What an opening schot, what a demonstration of pure class! Last weekend, the prestigious one-day long-distance race from Argenton sur Creuse took place, and the final results leave absolutely no room for doubt. Combinatie Nico Blokker & Co from Wijk bij Duurstede completely outclassed the competition. Against a massive field of no less than 6,066 pigeons in the race, this magnificent trio claimed the absolute first prize in the South East Section! This is pigeon racing at the highest level. It is the ultimate proof that passion, an rock-solid strain, and pure craftsmanship always rise to the top.
Tailwinds all the way: A bullet train from France
I know what you are thinking: with a winning speed of 1840 meters per minute, they must have had a serious breeze pushing them home! And you are absolutely right. The birds were liberated at 7.00 AM under a lightly clouded sky with a gentle south-easterly wind. That wind quickly turned right into their tails, turning the race into a blistering, high-speed sprint. This was no grueling, exhausting slog, but a flying storm where the birds had to perform at maximum velocity from the very first yard. In a lightning-fast race like this, you cannot afford to slack off for even a single second, because one minor miscalculation from a pigeon means missing the boat entirely.
With a distance of no less than 660 kilometers ahead of them, the top athletes of Nico Blokker & Co had to show they mastered this high-speed flying down to a science. The winning bird, NL25-1161428, was clocked at exactly 12:58:58 PM. That clocks in at a breathtaking average speed of over 110 kilometers per hour! A fabulous performance that left the competition far behind. By the way, the absolute superstar of the day, the 428, had already been showing his incredible form all week long during home training by simply refusing to trap immediately upon arrival. Pure energy and confidence!
The numbers don’t lie: Dominance across the board
Winning the first prize is phenomenal, but the way Combinatie Nico Blokker & Co dominated the entire field is what makes it truly impressive. Just take a look at the incredible series these cracks put together:
The Absolute Grand Prize: 1st place against 6,066 pigeons with the rock-solid yearling 5-1161428.
A Masterclass Series: While the rest of the competitors were still staring at the sky, Nico and Erwin clocked one top bird after another, securing early prizes like 163rd, 235th, 450th, and 465th place against thousands of rivals.
Incredible Strength in Depth: In total, they placed no less than 9 top birds deep in the prizes during this fast race, proving the immense quality of the entire racing team.
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This is certainly no fluke, as the loft has been in peak condition for weeks. Just two weeks ago, during the national race from Issoudun, the Blokker Pigeons already showed their teeth. On that day, the NL25-1161434 flew a fantastic 14th NPO against a massive field of 5,279 pigeons!
The secret behind the success: Elite bloodlines and a baker’s mentality
This level of success does not just drop from the sky. Nico Blokker has lived and breathed pigeons since 1982. About eight years ago, he joined forces with Erwin to create an unstoppable duo. Since Erwin is a baker by trade, early mornings and strict schedules are practically part of his DNA, making his work and the pigeon sport a perfect match. Add to that the mother of the house, who supports the team wherever she can and completely dedicates herself to caring for the young birds, and you have the golden recipe for a top-tier loft.
The management system at the loft is executed to perfection. They race both cocks and hens on total widowhood. The discipline is rock-solid: all pigeons train once a day, strictly on the flag. When it comes to nutrition, these athletes want for nothing. The birds have access to food all day long, feeding on the premium Bakker Exclusive mixture from Robaeys, topped off with a delicious energy boost of small seeds and hemp for dessert.
This elite care delivers maximum returns thanks to the fabulous quality residing in the lofts. The main focus of the partnership is middle-distance and one-day long-distance racing. To reach the absolute top of their game, they have invested heavily over the past few years in the absolute finest bloodlines flying in the Netherlands. Consequently, the breeding loft consists exclusively of birds from absolute top-tier lofts, namely R.C. Bakker, Team GPS, Hans Hak, and Combinatie Verbree.
Just look at the genes of the winners to see how that strategy pays off:
The Argenton Winner (NL25-1161428): A phenomenal powerhouse whose pedigree features the legendary Germiny no less than 3 times, as well as 3 times the famous 811, the mother of Artus.
The Issoudun Topper (NL25-1161434): This bird won 14th NPO and is a descendant on the sire’s side of Team GPS, featuring the top line of Coby in its pedigree. On the dam’s side, we see the noble class of R.C. Bakker, with that irreplaceable Germiny bloodline appearing once again.
It is this rock-solid genetic foundation, combined with unwavering passion and discipline, that ensures the Blokker Pigeons fly the roof off week after week. Previous Teletext mentions, like the 8th NPO Issoudun and the 3rd NPO Chateaudun against thousands of pigeons, were already clear warnings to the competition. With this legendary first section win from Argenton, they have put the absolute crown on their hard work.
Pigeon racing is alive and kicking!
Races like this show exactly why pigeon racing is the greatest hobby in the world. It is the ultimate thrill when the adrenaline rushes through your body as a true rocket drops from the sky after flying hundreds of kilometers. Combinatie Nico Blokker & Co proves that with the right mindset, a tight-knit family team, and top-quality birds, you can conquer the world.
Keep a close eye on these birds, because the season is far from over and these Blokker Pigeons have clearly developed a taste for gold! Take it from PigeonBoss.com!
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
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