Little Ripper - Pigeon Racing Documentary.

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  • Опубліковано 16 бер 2019
  • Pigeon racing is as unique as it is deceiving. Despite their simple appearance, pigeons and their homing instincts are extremely complex. And while the sport is about hard work and respect, there is one truly universal desire that drives racing pigeons - the need for a home.
    Little Ripper - Fast Feathered and Fearless follows a cast of passionate and often eccentric characters across the globe on their own quest to find such an elusive, magical place. Breeding and racing pigeons is a life commitment, for not only the pigeon fancier but for their entire family. Every aspect of a fancier’s life revolves around their love, dedication and passion for pigeons. And just like the amazing physical journey of homing pigeons, the emotional journey of the fancier show the lengths to which we will go to find our place in the world.
    Fast, Feathered and Fearless shines a light on a sport many would consider an anachronistic curiosity. Pigeon legend John Van Beers explains how pigeon racing is all based on the birds’ desire to belong. Through beautifully animated sequences and intimate interviews, we see the rigorous training, uncanny navigation, perilous hazards and clocking procedures that are unique to the sport.
    Since its inception in Belgium as a humble working man’s pursuit, pigeon sport now unites people from different cultures and backgrounds around the world. The breadth and global scope of pigeon racing has given rise to a lucrative international industry that remains unknown to most. For those who have devoted their lives to the sport, as well as the uninitiated, Fast, Feathered and Fearless will bring the world of pigeon racing home.
    Please note: We apologise for the ads on these videos, we have had some disgusting comments about ads on this video. However they are necessary as it is the only way we can generate any income from these videos. This documentary is for sale on DVD if you don't like ads for $30. We appreciate your support!
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  • @iamkent8509
    @iamkent8509 4 роки тому +9

    Sam: not just a typical young fancier.
    You can see in his eyes how he loves pigeons. Future champion kid!!! Good Luck!

    • @jakubgrzyb9258
      @jakubgrzyb9258 4 роки тому +1

      Every pigeon fancier loves his pigeons this is what this hobby is about

  • @keshlopez8598
    @keshlopez8598 Рік тому +4

    Yo when that man shed a tear remembering his champ pigeon…. I returned it and watched him say it 3x…. Wow….speechless…

  • @tp8025
    @tp8025 6 днів тому

    That feeling in my heart when he sheds a tear saying his winners band number like it was tattooed in his heart.. just wow.. I'm lucky and happy to have grown with such hobby/sport nothing in the world like it.

  • @notoriousqueenpigeon
    @notoriousqueenpigeon 4 роки тому +17

    i havebeen raising pigeons by myself for 13 years. I have tried to get into the clubs and none of the old boys want to associate with me. I am not in a family that has done this, I got into it because I used to go help the feral flocks with thread foot and other ailments. One afternoon I found a beautiful lost " wedding release" homing pigeon. He was beautiful, pure white and I named him King. I still have birds from that lineage. big gorgeous fast beauties. A pigeon fancier will never stop. a true pigeon fancier is in it for life.

    • @scottchadwick6921
      @scottchadwick6921 4 роки тому +3

      Where are you from? Have you heard of one loft racing. Some have several races where one can win money. It seems to be where the sport is heading. Last club I was in was 1 1/2 hours away and I was well off the line of flight.

    • @saidbourk5102
      @saidbourk5102 11 місяців тому

      قصة جميلة اخة

    • @albertnurnberger5247
      @albertnurnberger5247 8 місяців тому

      ​@@scottchadwick6921p

    • @tjd4874
      @tjd4874 2 місяці тому +1

      Are you from NY? I know this is 4years later but my father is into birds and has been in clubs his whole life on LI

  • @user-xn9cw8py6o
    @user-xn9cw8py6o 11 місяців тому +1

    The man loves his pigeon a lot, tears of joy and good memories to last a lifetime!

  • @krispeterson1021
    @krispeterson1021 Рік тому +2

    I miss this hobby it was the most rewarding hobby ive ever took up

  • @zaprude
    @zaprude 5 років тому +13

    Pigeons are so enchanting! I wish I had the money and the property to raise them like this!

