The Marlbank One Loft Race in South Africa has already cemented itself as one of the most exciting stages in the international pigeon sport. Set against the stunning backdrop of the Heron Banks Golf Course in Sasolburg, Marlbank is more than a race. It is a showcase of stamina, speed, and the unbreakable spirit of our sport.
The 2025 edition proved this once again. From the opening hotspot flights to the Grand Final of 655 km from Richmond, Marlbank tested every pigeon to the absolute limit. Only the toughest could rise. And now, just weeks after that spectacular finale, comes the part that sets every fancier’s heart racing: the auction of the Top 150 finalists.
The Auction — Own a Piece of Marlbank History
When pigeons conquer the Richmond final, they don’t just earn prizes — they earn immortality. Marlbank now offers you the chance to bring that strength and resilience straight into your own loft.
From the first hammer fall, you’ll be bidding on warriors who have already proven themselves under South Africa’s toughest skies. These are not just pedigrees on paper. These are pigeons who have written history in real kilometers, real conditions, and real competition.
The Pigeon Boss Picks
Every auction has its crown jewels. These are the lots where The Boss himself would aim his arrows:
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Lot 1 – Alwyn Bester’s ace. 8th Ace Bird & 24th in the Final. Inbred to Blue Best Kittel and Blizzard King Kittel. This isn’t just a pigeon, it’s sprint and middle-distance firepower in one body.
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Lot 20 — Gavin Rous ZA-24-CAS-501
Winner of the Final over 647 km in 2025. Also 6th Ace Pigeon, 2nd Colesberg, 26th Hanover. Serious class with proven family behind it. -
Lot 35 – A diamond that radiates resilience. This is the type of pigeon that shapes a bloodline and stamps its quality for years to come.
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Lot 41 – Rare and exceptional. Proven race results backed by deep bloodlines. Exactly the mix The Boss demands: performance and pedigree.
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Lot 50 – A consistent flyer from a family that delivers time and again. A lot that guarantees both reliability and future breeding value.
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Lot 65 – Pure fight. Stamina and speed perfectly balanced. A pigeon with character — and character is what breeds champions.
Final Words
Marlbank OLR 2025 has already written history. But history doesn’t end at the finish line — it continues in the breeding lofts of those bold enough to secure these champions now.
📢 This auction is your chance to step into the circle of greatness. Don’t let these pigeons slip through your fingers.
Because legends aren’t just followed. Legends are owned. And only the true fanciers — the ones who dare — will race like a Boss.
Remember the Pigeon Boss told you about this auction!
Jan de Wijs
The Pigeon Boss
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