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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I’m 16, and just getting into pigeon racing I’m not going to say if its dying or not but I’ll just say things that I have noticed.
Its expensive you need a loft, waterers, feeders, some type of trap, clock, member ship fees, racing fees, feed which is pretty expensive, baskets, and road training will do a dent in the gas bill. Doesn’t seem to be that many nice guys when I go to the club only about 3 guys even acknowledge me (a club with almost 20 members if not more) the president completely ignores me, luckily one of the guys is one of the kindest men I’ve ever met in my life if he wasn’t there I probably wouldn’t be doing this. No one knows what pigeon racing is no one knows that exists to many people think the only types of pigeons out there are the white ones and the ferals.
I like being outside I feel better and breathe better I tried out video games but 300$+ for a console and 60$ for a game and I don’y even enjoy it that much yea right. I like animals and so far I haven’y finished my loft but I got 1,000$ put into my 12 x 10, I have a job and I’d rather pay 60$ worth of feed then of hours of mild entertainment that distracts me from schoolwork. I say let people know that the sport exists and the ones that are meant to be in it will further research it and possibly enter it.
I love the sport of racing pigeons and have been involved for three years. The AU has statists that state that the sport is growing. This may be true, but as the AU Youth Ambassador, I find that kids try the sport for a year or two and then become discouraged and quit. As a young fancier myself, I do find the sport challenging and sometimes discouraging. Racing pigeons are teachers and if new fanciers are diligent enough to learn their lessons, our wonderful sport will continue on.
hi im an irish guy living in holland racing the birds,if someone wants to share views ye can e-mail me at [email protected]
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i understand the concept of the younger generation not being interested ,but being a novice myself ,a little help and some information and tips .would go a long way.the older members in my club in the uk are like the secret service and will not tell you anything in fear of you beating them in the race.iunderstand that the races are a competition but it is also supposed to be a relaxing sport/hobby.for instance i asked a couple of members the exact location 10/12 miles away for a training chuck i knew the area but after asking where exactly it was not a one would tell me.ive only been in the sport a year myself but with other club members acting the way they do it can be off-putting.
I raise pigeons and have for 30 years. They are the most relaxing, enjoyable little creatures in the world. Just bought my first pair of pedigreed racing homers and as soon as the babies are old enough I will train them here since I moved into a rural area now. Occasionally people will stop by my home because they’ve seen my birds flying around out here and they ask lots of questions so people are interested. Maybe more of us should go to the schools and show the children what it’s all about? I’m sure some would be eager to try flying pigeons. Mike Tyson is going to be on Animal Planet after the 1st of the year with “taking on Tyson” a series about racing homers!! This should interest people also.
I am in the UK and yes pigeon racing is dwindling but I do not think it will die out as specialist clubs are springing up here and there with people from all areas both for sprint and distance.
racing pigeon sports is continuous to grow because their some people curious about pigeon racing and he want try this sports as a merely habit
Dear Chris & Friends,
I am from Pakistan and specifically from the city of Lahore, the second biggest city of our country.I am new at pigeon racing and have joined this forum to get insights and tips from experienced fellow pigeon racers. Pigeon racing in Pakistan is unorganized but very popular. Although we do not have formal clubs or forums such as this one, many individuals in villages, towns and cities indulge in this sport. Since there are no formal clubs in our country, races are organized by individuals (pigeon lovers), 20 to 25 in all, belonging to a specific area. These individuals also pool in the prize money for the winning pigeons. The pigeon races take place in the months of May and June when temperature is around 42 to 45 degree centigrade. Pigeon racing in Pakistan is different from other countries as here the pigeon that comes last is the winner. When the pigeons are flown from the loft in the morning, they fly in circles over the loft till they disappear in he sky. When they return, some in the late evening and some earlier than that, they again fly over the loft in circles for sometime before landing. The pigeon that comes last is declared the winner as he has flown the most.
Although the sport is popular in Pakistan it is highly unorganized. If there were more clubs and forums such as this one, this sport would become even more popular. The clubs and forums can not only help beginners like myself but can motivate young people to take up this highly exciting sport.
I hope that I have shed some light on the state of Pigeon racing in Pakistan. I hope to gain a lot from fellow members of this group.
Thank you
hi chris and to everyone who loves and enjoys the sport of pigeon racing. i do agree with my fellow countrymen or would i say my “kababayans” that here in the philippines pigeon racing is indeed a very popular sport and continues to grow. im just new to this sport and i find it very challenging and exciting,i really enjoyed it specially when you see your birds fly at your area. but what really amazes me is that they can come home even in a such great distance,they can fly as far as a thousand kilometers or so. to me,the sport of pigeon racing requires a good depth of knowledge if you want to excel in this sport. its sad to know that in other countries that the sport is dwindling if not dying. to the newcomers like me,you must educate yourselves to learn more before you do this just what im doing. technology is there already,you can learn from the internet specially in this site were there is so many information that can help us a lot,almost the information that you need,you can get there or u can also learn from a seasoned fancier. you dont have to be rich to enjoy the sport,what does matter is you must enjoy what you been doing,taking care of the birds,feed them right,exercise them,all of these if you treat them right and they will reward you at the end. and im also taking this oppurtunity to thank all you guys specially chris for having this site,very useful and helpful specially for the beginners like me. have a grea time to all, MABUHAY to all pigeon lovers! Thanks