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Helios NL16-1795328 1st National Perpignan 2018 - Jos MartensHelios NL16-1795328 is a celebrated long-distance racing pi...
17/09/2025

Helios NL16-1795328 1st National Perpignan 2018 - Jos Martens

Helios NL16-1795328 is a celebrated long-distance racing pigeon owned by Jos Martens from Stein, Netherlands. This bird etched its name in pigeon racing history by winning 1st International Perpignan 2018, outperforming 12,353 old birds across Europe.

Key Achievements of Helios:
2018 Perpignan Victory: Dominated the grueling 953 km race in extreme summer heat, showcasing exceptional endurance and speed.

Consistent Performer: As a yearling, Helios flew Cahors, Bergerac, and Agen with a perfect 3/3 record. In 2018, he placed:

38th National Pau (967 km)
21st National St. Vincent (971 km)
1st International Perpignan (953 km)

Helios descends from a golden lineage:

His pedigree traces back to Jos Martens’ earlier champions, including the 1st International Tarbes 2010 and 1st International Marseille 2015 winners.

The bloodline features “Der Sjef” (NL04-1249458), a foundational c**k pigeon and grandfather to multiple international winners.

The Flying Dutchman NL17-1719462 - Frank Kwekkeboom “The Flying Dutchman, NL17-1719462” is a standout figure in the worl...
16/09/2025

The Flying Dutchman NL17-1719462 - Frank Kwekkeboom

“The Flying Dutchman, NL17-1719462” is a standout figure in the world of pigeon racing in the Netherlands. Hailing from Enschede, he’s earned a reputation as an “all-round champion,” excelling across short, middle, and long-distance races.

🏆 National Champion in the WHZB/TBOTB Marathon category (2019): This title marked him as one of the youngest champions in Dutch marathon pigeon racing.

Victory in the Dax race (Sector 3): In 2019, he clocked the winning pigeon at 1,109 km with a speed of 1,063 meters per minute, beating over 2,000 competitors.

15/09/2025

REMINISCE: Beatrixdoffer (NL88-2763998) - Gerard Koopman

Beatrixdoffer’s is a son to De 48, NL78 1342748 crossed ‘Gouden Duifje’ B81 6116734. ‘Beatrixdoffer’ won a great deal of top prizes including 1st St. Ghislain on the ‘Beatrix-race’ against 10,828 birds and 4th against 3,717 birds, also from St. Ghislain. Besides his ring number can be found in pedigrees of many exceptional pigeons all through the world.

15/09/2025

REMINISCE: Dtr. SCHOUWMAN B88-6725724

The Schouwman pigeon, out of a brother ‘Broer 019’ the even wonderful “Schouwman”, with 6x 1st prize, was bred and part of the legendary Janssen Brothers strain, is celebrated more for its breeding influence than for individual race records. While specific race achievements of the Schouwman pigeon aren't widely documented in public sources,

13/09/2025

REMINISCE: JONGE MERCKX Daughter B81-6116721

The "Jonge Merckx" is a celebrated pigeon from the legendary Janssen Brothers of Arendonk, Belgium—one of the most influential families in the history of pigeon racing and breeding.

The “Merckx” didn’t race less than 18x 1st prize. But also as breeding pigeons the “Merckx” didn’t find his equal and became father of the even illustrious “019” who also knew how to race 18x a 1st prize. Also the “Velo” with 15 1st prizes and the “Jonge Merckx” with 15 1st prizes were sons to the “Merckx”.

13/09/2025

Jonge Raket (B76-6129297) was a foundation pigeon in the Janssen loft. Known for its exceptional speed and consistency, it became a key breeder in many top racing lines. Jonge Raket is a standout within the Janssen legacy, but it's part of a much larger tapestry of elite pigeons.

12/09/2025

REMINISCE: Grote Barcelona - Silvere Toye

Grote Barcelona B89-2136128 is one of the legendary long-distance racing pigeons owned by Silvere Toye, a renowned Belgian fancier from Otegem. This pigeon is part of Toye’s elite bloodline known for exceptional performance in extreme long-distance races like Barcelona, Pau, Marseille, and Perpignan.

