At Barrera Family Loft, racing pigeons are more than a passion—they are our heritage. Founded by Jose Barrera Jr., our loft carries a proud legacy of excellence, dedication, and love for the sport of pigeon racing. We believe in building meaningful partnerships with individuals and organizations who share our commitment to quality, tradition, and success. By partnering with us, you become part of a journey rooted in trust, expertise, and the pursuit of greatness in the racing pigeon community.
Jose Barrera Jr. discovered his love for racing pigeons at a young age. With years of experience behind him, he founded Barrera Family Loft at just 18 years old to carry on his family’s tradition and chase greatness. Today, he’s building one of the most exciting young lofts – with results to back it up.
Our aspiration is not just to compete, but to dominate the pigeon racing world. We strive to become synonymous with success, producing champion birds that excel in national races and earn a place in every loft.
At Barrera Family Loft, we house some of the most exceptional and rare racing pigeons in the US. Our birds are not just birds; they are elite athletes bred and trained to win. We are inspired by the determination echoed in the Pokémon theme song: to be the very best. This motto drives us to honor the rich tradition of pigeon racing while fostering a vibrant community among enthusiasts like you.
1st Place – Terra Sky OLR Final 2024 1st Place – Average Speed 2024Around here, results don’t come by luck – they come from hard work, planning, and purpose.
In the loft, in business, in life – winning is earned.
The message behind it comes from my racing pigeons, but it goes beyond that. It is about hard work, patience and being intentional with everything you do – in life, in business, whatever you are doing, Winning is earned
We believe in the power of sharing knowledge, techniques, and support within the pigeon racing world. By coming together, we can elevate each other to new heights of success and enjoyment in this noble sport. Together, let’s keep this noble tradition soaring and reach for the top!
Thank you for visiting the Barrera Family Loft. We invite you to join us on our journey and share in the excitement of pigeon racing. Whether you’re a seasoned racer looking to enhance your loft’s bloodlines or a newcomer eager to learn from the best, we invite you to be a part of our family and experience the thrill of racing pigeons at its finest. Join us as we continue our quest for pigeon racing excellence.
A: Racing Pigeons are specially bred and trained birds known for their speed, endurance, and ability to find their way home over long distances. They compete in organized races where they are released from a starting point and timed on how quickly they return to their loft. The sport combines careful breeding, training and care with champion pigeons often becoming highly valuable for their bloodlines and results
A: Their value comes from their genetics, performance history, and breeding potential. Top racing pigeons can compete in races worldwide, and their offspring can be sold for breeding or racing, sometimes fetching very high prices in auctions.
A: Shipping is done safely and professionally using specialized pigeon transport boxes that ensure the birds’ comfort, ventilation, and hydration. Delivery is arranged through trusted couriers or livestock shipping services, and the pigeons are handled with care throughout the process.
A: In One Loft Races, pigeons from different breeders are sent as young birds to a central loft. They are raised and trained together under the same conditions. This ensures a fair competition, where the birds’ genetics and performance decide the winners, not training differences.
A: Yes, once received, they should be given rest, access to fresh water, and a quiet space to settle in. They usually adapt quickly, especially if they are young birds.
A: Absolutely. Many beginners start with affordable pigeons from trusted breeders. Learning through experience, clubs, and one loft races makes it easy to grow in the sport.
A: They remove training and distance biases since all birds are cared for equally. Breeders can showcase the true quality of their pigeons, and winners often gain prestige and higher breeding value.
