This weeks discussion of the week is…
What do you think the current state of pigeon racing is?
For example do you think pigeon racing is growing or dying and why, express your views and share with others your opinions on the current state of pigeon racing by placing your vote in the poll below then posting a comment in the comment section below this post.
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Hi I have just reread my piece, and notice I forgot to say that the nine fanciers that died was in our town Rustenburg, and the one newcomer is in our club of 16 members and there are four clubs in our town
Hi everybody, here in South Africa our sport is slowly dying, in the last 9 years only one young guy started racing pigeons and nine older members died, so we are definitely not growing, there are various reasons and none of us has all the answers, in my own case I have two sons aged 20 and 25 and neither of them are interested in pigeons allthough both helps me whenever I need them, they prefer to play X box and computor games which was nonexistent when we were growing up, we all kept Bantams and pigeons, where our children grew up with super computors and cellphones, maybe this is a natural development that is part of the evolution of the human race, but they are sure missing out on a wonderfull and totaly fulfilling hobby.
And then there is the most imediate reason COSTS!!! that includes everything in our sport, from the birds to the loft construction, feed, medicines, fuel etc. this forces a number of current fanciers like pensioners out of the sport as well.
In the meantime I plan to enjoy my birds and continue racing as long as possible
The current state of pigeon racing in the US is not good. However, Mike Tyson will have a reality TV show in the fall which may give it a spark. All clubs should be ready to capitalize on this by hosting events that will alow the public to access to the sport.
Hi all
Yes i feel it’s on the decline and there’s good reasons for the decline as it used to be a hobbie for a kid, Then it grew into a sport and a teenager ,Then as a young man it turned into a full blown BUSINESS . Now tell me how a young boy or girl could fit into that realm and be able to compeat in the races, you have to start slowly and be willing to learn.
I have personaly have tried to help younger flyers with pigeons(not my best but to see if they would take care of them ) but to only see them not even try to make a go of it, and either lose interest and let them go or just not take care of the birds . And not just one time but many times, So that’s why i feel it’s on it’s way out, either they are all about money and ego, or they are not willing to put in the hard work and effort!
Sorry but that’s my view on the subject………
john
Nobody under 50 even seems to know about it. I’m new to the sport and feel if more information was made public, it would catch on. It would be easier for people to start if old timers would be willing to share knowledge, I’ve been trying to comunicate with clubs in my area but only get a pamplet on the history of pigeons and nothing but websites selling supplies or books for $45 a piece, only one person has called me back willing to share his knowledge. You can read all about them on the computer but people need to actually see the sport in person to appriciate it for what it is.
I race pigeons in South Africa in the Easten Cape .My problem is that there is not enough young people joining the sport.
I feel the pigeon flying sport is dieing. This is my second year flying and I’m the only one I know my age that is flying pigeons. The sport is not promoted on tv and is very expensive to train and race. I know that in 30 years when I retired spring hills Florida will be my number one choice. I currently live in long island ny. I’d like to thank Dominic curusso, JoEy jap, cosimo fuchini. These men have supported me with birds, information and have helped me train top pedigree birds. this year will be my prize year thank you all keep promoting racing flying
birds. this year will be my prize year thank you all keep promoting racing flying
in our country Philippines the pigeon racing gets bigger and bigger more person loves to breed and race there pigeons
Hi
By us in SA it is even dying as there are no youngsters coming into the sport.
When i started in 1993 our club had 37 members, now in 2010 we are only 15.
The game is to expensive for newcomers who dont know that it takes a few years to actually get somewhere in racing! They start, spend a lot of money, and if they dont get instant success they quit!
Skull
Personally I think it is also dying. Though there may be many racers out there, not enough people are hearing about it and learning about it.