12/09/2025

REMINISCE: De Zutter & Son

“De Cent”: Known as “The White Gold of East Flanders,” this pigeon is part of a legendary line that has produced numerous champions. It’s a cornerstone of the De Zutter strain, often crossed with Van Der Wegen birds for enhanced long-distance performance.

“Wondere Dunky” Line: Originating from the 1975 German 1st Ace Pigeon “Elvis,” this line has yielded many top racers and breeders. Birds from this line are known for their strength and endurance over distances up to 850km.

The winning hen had a rich lineage, including bloodlines from Dick Postma, Latruwe, Vandenabeele, Mattheeuws, and Van der Wegen—names synonymous with top-tier racing pigeons.

11/09/2025

REMINISCE: Oude Raket & 019

The Oude Raket and 019 are two legendary bloodlines within the renowned Janssen pigeon strain, developed by the Janssen Brothers of Arendonk, Belgium. These lines are prized for their exceptional racing performance and breeding potential.

Oude Raket Line:
"Oude Raket" translates to "Old Rocket," a name reflecting its explosive speed and racing prowess. This line is known for its short- to middle-distance dominance, combining speed with stamina. Descendants of Oude Raket often show strong homing instincts and muscular build, making them ideal for competitive racing.

It’s one of the foundational lines in many top-performing lofts, often crossed with other Janssen lines like Merckx or Eksteroog for enhanced traits.

019 Janssen Line:
The 019 line is another cornerstone of the Janssen dynasty, named after a pigeon with the ring number ending in 019. It’s celebrated for producing consistent winners and breeders, with traits like intelligence, endurance, and adaptability.

Birds from this line often carry the “Schoon Voske” or “Beautiful Fox” genetics, known for their elegant appearance and strong lineage.

The 019 bloodline has been used to create super pairs like the Septemberman x Daughter Princess, which fetched record prices at auctions due to their breeding success.

1st International PAU 2019 against 12,119 pigeons - Comb. Baas & Berg (NL)Paulien NL 15-1552582 is a celebrated racing p...
10/09/2025

1st International PAU 2019 against 12,119 pigeons - Comb. Baas & Berg (NL)

Paulien NL 15-1552582 is a celebrated racing pigeon from the Combination Baas & Berg loft, based in De Kwakel, Netherlands. This pigeon gained international fame by winning 1st International Pau 2019 out of 12,119 entries, a record-breaking turnout for the prestigious ZLU race.

Race: International Pau 2019 (ZLU)
Distance: 1,064 km
Speed: 1,138 meters per minute
Result: 1st National & 1st International

Paulien was found calmly sitting on the window ledge of the loft early in the morning, surprising her owners Paul Baas and Richard van den Berg, who were preparing to clock their birds. She was the first of their six entries to return, clinching the top spot.

Bloodlines:
Her father is "Hellboy" from '14, a top pigeon both in the races and in the breeding. Won 14th National Mont de Marsan ZLU. Bred from "Tim" (Tim Hage) x "daughter Nevenkoppel" (Gerritsen x Jacobs). Her mother is "Blauwband Witpen 026" from '14, out joint breeding with the Comb. Verweij-de Haan from Mijdrecht (Line "Milos" x "Vino").

10/09/2025

REMINISCE:

One of the Original Janssen Zoon Chantilly line, which is part of the legendary Janssen Arendonk bloodline. This strain is revered for its exceptional performance, especially in sprint and middle-distance races.

09/09/2025

REMINISCE:

“De Eric” is a legendary c**k pigeon bred by Gerard Koopman, one of the most renowned pigeon fanciers in the Netherlands.

Exceptional Racer: He won three first prizes in major races, making him a standout in Koopman's loft.

Elite Breeder: After retiring from racing, he was moved to the breeding loft where he sired champions like:

Sultan – 1st NPO Etampes winner
Gentil – Represented the Netherlands in the 1997 Olympiad in Basel and ranked in the top 5 of the World Championship Long Distance in 1994 and 1995.

Bloodlines:
Son of Jonge Raket (from the Janssen brothers) paired with a Louis van Loon hen, creating a golden genetic combination.

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