  • @tjd4874
    @tjd4874 2 місяці тому

    My grand father had pigeon’s my father has pigeon’s and when i was a boy i had pigeons but i grew away from it. My plan is once i get my house i want build a nice coop with my dad and take some of his birds and keep his blood line. Grew up around old guys like this. So much passion for it. Long live D&DLoft

  • @manikinskywalker766
    @manikinskywalker766 4 роки тому +9

    Grew up my whole childhood Racing pigeons with my Dad.. fantastic memorable Times was Everything too me and my Dad..and seeing this just had me right back there...would give anything to have those days again....I miss you so much Dad...Thank you for my Amazing Memories love you Always.

    • @stecartmel
      @stecartmel 2 місяці тому +1

      Lovely statement to your dad. I just lost mine November just gone he was 87 but it makes no difference the loss is the same no matter how old. And my dad as your did kept pigeons as a hobby , as pets pretty much.

    • @manikinskywalker766
      @manikinskywalker766 2 місяці тому

      @@stecartmel Hello Stephen so very sorry for the loss of your Dad…my Dad passed 15 years ago and not a day goes by that I don’t think of and miss my Dad…my dad and me raced pigeons together for 30 years that I was Blessed to share such great times Together…as So Very Hard it can be losing our Dads I hope you can take Comfort in Great Times and Memories you and your Dad Shared Together as that has helped me these last 15 years
      Wishing you All the Very best Stephen.

    • @stecartmel
      @stecartmel 2 місяці тому

      @@manikinskywalker766 thank you very very much for getting back to me. When I was a child my dad used to take me fishing at a fishing club I'm still a member of myself. I bought the club a great big trophy which they have a memorial match for my dad each year . I have paid money to the club for the next ten years to give to the winners. So my dad's name never gets forgotten at the fishing club. . You say it's been 15 years since you lost your dad, but all the memories are right now aren't they. We are very lucky we share nice memories of our dad's. Did your dad tell you stories from when he was a boy . And when you hear them we think wow really dad.. life changes so so much in my dad's like . They had nothing like most . And just last year he had a 55 inch tv about 1 cm width. Imagine anyone telling your dad about the future like today he would think they was mad. We keep all the stories and memories for ever ♥️. Thank you so much, never forget the memories of our dad's.

  • @marlondaniels3114
    @marlondaniels3114 5 років тому +34

    Was so glad when the old fella got his bird back. Can only imagine how he felt when it got stolen.

  • @antonycarter8628
    @antonycarter8628 4 роки тому +3

    First guy in England. Rarely do I see Pigeons I like, that fit my requirements, here I see many. Nice one
    Glad you got your birds back from thieving sods.

  • @jessykarhutton4876
    @jessykarhutton4876 4 роки тому +4

    Absolutely wonderful film. As a pigeon rescuer I really enjoyed watching the emotions of the pigeons owners and the care of the birds. Its not all about the money, its about the love of the birds.
    I hate seeing them being tossed away because they come home late or get lost.
    Thank you

    • @jakubgrzyb9258
      @jakubgrzyb9258 4 роки тому

      O hi so you are from people who wants to ban our passion. Greetings to you

    • @jessykarhutton4876
      @jessykarhutton4876 4 роки тому +2

      @@jakubgrzyb9258 actually I'm not. I believe that people who have the same level of passion and love for their birds such as those featured, then it's okay. I've only ever met friendly racing pigeon owners who love their birds the same as me. 👍

    • @jakubgrzyb9258
      @jakubgrzyb9258 4 роки тому +2

      @@jessykarhutton4876 I understeand your emotions. I also think that love for the birds, hapiness and satisfaction we take from our sport and from breeding our pigeons is the most important and I dont like "fanciers" who cares only about results, breed over 100 youngsters a year and then leaving something about 30/40 for yearlings. People like these dont understeand and feel the nature of our passion however I find conversation superior to banning.

