The 13th edition of OLR Talent Quatro has officially kicked off. We have already welcomed the first young athletes this March 2026. In the heart of the Czech Republic, we are preparing for a season that will break all records. While bird flu unfortunately made a physical visit to the spring fair in Houten impossible,…
Why Early Feeding Elevates the Health and Performance of Your Racing Pigeons Why is the moment of launch the defining factor between success and failure? Many fanciers ask when they should start using BergerPearls No.1. My counter question is simple: why wait when the decisive advantage lies in an early start? BergerPearls No.1 is far…
The race: Hirson – Afdeling 8 On 24 August 2025, Afdeling 8 lined up for race Hirson (F34). A total of 4,270 young birds were basketed. Liberation took place at 08:50 in Hirson, with 258.987 km to cover for the winner in Ederveen. Conditions made for a fast race, and it quickly became clear: only…
In pigeon racing, there are many names, but few icons have rewritten the laws of speed like the “flying dentist” Willem de Bruijn. When we look at the colony of Horst and Frank Sander, we are essentially looking in the mirror of Willem de Bruijn. The Sanders have not only adopted the pigeons but also…
Let us be completely honest here: timing is everything in our sport. You might feel like the auction season is winding down, but for those who truly want to win, the clock never stops. You do not reach the absolute top by waiting around. You reach it by striking when the real gems are placed…
Sometimes the sport we love requires choices we would rather avoid. With a heavy heart, I, Wayne McPherson, announce on behalf of the Marlbank organization that the Summer Race 2026 is cancelled until further notice. This is a message we never wanted to send, yet honesty and transparency are the values we live by. Running…
I have made my decision. As of today, OLR Lasterie Zwiep in Murcia is officially Pigeon Boss Approved. I do not hand out my seal of approval to the first person who nails a loft together in their backyard. My followers know I only do business with men who understand the sport, breathe transparency, and…
It is a thrilling time for the Dutch pigeon sport. While the spring sun brings our birds into peak condition, bureaucratic reality forces us to remain patient for just a little longer. Here is the current state of affairs as of April 2, 2026, focusing on the balance between current restrictions and the hopeful signals…
We are pushing boundaries! With a healthy dose of pride and the necessary bravado, we announce that Talent Quatro from Šternberk, Czech Republic, has officially joined our impressive network. This is not just any race; it is an institution that we proudly label Pigeon Boss Approved! The Elite of the One Loft Racing World League…
In the world of pigeon racing, some live for the results and others for the heritage. The Aerts family from Mol and Turnhout masters both, turning the sport into an art form. With a collection dating back to the 19th century and a racing team storming the national rankings, Tom and Julien prove that passion…
