Tim, I agree that some of the cross breds are the best layers. I have gotten good results from the barred rocks though, up to 3 years of decent layers. I like the "barnyard specials" best, just let the different breeds cross, and you get some really interesting looking chickens that are good layers. I have some Austra Whites that are now 3 years old, that are still laying like crazy, and they have these huge eggs too. I lost my good rooster last week, he was part White wyndotte, Rhode Island red, Barred Rock, and some Light Brahman all mixed together. He sure produced some great hens that lay like mad. Now I am going to have to hatch a new rooster from one of his daughters. I like the rose combs up here in the cold, they don't seem to freeze like the other combs.
