Ian McKay Posted December 31, 2008 Report Posted December 31, 2008 There were plenty babies in our club I could write a book :X :X :X You better not come back after printing that but even Steve agrees nothing change in that club ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D ;D
weecunny Posted December 31, 2008 Author Report Posted December 31, 2008 thats the stuff boys steal ma post
Ian McKay Posted December 31, 2008 Report Posted December 31, 2008 thats the stuff boys steal ma post Sorry But you were advised to ask paul we all agree he's good at it nobody else giving you better advise Have you asked him he's still on line better be quick he 's got a bottle of bubbly No wait till he drinks it might loosen his tongue Cheers Weecunny have a nice time
weecunny Posted December 31, 2008 Author Report Posted December 31, 2008 thats great advice that pm sombody els aw the best lol
Blue Chequer Pied Posted December 31, 2008 Report Posted December 31, 2008 thats the stuff boys steal ma post Sorry mate. The secret is that the birds tell you when they are right. It is all about observation and knowing what makes individuals tick. For example I had one cock that won 9 firsts when I flew up here when I was at school/college before I went to Aberdeen. I had drop in traps and when he came in and didn't hit the floor and went straight up into his box he was unbeatable for 3 weeks. When he dropped in and landed on the floor he was as well staying at home. Another would not come in and would just keep sparking off the roof. I had a grizzle cock that when on form would drive and chase everything, I used to check the underside of his tail and when it was dirty and a bit scruffy he was bang on. A widowhood cock that Stevie will remember 3134 won the pools 5 weeks on the trot his party piece was to defend a basket ( with the widow hens in it ) in the section he wouldn't let anyone else on it, when he didnt defend it others would beat him. The list goes on but the real advice is know your birds, know what makes them tick. Get a chair, a beer or cup of coffee and sit and watch take notes as to what they are up to and review how they caome on race day and check back your notes. Hope this helps, Paul.
Ian McKay Posted December 31, 2008 Report Posted December 31, 2008 thats great advice that pm sombody els aw the best lol You asked the question we gave you the BEST advice I could have said ask me would you believe me Seems you trust no one Cheers Ian
Ian McKay Posted December 31, 2008 Report Posted December 31, 2008 Sorry mate. The secret is that the birds tell you when they are right. It is all about observation and knowing what makes individuals tick. For example I had one cock that won 9 firsts when I flew up here when I was at school/college before I went to Aberdeen. I had drop in traps and when he came in and didn't hit the floor and went straight up into his box he was unbeatable for 3 weeks. When he dropped in and landed on the floor he was as well staying at home. Another would not come in and would just keep sparking off the roof. I had a grizzle cock that when on form would drive and chase everything, I used to check the underside of his tail and when it was dirty and a bit scruffy he was bang on. A widowhood cock that Stevie will remember 3134 won the pools 5 weeks on the trot his party piece was to defend a basket in the section he wouldn't let anyone else on it, when he didnt defend it others would beat him. The list goes on but the real advice is know your birds, know what makes them tick. Get a chair, a beer or cup of coffee and sit and watch take notes as to what they are up to and review how they caome on race day and check back your notes. Hope this helps, Paul. There you go he's answered must be the bubbly Take heed he's GOOD
Guest IB Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 I think its good advice. Anytime I've seen 'something out of the ordinary' and put money on it, it's usually been good enough to win the pools.
joe61 Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 dont ask this lot cunnie they send about 50 birds each a week and hope for the best oh happy days
Ian McKay Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 dont ask this lot cunnie they send about 50 birds each a week and hope for the best oh happy days WOW another Expert that knows nothing
Guest Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 when you handle them i look for the lightest firm body doesnt want to be handled and when in the basket wants out but lots more needs to be taken in to consideration nest cond. last weeks result distance wind etc.
Blue Chequer Pied Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 dont ask this lot cunnie they send about 50 birds each a week and hope for the best oh happy days Joe, Never sent 50 birds to a race in my life. Obviously you operate on a much higher plain than us mere mortals but maybe you can help out with some advice to answer the question as you are obviously the fountain of all knowledge. Why not put something back into the sport and help out those of us who are less talented, less dedicated than yourself. Those of us who's performances dont come close to your own mighty achievements ( or those you associate with and hold up in great asteem ) could do with your devine guidance to lead us from the darkness we find ourselves in. Joe after all it is the season of good will, it is only right you help us all out. Yours in anticipation, Paul. p.s I challenge you to come up with something informative and useful to those who look up to you from the depth's of pigeon racing in absolute awe. Please dont dissapoint with your usual drivel and cheap one liners. Go on something good, some thing useful. Go on surprise us.
