A Fantastic Weekend for Johan De Belser: 1st National Ace Pigeon, Heavy Middle Distance, KBDB, and 1st National Zone Bourges

What an exceptional weekend for Johan De Belser from Berlaar. His top hen, “Rayo” (BE24-6095051) was crowned 1st National Ace Pigeon KBDB Long Middle Distance Old Birds 2026, while that same weekend “Favi” (BE25-6040733) also won 1st National Bourges Zone against 1,204 pigeons. This confirms the absolute top-class status of the De Belser loft.

“Rayo”

“Rayo” (BE24-6095051)’s national title is the result of an impressive string of top placements in the national long middle-distance races:

•    10th National La Châtre against 4,633 pigeons

•    20th National Bourges against 5,316 pigeons

•    27th National La Châtre against 10,300 pigeons

•    59th National Argenton against 15,386 pigeons

With this consistency, “Rayo” secured the title of 1st National Ace Pigeon KBDB Long Middle Distance Old Birds 2026, the crowning achievement of a season in which she excelled week after week.

Strong Pedigree

“Rayo” is a daughter of “Side Up” x “Serina.”

Her sire, “Side Up,” is a son of the legendary “Het 001,” a pigeon who himself went on to become:

•    3rd National Ace Pigeon KBDB Long Middle Distance 2020

•    1st Provincial Ace Pigeon Long Middle Distance 2020

Her dam, “Serina,” carries the bloodlines “New Kim”–“Kaasboer”–“083/02” from Gaston Van de Wouwer, partly via Marc Vandevelde

“Favi” Is Also Making a Name for herself.

As if the national ace pigeon title weren’t enough, “Favi” (BE25-6040733) delivered a second highlight that same weekend by winning 1st National Zone Bourges against 1,204 pigeons.

‘Favi’ is a daughter of “Netgear” x “Pluuum”.

Here, too, we find the same rock-solid genetic foundation. “Netgear” is a son of “Het 001” and, moreover, a half-brother of “Sophia,” the phenomenal hen who was the fastest in the entire province of Antwerp at Sermaises against no fewer than 14,061 pigeons.

Confirmation of a Top Colony

With a national ace pigeon and a national zone winner in a single weekend, Johan De Belser once again underscores why his colony has been among the absolute best in Belgium for years and continues to win top national prizes season after season. Behind these impressive results lies not coincidence, but a clear vision: building a sustainable stock consisting exclusively of proven performers. The line centered around “Het 001” continues to grow into a true gold mine, where performers and breeders of exceptional quality keep emerging one after another. Today, Johan forms a close-knit team with his sons Arne and Nick. Johan’s experience is complemented by the fresh insights of the next generation, allowing the loft to continually evolve without losing its strong foundations.

Pigeon-Bids Johan De Belser:

The auction starts on Monday 10 August at 2.00 pm and ends on Wednesday 19 August at 2.00 pm!

In this auction you will find, amongst others:

• “Lorena” – 15th National Bourges
• Child of “Sarah” – 1st National Châteauroux
• Grandchild of “Sarah” – 1st National Châteauroux
• Brother of “Melina” – 1st Best Pigeon in 7 National Races 2025 & 4th Olympiad Pigeon Cat. H 2025
• Half-brother of “Rayo” – 1st National Ace Pigeon Heavy Middle Distance KBDB 2026

This is an exceptional opportunity to acquire pigeons from one of the strongest performing bloodlines of the moment. Johan De Belser’s loft in Berlaar has been among the very best for many years, with top national honours, international successes and outstanding results in prestigious one-loft races in China. The pigeons on offer come from a family that time and again proves its exceptional qualities both in flight and in the breeding loft. Anyone looking for proven performance, top pedigree and lasting breeding value should not miss this auction.

Invest in proven top quality and seize this unique opportunity!

Johan, Arne, and Nick, congratulations on this magnificent achievement! On behalf of the entire Herbots Team, we wish you continued success.

Christophe Mathues