    • @jessykarhutton4876
      @jessykarhutton4876 4 роки тому +2

      @@jakubgrzyb9258 if you're on Facebook, I have a page for my rescues.
      The Birds Pigeon Rescue in Gosport

  • @gericlozada1511
    @gericlozada1511 4 роки тому +16

    I rarely finish documentaries, but this one did not made me bored and i just want to become a fancier right now :)

  • @aysuad
    @aysuad 4 роки тому +4

    Brilliant piece of work on racing pigeons and the pigeon fanciers after a long long time. Excellent narration of the life of pigeon fancier. This sport is a life long experiment and learning and this story captures it right.

  • @AchimJankowski
    @AchimJankowski 4 роки тому +1

    Der Diebstahl hat mich sehr betroffen gemacht, DANKE für den FILM. GUT FLUG.

  • @melinmove
    @melinmove 4 роки тому +6

    I love pigeons. My dad used to race them in England

    • @mrgullu455
      @mrgullu455 4 роки тому +1

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  • @joeventurina7535
    @joeventurina7535 4 роки тому +7

    One of the best videos you can watch about this wonderful hobby! Many thanks!

  • @bigtykie
    @bigtykie 4 роки тому +4

    Thank you so much for making this film available on youtube its an inspirational heart warming documentary that always gets me emotional kind regards
    TNT Lofts

  • @johncuddy2669
    @johncuddy2669 5 років тому +8

    Brilliant video and was so pleased that charwill Dan finally got home 👍👍👍

  • @jonathankohl6264
    @jonathankohl6264 4 роки тому +4

    I had a few homers gave to me a year ago. I have successfully bred and trained my first kit. I have tried to get some of my friends into breeding and possibly racing. It seems like everywhere we look for helpful information about good breeds and how to train we are met with secrecy or get Miss information. Between this hurdle and the price of a decent breeding pair is enough to keep young kids coming up from getting into the sport. Hopefully the sport will become more widespread and affordable here in the U.S. soon. Great documentary!

  • @aristv1610
    @aristv1610 4 роки тому +1

    Im 12yrs old and i finish watching this documentary. ilove pigeons❤

  • @KrissBreezeJa
    @KrissBreezeJa 4 роки тому +5

    Amazing documentary. Nuff love from Jamaica! I just became a bird lover!

  • @xxlalbatross3287
    @xxlalbatross3287 4 роки тому +2

    The Belgium man have build a great pigeon hause with automatic cleaning. I am glad to see the old gentleman get back his stollen pigeon too. It was a happy ending for a good movie. Regards to all pigeon lovers.

  • @iseeyou5591
    @iseeyou5591 3 роки тому +2

    That was absolutely fantastic I loved every bit of it before and after, I once had an opportunity to take 114 birds of a lifelong racer he had bad case of dust VS lung = pigeonlung disaster and trouble breathing, I
    had no idea about how to care or knowledge of what to do,
    I had fancy pigeons of my own and
    After one week I open the door to the shed I had 114 bird's and in about 2 minutes they were all gone! Haha, the owner called me the next morning telling me " 114 birds entered over the counter, there having a bath"
    Haha! I was speechless my first memory and experience with the racers,
    Awesome video/doc/show ,
    Now gonna go buy a pair after 10.years! And this video.

  • @sulakkanalalindu
    @sulakkanalalindu 5 років тому +1

    Beautiful and heart touching documentary pal!! keep it up. Thanks for publishing.

  • @xiongguysloft9560
    @xiongguysloft9560 5 років тому +11

    Beautiful Documentary. Thanks for the upload, God Bless!!

  • @tejtrambharatt5182
    @tejtrambharatt5182 5 років тому +4

    Great video I wish all the pigeon haters can see this video I love pigeons from childhood.

  • @hillbillypicker2232
    @hillbillypicker2232 4 роки тому

    Loved this. I had roller pigeons when I was a teen ager.

  • @KeifusMathews3
    @KeifusMathews3 4 роки тому +5

    Learned a lot from this, thanks for the knowledge, blessing to you and yours

  • @amechelb
    @amechelb 4 роки тому +3

    That is absolutely amazing that he came back that far!!! He is a legend.