hotrod Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 Sorry mate. The secret is that the birds tell you when they are right. It is all about observation and knowing what makes individuals tick. For example I had one cock that won 9 firsts when I flew up here when I was at school/college before I went to Aberdeen. I had drop in traps and when he came in and didn't hit the floor and went straight up into his box he was unbeatable for 3 weeks. When he dropped in and landed on the floor he was as well staying at home. Another would not come in and would just keep sparking off the roof. I had a grizzle cock that when on form would drive and chase everything, I used to check the underside of his tail and when it was dirty and a bit scruffy he was bang on. A widowhood cock that Stevie will remember 3134 won the pools 5 weeks on the trot his party piece was to defend a basket ( with the widow hens in it ) in the section he wouldn't let anyone else on it, when he didnt defend it others would beat him. The list goes on but the real advice is know your birds, know what makes them tick. Get a chair, a beer or cup of coffee and sit and watch take notes as to what they are up to and review how they caome on race day and check back your notes. Hope this helps, Paul. first bit of sense on the thread ,the only other thing is the colour of the bird seems to change ,just a shade,feathers round neck get tighter,basically look like an oil painting,BINGO.get the dough on.
Taylorsloft Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 Sorry mate. The secret is that the birds tell you when they are right. It is all about observation and knowing what makes individuals tick. For example I had one cock that won 9 firsts when I flew up here when I was at school/college before I went to Aberdeen. I had drop in traps and when he came in and didn't hit the floor and went straight up into his box he was unbeatable for 3 weeks. When he dropped in and landed on the floor he was as well staying at home. Another would not come in and would just keep sparking off the roof. I had a grizzle cock that when on form would drive and chase everything, I used to check the underside of his tail and when it was dirty and a bit scruffy he was bang on. A widowhood cock that Stevie will remember 3134 won the pools 5 weeks on the trot his party piece was to defend a basket ( with the widow hens in it ) in the section he wouldn't let anyone else on it, when he didnt defend it others would beat him. The list goes on but the real advice is know your birds, know what makes them tick. Get a chair, a beer or cup of coffee and sit and watch take notes as to what they are up to and review how they caome on race day and check back your notes. Hope this helps, Paul. my wifes not happy paul ive got the new leather chair out in the loft ;)
greenlands Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 Get to know your pigeons then they pick themselves out.I fly natural watch the birds that want back in the loft,those that won't leave the nest,certain times when sitting eggs or young,cocks driving.(not yearlings i always loose them)Cock and hen sitting on top of each other in the nest.Loads more just watch and learn.
hotrod Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 Get to know your pigeons then they pick themselves out.I fly natural watch the birds that want back in the loft,those that won't leave the nest,certain times when sitting eggs or young,cocks driving.(not yearlings i always loose them)Cock and hen sitting on top of each other in the nest.Loads more just watch and learn. dito mate but a lot of other things to it
terry mccarthy Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 on the celibert system wen u have a hen in a show pen in middle of floor just stick a bowl on top of pen wen u go in to basket birds the pooler is sitting in the bowl calling the hen having fought off every other cock for the right of the hen
steve d Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 I think it as been answered, watch your birds they will tell you when they are right. I have a foot square wipeboard (they use in schools, you write on it and it wipes off easily) in each loft and if I see something unusual in a bird I write it down and watch how he performs on race day. I had a cock who when right would not even tolerate his hen near him on a friday he defended his box against anything that came within reach of him. I have had pigeons with a wide open cleft, skin like cling film, immaculate feathering etc and they have come back a day later, equally I have had them with closed cleft,scaley skin and they have come and won so I dont take notice of it now. I just watch for unusual behaviour the birds will tell you when they want pooling. ;)
Guest cloudview Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 like a few others have posted , its mostly down to observation ihave doors shut 30 mins , then leave open 30 mins agood cock of mine on seeing doors open was in like a flash then out again flying off for ten mins on his own then back again ,in and out could,nt keep still , needless to say that weekend he was 66th open 4th section L at tarbes
joe61 Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 blue cheq pied 2 things i dont do tell what i know and fat chicks so challenge some one else happy new year oh happy days
Blue Chequer Pied Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 blue cheq pied 2 things i dont do tell what i know and fat chicks so challenge some one else happy new year oh happy days Looks to me like you know nothing. Again you didn't dissapoint a one line re-buff with absolutely no substance. Like a big barrel full of nothing hit it and it will make a noise but at the end of the day it is only noise. That is all I see here a big noise coming from fresh air. Joe knowledge alone is not enough those who are scared to give out knowledge must in truth be pretty insecure, frightened that they will be bettered by their pupils not a great place to be in my book. Oh happy happy days indeed
pjc Posted January 1, 2009 Report Posted January 1, 2009 Looks to me like you know nothing. Again you didn't dissapoint a one line re-buff with absolutely no substance. Like a big barrel full of nothing hit it and it will make a noise but at the end of the day it is only noise. That is all I see here a big noise coming from fresh air. Joe knowledge alone is not enough those who are scared to give out knowledge must in truth be pretty insecure, frightened that they will be bettered by their pupils not a great place to be in my book. Oh happy happy days indeed Spot on!! ;)
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