Hoogerland prepared for long season

Johnny Hoogerland

Johnny Hoogerland (Image credit: Elmar Krings)

2011 was a year of highs and lows for Dutch rider Johnny Hoogerland. A breakthrough at the Tour de France, where he wore the mountain jersey for several stages, was overshadowed by a horror crash that could have killed him and ended his progress. And though he didn't grab any big victories he was pleased with his performances overall.