  • @derekgee8504
    @derekgee8504 Рік тому

    Says it the way it is excellent video thanks for posting

  • @citoloft1969
    @citoloft1969 3 роки тому

    ❤❤❤❤🇵🇷🇵🇷🇵🇷 This documentary was one of the best documentary I have ever seen I just can't believe my eyes azam speaking I am sharing plenty of tears I will keep up the flying till the day I am ready To settle and be in the sky as well as eyberg when I am resting in peace here New York United States the pigeon flying is very Much alive you can believe that even young kids as well Thank you so much for sharing this documentary I will keep up my flying with my birds how wonderful Day or night

  • @jakubgrzyb9258
    @jakubgrzyb9258 4 роки тому +2

    I think it is the best documentary film about homing pigeons I ever seen. When they talk in TV about our passion its like : "they pay a lot for pigeons" and the information they give and lack of preparation are pathetic. Is it the full version?

  • @vincentvivek5908
    @vincentvivek5908 4 роки тому

    Once I had very gud pigeons and I had to leave them because of my studies....watching this was a pleasure. Salute to all...

  • @abdelazizogagang8779
    @abdelazizogagang8779 4 роки тому +6

    Fckin bird returned from 1300 mile journey. Some people cant even find their way from a 4 block street. Damn.

  • @richardbotalon8005
    @richardbotalon8005 5 років тому +2

    Thanks for uploading this racing pigeon video😇i love it...😊i wish someday i got a racing pigeon like a champion...😄

  • @AnimeAcidAngel
    @AnimeAcidAngel 5 років тому +5

    Loved this documentary. Thank you!

  • @capuchinepigeons2825
    @capuchinepigeons2825 5 років тому +4

    Hello ...... Super video and beautiful pigeons brother 💯like 👍 Thanks for sharing ❤🕊 Love from Germany to all animals fanciers ❤

  • @nmo888
    @nmo888 5 років тому +5

    What a great video, many thanks.

  • @glennsode2153
    @glennsode2153 4 роки тому

    Great Doco. Thank you for sharing. If only I have the time I would like to raise pigeons.

  • @stevevassallo4323
    @stevevassallo4323 5 років тому +4

    Fantastic film. Thank You.

  • @Fred-B
    @Fred-B 4 роки тому

    That was a lovely documentary. I enjoyed it very much, thank you.

  • @Euphorixxx
    @Euphorixxx 11 місяців тому

    Brilliant! Very good watch! And I've got to comment on how they ''blueball'' the pigeons so they just can't wait to get back home haha! Makes a lot of sense

  • @kristenbennett8495
    @kristenbennett8495 5 років тому +2

    Love this documentary

  • @grantlouw2783
    @grantlouw2783 4 роки тому +3

    Beautiful documentary

  • @maykeenan3297
    @maykeenan3297 5 років тому +9

    I am 13 and I started pigeons when I was 10.

    • @jakubgrzyb9258
      @jakubgrzyb9258 4 роки тому +1

      Keep on its a beautifull hobby ;)

    • @elvergontemeto714
      @elvergontemeto714 Рік тому

      I'm a pigeon hunter I'm 30 years old and I started hunting when I was 6

  • @markhutt4494
    @markhutt4494 5 років тому +12

    that was CLASS did the young lad become a champion and beat the queen of England

  • @RudolphFurtado
    @RudolphFurtado 4 роки тому

    In the time of "CORONAVIRUS WORLD WAR - 3" in 2020 when your own life is at the hands of a invisible pandemic it's cinema and documentaries that breaks all barriers and provides solace and entertainment in the confines of home.As a lifelong sports enthusiast and a silver jubilee pathological gambler on horse racing decided to understand the sport of pigeon racing.Picked the right documentary and found this video extremely educating to a novice from Mumbai in India where pigeon racing does exist in a few city's.. Surprised that the Royal Family of England is also actively involved in "Pigeon Racing" as i was under the impression they only raced horses.In the end was happy to note that among the 1200 stolen pigeons one of the prized stolen pigeon flew back 1300 miles from Rumania to its home loft in England and it's veteran owner, Ken Hines in England. Interesting and almost unbelievable fact.one of my favourite boxer's Mike.Tyson is a pigeon fancier and If "PIGEON RACING" existed in Mumbai i would definitely have been a active player in this bird sport. Ahoy !

