Joost de Vries from Lunteren Makes History in Melun Andrezel

Published on 11 September 2025 at 09:34
De Vries Racing Pigeons

The Race in Numbers

This weekend, Section 8 witnessed a memorable edition of Melun Andrezel. The big winner is Joost de Vries from Lunteren. With his crack pigeon NL25-1061021, he etched his name into the history of pigeon racing. His winning bird clocked at 14:18:27 with a remarkable 1380.783 m/min.

Joost is a man of action rather than words. By trade he works as a plumber, a profession that requires precision, craftsmanship and perseverance. Those same qualities shine through in his loft management: structure, discipline and attention to detail.

  • Total pigeons entered: 4304

  • Liberation point and distance: Melun Andrezel – 439.710 km to Lunteren

  • Liberation time: September 6, 2025 at 09:00 AM

  • Winning speed: 1380.783 m/min

  • Highlight: R.M.C. Kampert dominated with five pigeons in the top ten, while Joost de Vries claimed the ultimate victory.

A challenging race where precision and endurance made all the difference.

And the winner is: NL.25-1061021 V “Dewey”

Identity & Color

  • Ring number: NL. 25-1061021 "Dewey"

  • Sex: Hen

  • Color: Blue

  • Breeder/Owner: C. van Ginkel

  • Bred for: J. de Vries

Own Performance

  • 1st NPO Melun vs 4,303 pigeons – an outstanding performance that immediately proves “Dewey’s” class.

Pedigree

Sire: NL 18-1583864 M “Little Luc” (TXT) – C. van Ginkel

  • 1st National Ace Pigeon Fondspiegel 2019–2020

  • 3rd Ace Pigeon LD Combine 2019

  • 4th Ace Pigeon LD Combine 2020

  • A true breeding force, with children and grandchildren scoring top results from Tienen, Bierges, Fay aux Loges, and more.

Grandparents (sire side):

  • NL 17-1776879 M “De Smalle” – son of “Little Luc,” himself 3rd and 4th Ace Pigeon LD Combine.

  • NL 16-1325077 V “Intellect Hestia” – top bloodlines from W.A. de Bruijn (“Klein Blauw 495”) crossed with H. Pol (“De 574”).

Dam: 20-4214529 V “Sister Goddess Flojo” – P. Veenstra

  • Sister of the famous “Goddess Flojo” – winner of Saulieu 1/6782, Sens NPO 15/3603, and many other top prizes.

  • Direct from the proven Veenstra powerhouse lines with worldwide references.

Grandparents (dam side):

  • 13-1585152 M “Gucci” – P. Veenstra.

  • 19-1165725 V “New Miss Thomas” – daughter of DV 01696-18-6 M “Thomas 6” (Ganus Family Loft, Final Race Golden Algarve OLR 2018) x CHN 17-11-0227000 V “Return Flojo” (one of the very best ever raced in the SAMDPR).

Summary

“Dewey” is a blue hen that unites the supreme class of C. van Ginkel with the world-famous Veenstra lines. On the sire’s side, we find the dominance of “Little Luc”, a National Ace Pigeon who has proven to pass on his winning genes time and again. On the dam’s side, we encounter the unmatched Flojo line of P. Veenstra, enriched with Ganus/SAMDPR bloodlines.

With a 1st NPO Melun against 4,303 pigeons on her record and a pedigree stacked with National and International champions, “Dewey” is a hen built for greatness – a treasure for both racing loft and breeding loft.

Joost de Vries — Plumber with Bravoure

The big winner is Joost de Vries from Lunteren. With his crack pigeon NL25-1061021, he etched his name into the history of pigeon racing. His winning bird clocked at 14:18:27 with a remarkable 1380.783 m/min.

Joost is a man of action rather than words. By trade he works as a plumber, a profession that requires precision, craftsmanship and perseverance. Those same qualities shine through in his loft management: structure, discipline and attention to detail.

Outside of pigeon racing, Joost is a passionate walker. He even completed the legendary Nijmegen Four Days Marches, a feat that, much like pigeon racing, demands endurance and rhythm. This balance between daily life and top-level sport defines him as a fancier: steady, persistent and focused.

Winner’s Key Stats

  • Pigeons entered: 20

  • Prizes won: 5

  • Prize percentage: 25%

  • Winning pigeon ring number: NL25-1061021

  • Distance and time: 439.710 km — 14:18:27

  • Speed: 1380.783 m/min

A result that proves quality and structure outweigh quantity.

The Top Ten — Pure Class on Display

  1. Joost de Vries — Lunteren

  2. R.M.C. Kampert — Ederveen

  3. R.M.C. Kampert — Ederveen

  4. R.M.C. Kampert — Ederveen

  5. Comb. Aalberts/Kok — Andelst

  6. Combinatie Ebben — Boven-Leeuwen

  7. R.M.C. Kampert — Ederveen

  8. R.M.C. Kampert — Ederveen

  9. Comb. Aalberts/Kok — Andelst

  10. G.J. Wolff & Zn — Hattemerbroek

While De Vries captured the ultimate win, R.M.C. Kampert demonstrated incredible depth with no fewer than five pigeons in the top ten. It was a true clash of titans showcasing the strength of Dutch Racing Pigeons at the highest level.

Analysis of the Performance

Joost de Vries shows how everyday life and top-level racing can go hand in hand. His precision as a plumber, his endurance as a walker, and his discipline as a fancier combine into a formula for success.

At the same time, R.M.C. Kampert proved that loft depth and team strength are decisive when it comes to consistently fighting for the top of the results sheet. Together they turned Melun Andrezel F36 into a race that will be remembered for its passion and perfection.

Win With The Pigeon Boss

Pigeon Boss Perspective

The victory of Joost de Vries is more than just a fine result. It is a tribute to the power of the everyday fancier who, through structure and discipline, achieves extraordinary results. This is the essence of pigeon racing: ordinary people achieving extraordinary performances.

The Pigeon Boss sees in Joost de Vries an example for many. His story proves that Racing Pigeons remain alive and full of unique characters that give the sport its soul.

Until the next blog,

Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss

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