jens voigt
Jens Voigt is a German former professional road bicycle racer for several teams, the last one being UCI ProTeam Trek Factory Racing. Voigt has worn the yellow jersey of the Tour de France twice. His career achievements include winning the Critérium International a record-tying five times and a number of 1-week stage races, as well as two Tour de France stage victories. In September 2014, he set a new hour record. He lives in Berlin.
About Shut Up, Legs!
Voigt isn’t a superstar in the traditional sense of the word. Although he won three stages of the Tour De France―and wore the yellow jersey twice―Voigt never claimed an overall victory. He became a star because he embodies qualities that go beyond winning and losing: sacrifice, selflessness, reliability, and devotion. European and American crowds were drawn to his aggressive riding style, outgoing nature, and refreshing realness.
Voigt adopted a tireless work ethic that he carried throughout his career. In Shut Up, Legs! (a legendary Jensism), Voigt reflects upon his childhood in East Germany, juggling life as a professional cyclist and a father of six, and how he remained competitive without doping. Shut Up, Legs! offers a rare glimpse inside his heart and mind.
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9 Great Jens Voigt Quotes That Aren't "Shut Up Legs"
That mid-race mantra sent Jens Voigt’s fandom to historic levels, but the retired professional cyclist’s wisdom extends far beyond his famous phrase
Jens Voigt Recalls His Tour Crash
Jens Voigt writes about his years in the Tour, including his 2009 crash in the Alps, in 'Shut Up, Legs!'
Smashing the Hour Record: A Peek Inside Jens Voigt's New Autobiography
Jens Voigt writes about his years in the Tour, breaking the hour record, and life after cycling in 'Shut Up, Legs!'
Bond of Brothers
Last year's Tour was famously filled with anger, pain, and heartbreak for the Schleck brothers. But they're not mad anymore. Now it's all about getting even.
Jens Voigt's Tour Notes
The 15-year pro recaps Stage 1 and talks about the importance of aerodynamics.
A Grand Cru of a Tour
Jens Voigt considers the 2010 Tour de France an overall success.
Paris in Sight
Jens Voigt was relieved to have an easier day after struggling in the Pyrenees. PLUS: Video
Relieved
Jens Voigt was happy to simply finish Stage 17 after his crash on Tuesday.
Saying No to the SAG Wagon
Jens Voigt wouldn't let his Stage 16 crash end his race.
Full of Surprises
Jens Voigt reacts to Stage 15, where teammate Andy Schleck lost his lead to Alberto Contador.
How Strong is Contador?
Jens Voigt, Andy Schleck's teammate, was wondering this after Stage 14.
Testing My Pain Barrier
Jens Voigt says racing the Pyrenees will require willpower.
Heart of Darkness
Jens Voigt says Stage 12 was one of the hardest racing days of his career.
Easy Day
Jens Voigt says Stage 11 offered a nice respite before the inevitable pain of Stage 12.
Cooked
Jens Voigt feels ragged after a scorching day at the Tour de France.
The Helping Hands of Time
Jens Voigt describes his role in getting teammate Andy Schleck into the yellow jersey.
A Big Win for Andy
Jens Voigt celebrates teammate Andy Schleck's Stage 8 win.
Call Me an Idiot
Jens Voigt thought teammate Fabian Cancellara would hold onto the yellow jersey through Stage 7.
Cows and Grass
TOUR DISPATCH: Jens Voigt says that Stage 6 was long, boring and hot, and that the heat is starting to get to some racers.
Heat Management
Saxo Bank veteran Jens Voigt spent stage 5 carrying water bottles, talking to fellow riders and humming along to Paradise City.
Wheel of Fortune
TOUR DISPATCH: Jens Voigt hopes tomorrow's stage will be as uneventful as today's.
Carnage and Mayhem
Stage 3 was simply too hard, says an incensed Jens Voigt—whose teammate, Frank Schleck, crashed out.
Inside Stage 2's Crashes
TOUR DISPATCH: "That was about the worst crash I have ever seen in my entire career," says Jens Voigt.
A Typical Stage 1
Jens Voigt says the unpredictability of the first stage was par for the course.