  • @Becoatsr69
    @Becoatsr69 5 років тому +7

    We have pigeons too! This video is great ❤

  • @freedomforthebrave
    @freedomforthebrave 4 роки тому

    50years of work fucking hell that's sad man hope you all the luck you get them back in some way hope a miracle happens that's sad passion is priceless

  • @maykeenan3297
    @maykeenan3297 5 років тому +5

    Beautiful

  • @brillsmith2207
    @brillsmith2207 3 роки тому

    i love docs like this

  • @user-qg1ks9qn2w
    @user-qg1ks9qn2w 5 років тому +6

    Russia very love sport pigeons

  • @joerfabianvlog
    @joerfabianvlog 4 роки тому +2

    Love it!!from the philippines!

  • @ISRAELLOFT
    @ISRAELLOFT 5 років тому +29

    I really love this sports

    • @espinoza5076
      @espinoza5076 4 роки тому +1

      Hi sir ISRAEL i'm your subscriber from Philippines!

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      @mrgullu455 4 роки тому

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  • @cnergyloft528
    @cnergyloft528 5 років тому +5

    Loved it. Thanks a lot.

  • @jackturtle131
    @jackturtle131 5 років тому +8

    The biggest problem for new and old flyers is the $$$$$$$$ I had to give it away because I was spending more than 150 bucks a week all up,It's just out of reach for a lot of people. It's a pity because it's an lovely sport

    • @jakubgrzyb9258
      @jakubgrzyb9258 4 роки тому

      You can always keep less pigeons and fly them for yourself not for fame and victories. I cant imagine not having at least 10 pairs if I'm able to. Cheers bro

  • @jamessamson163
    @jamessamson163 4 роки тому +5

    RIP to all the old fanciers who’v passed.

  • @dalehooper159
    @dalehooper159 2 роки тому

    Great video. We are long time ranching family in AZ. My son just pick up his first 5 birds. Plan to race them. God bless

  • @jobertpage-et1349
    @jobertpage-et1349 3 роки тому

    I like it, nice birdz...

  • @livingwaters.4U
    @livingwaters.4U 5 років тому +5

    Incredible

  • @THEFALCON58
    @THEFALCON58 2 роки тому

    Hi from D.Ks lofts Burmingham rollers Perth WA
    He with the most money wins to buy the best birds /the young guys can't compete with that these days
    From me its the love of the hobby

  • @markbaltazar8911
    @markbaltazar8911 4 роки тому +2

    beautiful documentry

    • @jamessamson163
      @jamessamson163 4 роки тому

      Mark Baltazar yes indeed it was, i was marvelled at the pigeons loyalty and stamina in returning from Romania!

  • @mayodeonse5075
    @mayodeonse5075 4 роки тому

    Jos thone your such an idol here in the Phillipines..i hope someday i have a Josthone bird on my on..ive been racing pigeons for atleast 3 years now..and still not won any and still learning how to win...

  • @maxmorgan2297
    @maxmorgan2297 4 роки тому

    Jos Thone, thats top pigeons, i have some 2 generation from him. Awesome winners.

  • @christopheriansisoncabinta2704
    @christopheriansisoncabinta2704 5 років тому +5

    Priceless video!

  • @aptnchocco
    @aptnchocco 4 роки тому

    Nice production , grateful , Nice filming and editing .

  • @pabloescobar-hg4bf
    @pabloescobar-hg4bf 5 років тому +3

    Mencantan los palomos desde
    Canada

  • @swamploftpigeonworld1277
    @swamploftpigeonworld1277 5 років тому +2

    great vid

  • @aaroni5074
    @aaroni5074 5 років тому +13

    I knew when I seen the title little ripper it was gonna be Irish or Australian

  • @santosfe1
    @santosfe1 4 роки тому +1

    Olá bom dia a todos kkkkk me emocionei com a reportagem ...sou um apaixonado por pombos gostaria de poder competir em um clube nesse nível de profissionalismo .

