I am starting out again after 8 years out of the sport. 8 long hard years I may add. When word got out that I was starting up again I have been inundated with offers of birds,equipment,help and advice etc. I am in the fortunate position of knowing many fanciers and having many friends for before. This time round I have very specific ideas of what I want and I will buy the birds that I want. Others who are new to the sport may not have any contacts within the sport and this forum is a fantastic starting point for them. Unfortunately there are chancers on here as in every walk of life but we should not tar everyone with the same brush. Well done to all the guys who are helping out new starters it is to be commended. Remember the majority of 'pigeon men' are good people and tend to help more than in most other hobbies. Forget the rouges,chancers etc. and concentrate on the geniune fanciers.