LOOK 785 Huez RS Frameset

LOOK 785 Huez RS Frameset

LOOK's lightest climbing platform, ready for your dream build. The LOOK 785 Huez RS Frameset is engineered for riders who want an elite carbon road frame focused on light weight, stiffness, fast climbing response, and high-mountain performance.

Available in Mist Verde and Raw Carbon / Chrome, this RS frameset is the foundation for a premium custom road bike build with your preferred drivetrain, wheels, cockpit, gearing, saddle, and fit choices.

Every climber's dream

The 785 Huez RS is designed for climbers who want exceptional efficiency when the road rises. LOOK highlights the RS platform for its balance of lightness and stiffness, giving riders a frame made for sharp accelerations, legendary climbs, and epic alpine adventures.

Why choose the 785 Huez RS Frameset?

• Elite carbon climbing frameset designed for mountain performance and race-focused custom builds
• Frame weight note from LOOK: 830 g frame and 360 g fork
• T47 85.5 mm bottom bracket standard for modern stiffness and serviceability
• Flat Mount 140 mm disc brake standard
• Modern X12 thru-axle standards with 100 mm front and 142 mm rear spacing
• Compatible with LOOK Aero Combo Cockpit for a clean integrated performance build
• Available in Mist Verde and Raw Carbon / Chrome
• Ideal for Shimano Di2, SRAM AXS, and high-end custom road bike builds when compatible parts are selected

Who is this frameset for?

This frameset is ideal for experienced cyclists, climbers, racers, and custom-bike customers who want the lightest and most performance-focused version of the 785 Huez platform. Choose it if you want to select your own wheels, drivetrain, cockpit, saddle, gear ratios, and finishing kit rather than buying a complete bike with a fixed specification.

Technical Specifications

Geometry

Size Guide

Please note: this is an approximate size guide. For the most precise fit, contact your dealer or schedule a professional bike fit.

If you are between two sizes, choose the smaller size for a more responsive and agile climbing fit, or the larger size for a slightly more stretched and stable position. Your inseam, flexibility, riding style, and cockpit setup can all affect the best size choice.

Buyer Questions & Answers

Who should buy the LOOK 785 Huez RS Frameset instead of a complete bike?

Choose the frameset if you want to create a custom high-performance climbing bike with your preferred wheels, drivetrain, cockpit, saddle, gearing, and finishing parts. It is also a strong option if you already own premium components and want to build them around LOOK's lightest road platform.

How is the 785 Huez RS different from the standard 785 Huez frameset?

The RS version is positioned as the lighter, more performance-focused climbing platform. It is the choice for riders who want the most elite 785 Huez frameset for mountain performance, race builds, and premium custom setups.

Is the 785 Huez RS Frameset good for climbing?

Yes. LOOK describes the 785 Huez RS as its lightest bike, designed for climbers who want exceptional efficiency and ultimate performance when the road rises.

Is this frameset good for long mountain rides?

Yes. The 785 Huez RS is built for both sharp accelerations and epic alpine adventures, making it a strong choice for high-mileage climbing days, sportives, and mountainous routes.

What is the claimed frame and fork weight?

LOOK lists the 785 Huez RS frameset with a featherweight frame note of 830 g for the frame and 360 g for the fork.

What bottom bracket standard does it use?

The LOOK source specification lists a T47 85.5 mm bottom bracket standard.

What brake standard does the frameset use?

The frameset uses a Flat Mount 140 mm disc brake standard.

What thru-axle standard does the frameset use?

LOOK lists a front X12 conical 100 mm M12 x 1.5 thru axle with 115 mm full length and a rear 142 mm M12 x 1.5 thru axle with 160 mm full length.

Is it compatible with the LOOK Aero Combo Cockpit?

Yes. LOOK states that the 785 Huez RS frame is compatible with the LOOK Aero Combo Cockpit for an integrated, aerodynamic cockpit setup.

Can I build this with Shimano Di2?

Yes, a Shimano Di2 build can be an excellent match for this frameset. Confirm exact routing, battery placement, brake, bottom bracket, and small-parts compatibility for your chosen Di2 generation before assembly.

Can I build this with SRAM AXS?

A SRAM AXS road build can work well for a clean custom setup. Confirm crank, bottom bracket, brake, chainline, cassette, rotor, and cockpit choices with your mechanic before ordering parts.

Does this frameset include wheels, drivetrain, or brakes?

No. This is a frameset product, not a complete bike. You should plan for wheels, tires, drivetrain, brakes, rotors, cassette, chain, cockpit, saddle, bar tape, pedals, and any required small parts.

Is the 785 Huez RS better for climbing than an aero frame?

For riders focused on long climbs, repeated accelerations, and high-mountain performance, the 785 Huez RS is a strong alternative to an aero frame because it prioritizes light weight, stiffness, and climbing response.

How does this compare with the 785 Huez complete bikes?

The complete bikes are ready-to-ride packages with predetermined components, while the frameset lets you build the RS platform around your preferred wheels, drivetrain, cockpit, fit, and weight goals.

What size should I choose?

LOOK's approximate size guide recommends XS for riders under 166 cm, S for 164-173 cm, M for 171-180 cm, L for 178-187 cm, and XL for riders over 185 cm. In inches, that is XS under 65.4 in, S from 64.6-68.1 in, M from 67.3-70.9 in, L from 70.1-73.6 in, and XL over 72.8 in. For the best fit, confirm with your dealer or a professional bike fitter.

Which color should I choose?

Mist Verde gives the bike a distinctive modern climbing-bike look, while Raw Carbon / Chrome emphasizes the premium carbon construction and a sleek race-focused finish. Both colors use the same 785 Huez RS frameset platform.

Is this a good frame for a first custom road bike build?

Yes, provided you work with an experienced shop or mechanic. A high-end frameset build gives excellent control over fit and components, but it requires careful parts compatibility checks before assembly.