  • @2eyesblue4y
    @2eyesblue4y 4 роки тому +4

    I'm Românian and this is so sad ... i really hope the guys how stolen the pigeons get what they deserve what goes around comes around

    • @Ryan-fosho
      @Ryan-fosho 3 роки тому

      Honestly same, those pigeon families were apart of his family for 50 years and someone stole that from him, he is now to old to really make that kind of a bond with your pigeons again so they really are not replaceable, it’s so sad especially since now he doesn’t have those birds to pass on to his grandkids which would make it even more special

  • @KalapatiKomedy
    @KalapatiKomedy Рік тому

    ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉 nice movie!

  • @drirfanraja
    @drirfanraja 5 років тому +1

    I love pigeons tooooooooooo muchhhhhhhhhhhhh

  • @simolotfi9231
    @simolotfi9231 5 років тому +4

    Tooooop

  • @BudiCorner
    @BudiCorner 3 роки тому

    this beautiful hobby ❤️

  • @PlanetMety
    @PlanetMety 3 роки тому

    Finally.

  • @topg_lofts9758
    @topg_lofts9758 4 роки тому

    Brought so many old memories back man.

  • @jason1979007
    @jason1979007 5 років тому +6

    They will fly back,!.

  • @jojiechannel6867
    @jojiechannel6867 5 років тому +1

    this video is awesome cheers🍻

  • @PlanetMety
    @PlanetMety 4 роки тому

    Atlast. Thank you

  • @shengwu9077
    @shengwu9077 2 роки тому

    Its an original song written for this documentary. Written and performed by Harry Angus.
    [jus keepin a note]

  • @despreanimalesilivada7504
    @despreanimalesilivada7504 4 роки тому

    I love verry much this sport

  • @johnjoyce341
    @johnjoyce341 4 роки тому +3

    The pigeons have more intelligence than some humans.

    • @jakubgrzyb9258
      @jakubgrzyb9258 4 роки тому

      Well thats exaduration but they are a lot more inteligent than people think

    • @jessyaguilar2797
      @jessyaguilar2797 4 роки тому

      And one of that some humans is you

  • @jjtzlofttv2390
    @jjtzlofttv2390 3 роки тому +1

    Nice pigeons👍

  • @jasonpettit9942
    @jasonpettit9942 Рік тому

    Power of love, home is where the heart beat is which lets of a pulse when flown over , when the pigeon is apart from the loft the beat is only stronger when the pigeon is flying closer in the direction of the loft and faint in the wrong direction of the loft . Love connects the heart body and soul together and the magic is in the Holy Spirit to find each other

  • @michealleeyoung4482
    @michealleeyoung4482 5 років тому +1

    Its about time ,for someone to keep us ,pigeon fanatics, inform about ,racing pigeons and pigeons in general. ......
    ..

  • @georgewelldone3519
    @georgewelldone3519 5 років тому +1

    Very nice my name is George like this man

  • @alexandruanghel4295
    @alexandruanghel4295 5 років тому +3

    Use a whistle. Nice movie, some lofts

  • @Teamchambalerobrothersloft
    @Teamchambalerobrothersloft 4 роки тому

    wow amazing 😍

  • @pigeonfanciertv5442
    @pigeonfanciertv5442 4 роки тому

    Nice. Vid

  • @davidroberts8611
    @davidroberts8611 4 роки тому +2

    Well done you sam

  • @majidkhan-pv6jp
    @majidkhan-pv6jp 5 років тому +1

    Nice dood I found of fly the pigons

  • @rimonmia7265
    @rimonmia7265 4 роки тому

    I like your pegion sports from Bangladesh 🇧🇩

  • @ylesracingpigeons9636
    @ylesracingpigeons9636 2 роки тому

    Nice ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @jaymendoza4875
    @jaymendoza4875 3 роки тому

    next documentary about racing pigeons please...

  • @adamadam-ew1pu
    @adamadam-ew1pu 4 роки тому

    Nice thanks you from denmarak

  • @rajashahid582
    @rajashahid582 4 роки тому +1

    I am a pigeons lover from Pakistan 💕
    My English is not very good but i saw this beautiful and very informative video I love it.i just say May Allah Bless on you All teams and members 🌷

  • @BelgianRacingPigeons
    @BelgianRacingPigeons 5 років тому +1

    Great work I wish I was as skilled

  • @pitoygwapitotv1877
    @pitoygwapitotv1877 2 роки тому

    From Philippines