Royal Cup Race

We are proud to announce the release of our 2026 Race Week Itinerary. We have an exciting week planned, including events at Jamul Casino & Resort. This year, we are asking all of our race participants to book their stay at Jamul Casino, which is located just minutes from the loft. Hotel information and the special group rate are included at the bottom of the itinerary.

Please keep in mind that race dates for the California Classic and Royal Cup may be adjusted based on weather conditions. To provide the best possible racing conditions for the birds, race day may be moved up or pushed back. There is also a possibility of multiple races being held on the same day. The final race schedule will be determined by weather conditions, and any changes will be communicated throughout race week.

We are looking forward to an exciting week of racing and can't wait to welcome everyone to San Diego.

John Timmerman & Team

Saturday June 13 will be the last time we will be picking up birds, as our intake period will be ending.

We are accepting birds through the first week of June, with replacements accepted through the second week of June.

John will be live this evening at 8pm EST or 5pm Pacific with Ryan from Feathers Elite. You can watch the interview below live or on Facebook or YouTube.

Feathers Elite Pigeon Auctions ONE LOFT RACE WEDNESDAYS-LIVE

We would like to take this time to recognize Patti Gage. Patti and her late husband CL Gage have been long time participants in the races here in San Diego for decades. Over the years they have consistently performed at a high level scoring in the first drop in San Diego on multiple occasions.

FEPA In Conversation with the Godmother of American One Loft Racing Patti Gage FEPA In Conversation with the Godmother of American One Loft Racing Patti Gage