loft, every pigeon gets the attention it deserves — not just physically, but mentally too. And believe me, that mental side is massively underestimated in the pigeon sport.
As a pigeon racing enthusiast, I know better than anyone how important proper nutrition is for our feathered athletes. But besides a balanced feeding regimen, grit and minerals are just as essential! Yet, I still see some fanciers paying too little attention to this. That's why today, my Pigeon Boss Tip: never underestimate the importance of grit and minerals!
If you want to give your marathon pigeons a natural performance boost, Herbovet Herbobeets is the perfect addition to their diet. This concentrated beet juice is one of the top products for improving endurance and recovery in pigeons. I’ve been using beet juice for years and have seen firsthand how it enhances oxygen efficiency and speeds up recovery after long flights.
Training racing pigeons is a crucial step in preparing for a successful flying season. Yet, I see many fanciers still approaching this the wrong way. As The Real Pigeon Boss, with decades of experience, I have developed a method that consistently delivers results. Here, I share my insights on the best approach to training your pigeons.
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