No nonsense. No sugar-coating. No hidden agenda. I say it like it is—because the truth deserves the spotlight. I highlight the real champions, share the most beautiful stories, and celebrate every aspect of our amazing sport: Racing Pigeons. This isn’t just a hobby. It’s the most incredible, fascinating, and competitive sport in the world—Pigeon Racing at its finest!
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
On Saturday, May 17th 2025, the Rethel race (376 km) became the stage for a sensational performance by the renowned Gebr. A & B Leideman from Collendoorn. With a strong northwest headwind and a liberation at 11:15 AM, their pigeons simply outflew the rest — and we mean everyone.
On Saturday, May 10, 2025, the skies over Zeeland witnessed another masterclass in pigeon racing. The race from Melun Andrezel—a distance of 327 kilometers to Middelburg—featured 8,675 pigeons in the competition. With ideal conditions, a 7:15 AM liberation, and a gentle eastern breeze, it was a perfect day for racing. And yet, one fancier stood head and shoulders above the rest: Gijs Baan.
Saturday, May 10th, 2025 – a day to remember in Dutch pigeon racing. From the heart of Region 1711, the spotlight shone brightly on Jarco de Jong, a young, passionate fancier who continues to defy expectations with each passing season. Racing from Pont-Saint-Maxence (339.885 km), Jarco delivered an awe-inspiring performance: 1st prize overall and an incredible 27 prizes out of just 35 pigeons entered!
On Saturday, May 10th, 2025, the skies above Brabant turned electric as 11,781 pigeons were released from Nanteuil (Chevrainvilliers) at 07:45 AM for a mid-distance race of approximately 353 kilometers. With clear skies, a mild eastern breeze, and warm spring weather, conditions were ideal for a fair yet competitive race.
The Top Mix May Auction 2025 on Amazing-Wings is now live — and trust me, this is one you definitely don’t want to miss. As the Pigeon Boss, I follow the market closely every day… and I can tell you without a doubt: this auction offers top-quality birds at honest prices, with full transparency.
The first major middle-distance race of the 2025 season in Section 6 was one for the history books. On Sunday, May 3rd, a staggering 11,523 pigeons from 440 fanciers were released at 07:15 from Morlincourt-Noyon. Under ideal conditions—light clouds, a light northeast wind, and a temperature of 10°C—one name soared above the rest: Lex Udo.
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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