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Racing Pigeons – A little Known Sport

admin — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 19:24:44 +0000

If there was ever an under-appreciated sport out there, its definitely the sport of racing pigeons.

I mean, there are a lot of bird watching groups, and other bird related hobby groups out there, but pigeon racing is definitely unique.

What is Pigeon Racing?

Well, exactly what it sounds like, really. But the thing with pigeons is that fact that pigeons can travel huge distances at once, and stay on course. They can also fly up to 60mph, no problem.

Many individuals use them as homing pigeons, to carry messages or small items from one location to the next. But that’s getting off the point…

Now, in order to race pigeons, they need to be exercised properly, and just like any other animal, they need to be trained. In fact, they have to be trained, so that they don’t fly away!

How do you get into Pigeon Racing?

First off, you need a pigeon of course! The best place is to look for pigeons that are for sale, then go ahead and buy one (or some) from a certified pigeon breeder, to buy young birds.

If you want to buy winning pigeons already, that may a great start as well. make sure you find out how old the bird is first, before the purchase is made.You should also verify that the owner has won races before you buy it.

Also, you may hear something that is known as “eye sign” but this doesn’t necessarily mean that the pigeon is a good racer, so don’t base everything on that item alone.

Probably the best way to learn about the sport is pick up a pigeon racing guide.

how does pigeon racing work? i saw a van today that had racing pigeon team written on it and wondered about it

admin — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 21:05:56 +0000

peteyandbrockdog asked:

i heard they drop off the pigeons and drive to another place… is this true?

What makes a pigeon a good racing Pigeon?

admin — Thu, 27 Aug 2009 05:35:00 +0000

Bobby L asked:

Hi, i was thinking about a new hobby. it is to raise some racing pigeons. the question is, how can i tell between a good racer and a not so good one. i just don’t want to be ripped off.

how do i check the rings in their eyes, their wings/ feathers, pedigree and structure?

Pigeon racing, help?

admin — Sun, 16 Aug 2009 13:48:52 +0000

birdys.stirling asked:

Does anybody have a clue about how to train racing pigeons,
and where i can get hold of some good birds in norfolk.

any other info would be greatly appreciated.

pigeon racing how lower class is it ?

admin — Mon, 03 Aug 2009 22:57:23 +0000

zx6_rich asked:

My wife has a friend who has several pigeon lofts and they are so disgusting he never wins anything i’m just wondering if you have to be a scumbag to partake in this sport or wether it’s merely a coincidence.
just to also add pigeons are flying rats who spread disease and are PESTS
it’s not about how the person is it’s just i have always seen it as a scummy thing to do and don’t know why he wastes his money on it and ask us to borrow money because he has wasted his on pigeons

is pigeon racing fun to do?

admin — Sun, 26 Jul 2009 00:59:58 +0000

pigeonman2010 asked:

is pigeon racing fun to do

How Do I Start A Pigeon Racing Flock?

admin — Sun, 28 Jun 2009 19:22:32 +0000

c319j asked:

I am interested in making a pigeon flock to race how do i do it?

what is the recipe for success at the sport of long distance pigeon racing this is done at 500 miles & over?

admin — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 05:43:36 +0000

smeg head asked:

i would like to know from fellow fanciers what their recipe for success is at theses distances i mean 500,600 miles and over ,and what family(s) ,strain(s) are best suited to these kind of distances . thank you.