SAPIR 2013 results
Hot weather and a headwind made for tough flying conditions at this year’s SA Professional Invitational Pigeon Race, says Thomas Smit.
Dinokeng results
The finals of the Dinokeng International One Loft Race were held from Gariep Dam at the end of August.
Mugabe – a renowned sire
Despite the harsh economic climate, the wallets came out when Johan and Mark King recently auctioned some of their racing pigeons, says Thomas Smit.
Caring for pigeon latecomers
Do your pigeons always return after the others? Thomas Smit suggests some reasons for this.
More tips for pigeon racing beginners
Thomas Smit discusses dealing with predators, breeding late youngsters and other aspects of pigeon racing.
Building a loft
The design of your loft is crucial if you want to enjoy any success in pigeon racing, says Thomas Smit.
Getting started with pigeons
Pigeon racing can be a pleasurable and financially rewarding pastime, but you need to consider several factors before taking the plunge, says Thomas Smit.
Don’t shoot our pigeons!
Not only is shooting racing pigeons against the law, it’s an act of spite that has nothing to do with ‘real hunting’, says Thomas Smit.
Skilful pigeon breeding
It is crucial to mate super breeders to super racers in order to preserve a gene pool, writes Thomas Smit.
The 365-day capsule
Caring for racing pigeons is a year-round activity. One cannot start nursing ill birds just before the season opens, says Thomas Smit.
The Painter Putteries
Few other pigeon families have managed to equal the impact of these birds in South Africa, says Thomas Smit.
Champion racers
Free State pigeon fanciers Jaap and Japie Pretorius had an amazing season last year. Thomas Smit reports.
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