Rainman Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 What would the fancy consider to be the uks most successfull strain of pigeon Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froog Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 Busschaert, for the sheer volume of fanciers flying them.....not quite so popular now tho. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Valiant Fifer Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 Was just about to say that Froog lol. Then again they were a Belgian strain.Not sure what was meant by the first post.Would say Kirpatrick at one time were also a very successful British or Scottish strain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froog Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 Was just about to say that Froog lol. Then again they were a Belgian strain.Not sure what was meant by the first post.Would say Kirpatrick at one time were also a very successful British or Scottish strain.Yeh but at the time, he lived in England lol Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLACK W F Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 vandys with out doubt but very few now bushys had a good run but theres been plenty different familys that flew outstanding in different areas karel hermans in Yorkshire where brilliant now its hereman cuesters ect Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingbilly 1 Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 GWP Mac strain Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingbilly 1 Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 GWP Mac strainSVR very close. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Froog Posted October 13, 2016 Report Share Posted October 13, 2016 SVR very close.That's true, but not winning like the Busschaerts did, and not proved the test of time yet.How many up north combines have they won? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dunc50 Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 jan arden Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingbilly 1 Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 That's true, but not winning like the Busschaerts did, and not proved the test of time yet.How many up north combines have they won?don't no but I no thay have won a Scottish national at 450ml 1st or 2st Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kingbilly 1 Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 GWP Mac strainIf these boys made a strain name like the others did thares no on close Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novice Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Obviously any response is based on opinion but, for me the pigeons and performances of Ronnie Williamson stand head and shoulders above anyone else in the world. None of the Europeans can compare with these birds and he flies over the tough Irish terrain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ally mac Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Obviously any response is based on opinion but, for me the pigeons and performances of Ronnie Williamson stand head and shoulders above anyone else in the world. None of the Europeans can compare with these birds and he flies over the tough Irish terrain. Have you tried any of his doos Robert? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Novice Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Have you tried any of his doos Robert? No Al but I have a friend who won a single loft race with one of them this year and also the French single loft race and National last year with them.I think this is unique as my friend has not raced with a club yet. these just must be good birds. Are they suited to your location well that's another matter. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
geordie1234 Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Not many guys has over 40 national WINNERS at stock like Ron does...top class fancier Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showman Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Take a look at some of the UK greats : Gil Duncan, Mr & Mrs. Newton, J.J. Horn, Ron Hallam, Tom Larkins, George Corbett, Ken Aldred, Danny Challis, John Palmer, Billy Parkes, Johnston Eagleson, Arthur Beardsmore & Ron Williamson. All excellent fanciers. Their ability is un-questionable. One thing links them all....... Remi 'George' Busschaert. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JohnQuinn Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Cattrysse to my knowledge have won in the 70's 80's 90's 00's and present day, for me they are the best I have come across. Imo the numbers produced today give a false impression of successful families, in years gone by there were far fewer bred and sold than there are these days so that needs to be considered when looking for successful families. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Roland Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Busschaert, for the sheer volume of fanciers flying them.....not quite so popular now tho. Yep agree 100%. Also most probably on the continent too if records and performances are taken into account. Certainly swept the U.K. Kent etc. never knew what had hit them ... and of course many soon followed suit with Busschaerts. Take a look at some of the UK greats : Gil Duncan, Mr & Mrs. Newton, J.J. Horn, Ron Hallam, Tom Larkins, George Corbett, Ken Aldred, Danny Challis, John Palmer, Billy Parkes, Johnston Eagleson, Arthur Beardsmore & Ron Williamson. All excellent fanciers. Their ability is un-questionable. One thing links them all....... Remi 'George' Busschaert. How true and many more. Even today! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andy Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 don't no but I no thay have won a Scottish national at 450ml 1st or 2stYour right Tam 1st Open Ypres SVR, dont know about 2nd Open as both mine were 50% Busschaert Kirby lines X Dennis Dall & Parkside Superman lines X Dennis Dall. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonesyBhoy Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Jeff Horn won a few SNFCs with the Busschaerts Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jim hannah Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Jeff Horn won a few SNFCs with the BusschaertsJeff Horn won one SNFC Race after he moved to Scotland Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JonesyBhoy Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 I know he won Sartilly.. thought he won another as well? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BLACK W F Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 No Al but I have a friend who won a single loft race with one of them this year and also the French single loft race and National last year with them.I think this is unique as my friend has not raced with a club yet. these just must be good birds. Are they suited to your location well that's another matter.if u are speaking about the lad that lives near the borders yes he has over 30 dirrect off Ronnie's best birds but its wrong to think these are bushys these are Ronnie's own family now and they sure do win Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showman Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 Was just about to say that Froog lol. Then again they were a Belgian strain.Not sure what was meant by the first post.Would say Kirpatrick at one time were also a very successful British or Scottish strain. Johnny Kirkpatrick indeed was a great & respected fancier. It is amazing that a single pair of pigeons(Bricoux)could be pedigree linked to all his great racers. Not only was he a great racer, but a noteable breeder surely. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
showman Posted October 14, 2016 Report Share Posted October 14, 2016 What would the fancy consider to be the uks most successfull strain of pigeon By the way Rainman, a great question to instigate a great & enjoyable discussion !! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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