Shut Up, Legs!: My Wild Ride On and Off the Bike

Voigt, Jens; Startt, James

ISBN 10: 1623365201 / ISBN 13: 9781623365202

Published by Rodale Books, 2016

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Shut Up, Legs!: My Wild Ride On and Off the Bike
• Publisher: Rodale Books
• Publication Date: 2016
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1623365201
• ISBN 13: 9781623365202
• Binding: Hardcover
• Condition: like_new

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Synopsis

Beloved German cyclist Jens 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.

About the Author

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.