Jellema vs Batenburg: Which Bloodline Is Better for Barcelona?

Jellema and Batenburg–Van de Merwe are two of the most respected bloodlines in extreme long-distance pigeon racing. But which family is the better choice for Barcelona? In this video, we compare their Barcelona results, endurance, racing philosophy, breeding power and ability to produce winners at other lofts. Jellema has built an exceptional record in Barcelona, with famous pigeons such as Kleine Jade and Silke. Batenburg has created a powerful international marathon family through legends such as New Laureaat, New Witbuik and the Witbuik bloodline. We also explain why the famous Jellema × Batenburg combination may be one of the strongest modern crosses for Barcelona and other international marathon races. Watch until the end to discover: • Which bloodline has the stronger direct Barcelona record • Which family offers better breeding value • Why New Laureaat × Kleine Jade is such an important cross • What to check before buying a Jellema or Batenburg pigeon • Which bloodline is best for your racing and breeding goals Which would you choose for Barcelona: Jellema, Batenburg or a cross between both? Share your opinion in the comments. Subscribe to Pigeon Auction for more racing pigeon stories, bloodline comparisons, marathon champions and international race analysis. #RacingPigeons #BarcelonaPigeonRace #JelleJellema #Batenburg #PigeonRacing #MarathonPigeons #LongDistancePigeons #PigeonAuction