Gabriel Catrinescu stands out in the world of pigeon racing as a breeder of exceptionally high-quality pigeons, managing an impressive colony located in Râmnicu Vâlcea. This colony includes pigeons from world-renowned breeders such as Batemburg vd. Merwe, Jelle Jellema, Gaby Vandenabeele, Arie Dijkstra, Koopman, Dirck v.d. Bulk, Patrick Boerek, and J. Hooymans. These specimens represent not only a substantial financial investment but also an invaluable genetic treasure for pigeon enthusiasts in Romania, offering unique opportunities to acquire elite descendants.
At the auction organized by Gabriel Catrinescu, participants can purchase grandchildren and great-grandchildren of world-famous pigeons such as New Laureaat, Witpen Rivaldo Golden Red Barcelona, Lloyd, Special One, Olympic Romee, and Invictus. These pigeons represent the pinnacle of pigeon racing performance, available for enthusiasts of both general races and marathons. This auction offers high-quality genetic material derived from the established lines of the most prestigious breeders.
Gabriel Catrinescu's investments and passion for pigeon racing have led to impressive results, confirming the exceptional value of his pigeons. Notable achievements of his breeding loft include:
1st Place: in various FNCPR (National Federation of Pigeon Breeders in Romania) categories in 2021, including Marathon Breeder Palmares, Ace Breeder, General Breeder, and Young Birds Breeder for 3 Years.
1st Place: National Laureate Super Ace UCP (Union of Professional Pigeon Fanciers) in 2015.
1st Place: Youngsters Breeder FNCPR in 2018.
1st Place: Young Birds Breeder Oltenia Province FNCPR in 2018.
Additionally, Gabriel Catrinescu has achieved numerous top positions in various other categories and competitions, such as marathon, middle-distance, and sprint races, for both young and mature pigeons. These achievements underscore not only the exceptional quality of his pigeons but also his dedication and expertise in the field of pigeon racing.
The impressive performances and elite bloodlines of the pigeons from Gabriel Catrinescu’s loft make it a reference point in the world of pigeon racing. The auction he organizes offers Romanian pigeon fanciers a rare opportunity to access the highest quality genetic material, thus contributing to the improvement of their own colonies and achieving remarkable results in competitions. Gabriel Catrinescu’s passion and expertise continue to inspire and elevate standards in both Romanian and international pigeon racing.