The combination Poelstra & Boelens from Assen has done it again. During the Châlons Champagne race of Fondclub Noord Nederland, Region 1, flown on September 6 2025, their young bird NL25-54741603 showed true class by winning 1st Region 1 and becoming the fastest pigeon of Regions 1 and 2 against 1,260 young birds.
Over a distance of 469 kilometers, this young hen clocked an impressive 1374 m/min. That kind of performance doesn’t happen by accident. It’s the result of structure, daily discipline, and pure passion from two fanciers who truly master the art of building form.
A Season that Ended on a High Note
Anyone following Poelstra & Boelens Pigeons this season saw this result coming. Their young bird team had been flying with authority for weeks.
- Arlon – 1st Region 1 and fastest in Regions 1 and 2 against 1,624 pigeons
- Marche – 3rd Region 1 and 6th Regions 1 and 2
- Châlons Champagne – 1st Region 1 and again fastest in Regions 1 and 2 against 1,260 pigeons
Three weeks of consistency at the very top. That’s not luck, that’s management and mastery.
The Winning Pigeon “603”
NL25-4741603 is a blue bar hen with race-winning attitude, obtained by voucher from A. van Guldener in Ubbena, already showing front results with 1 from 1260 at Châlons, 6 from 1547 at Marche and 100 from 399 at Weert; her sire is NL24-8049838 “Douwe” (D & P Soepboer), grandson of the famous “Postwoman,” backed by NL20-1304709 of Rien and Bas Weijers and NL16-1048197 “Daughter Postwoman,” granddam of “Dizzy” 3rd NPO 7175 birds and Courtisol 6th NPO 4854 birds, while the line also carries NL15-1875412 “Sirius/Superbreeder” paired to NL14-1405335 “Postwoman”; her dam NL22-4783531 (A. van Guldener) is a multiple winner and Section 10 Natoer Pigeon Champion 2024, out of NL13-1958778 “Henri” bred from NL10-2059267 “Max” and NL09-1698944 “Renate,” with the base strengthened by NL17-4700528 from NL10-1336105 and NL12-1104139, delivering a logical, competitive blend for sprint, middle distance and one-day long distance that fits both the race team and the breeding loft
Smart Management, Strong Results
Nineteen youngsters were basketed and eight made the result list. A 42% score rate on a demanding middle-distance race says everything about the loft’s balance. Roel and Tim focus on quality, not numbers. They race with precision, respect for recovery, and trust in the pigeons that earn their place.
Modern Thinking, Classic Passion
Roel Poelstra and Tim Boelens represent the new generation of Dutch pigeon sport — blending old-school craftsmanship with a modern approach. Their loft is proof that structure, dedication, and care still create champions.
Pigeon Boss Tip
Quality over quantity. Learn each pigeon individually, train them to peak when it matters, and never chase results without rhythm. Poelstra & Boelens Pigeons prove that this method brings lasting success.
This victory is more than just another 1st prize. It’s a statement — that real pigeon sport is alive, evolving, and very much thriving in the north.
Congratulations to Roel and Tim from Assen — true ambassadors of form, focus, and love for the pigeon.
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
