LOOK 785 Huez Frameset

LOOK 785 Huez Frameset Build your dream climbing bike from the frame up. The LOOK 785 Huez Frameset is a lightweight carbon road platform designed for riders who want a responsive, explosive, and confidence-inspiring bike for climbs, mountain roads, fast training rides, and custom performance builds. Available in Proteam Black Glossy and Proteam White Glossy, this frameset gives you the foundation to create a personalized road bike with your preferred drivetrain, wheels, cockpit, saddle, and finishing kit. Built for elevation and custom road builds The 785 Huez is LOOK's road bike platform for climbers. It is designed to feel light and lively when the road turns upward, while still offering enough forgiveness for long-distance mountain riding and repeated high-elevation efforts. Why choose the 785 Huez Frameset? Carbon road frameset designed for climbing, mountain riding, and performance road builds Ideal foundation for a custom Shimano Di2, Shimano mechanical, or SRAM AXS road bike build T47 85.5 mm bottom bracket standard for modern stiffness and serviceability Road tire clearance up to 32 mm for added comfort and versatility Modern thru-axle standard with 100 mm front and 142 mm rear spacing Available in Proteam Black Glossy and Proteam White Glossy Great choice for riders who want to choose their own wheels, drivetrain, cockpit, and fit details Who is this frameset for? This frameset is ideal for experienced riders, custom-bike customers, and performance cyclists who want the 785 Huez climbing platform without being locked into a complete-bike component package. It is especially well suited to riders building a lightweight climbing bike, an all-day mountain road bike, or a high-value custom build using parts they already own. Technical Specifications Frameset Product LOOK 785 Huez - Frameset Colors Proteam Black Glossy, Proteam White Glossy Maximum Tire Size 32 tires max Axles & Standards Front Thru Axle X12 conical, 100 mm OLD, M12 x 1.5, length 120 mm Rear Thru Axle X12 conical, 142 mm OLD, M12 x 1.5, length 162 mm Bottom Bracket T47, 85.5 mm Sizes Available Sizes XS, S, M, L, XL Geometry Measurement XS S M L XL Stack 519.2 543.3 567.3 591.3 615.3 Reach 365.3 375.3 385.6 395.5 405.6 Head Tube Angle 71.5 71.5 73 73 73 Seat Tube Angle 74.5 74.5 74.5 74.5 74.5 Seat Tube 480 504 530 554 579 Top Tube 509.3 526 543 559.6 576.3 Front Center 569.8 587.6 586.7 603.9 621.7 Trail 59.8 59.8 59.3 59.3 59.3 Fork Offset 50 50 43 43 43 Chainstays 410 410 410 410 410 Head Tube 94.4 119.6 140.7 165.8 193.5 Fork 368 368 368 368 368 HAV 73 73 70.5 70.5 68 Standover 709.9 733.7 761.7 785.5 812.5 Size Guide Please note: this is an approximate size guide. For the most precise fit, contact your dealer or schedule a professional bike fit. Bike Size Recommended Rider Height, cm Recommended Rider Height, inches Approx. ft/in XS Under 166 cm Under 65.4 in Under 5'5" S 164-173 cm 64.6-68.1 in 5'5"-5'8" M 171-180 cm 67.3-70.9 in 5'7"-5'11" L 178-187 cm 70.1-73.6 in 5'10"-6'2" XL Over 185 cm Over 72.8 in Over 6'1" 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 Frameset instead of a complete bike? Choose the frameset if you want to select your own drivetrain, wheels, cockpit, saddle, gearing, and finishing parts. It is also a strong option if you already own components and want to build them around a lightweight LOOK climbing frame. Is the 785 Huez Frameset good for climbing? Yes. The 785 Huez platform is designed around light weight, efficient power transfer, and responsive acceleration, making it a strong choice for riders who prioritize climbs and mountain roads. Is this frameset good for long mountain rides? Yes. LOOK describes the 785 Huez as light and explosive, while still offering the forgiveness needed for long-distance mountain riding. That makes it suitable for high-mileage climbing days, sportives, and mountainous routes. What drivetrain can I build on this frameset? The frameset is a modern road platform suitable for many current road drivetrains, including popular Shimano and SRAM road build options. Confirm exact compatibility for your chosen groupset, bottom bracket, brakes, and routing with your mechanic before final assembly. Can I build this with Shimano Di2? Yes, the 785 Huez platform is commonly offered in Di2 complete-bike builds. For a frameset build, confirm the exact routing, battery, junction, and small-parts requirements for your chosen Shimano Di2 generation. Can I build this with SRAM AXS? A SRAM AXS road build can be a good match for a clean custom setup. Confirm crank, bottom bracket, brake, chainline, cassette, and rotor choices with your mechanic before ordering parts. What bottom bracket standard does it use? The LOOK source specification lists a T47 85.5 mm bottom bracket standard. What is the maximum tire clearance? LOOK lists the frameset with 32 tires max, making it suitable for modern road tires with added comfort compared with narrower traditional road setups. What thru-axle standard does the frameset use? The frameset uses X12 conical thru axles with 100 mm OLD front spacing and 142 mm OLD rear spacing, both with M12 x 1.5 threading. 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 Frameset better for climbing than an aero frame? For riders focused on long climbs, repeated accelerations, and high-mountain riding, the 785 Huez is a strong alternative to an aero frame because it prioritizes light, responsive climbing performance. 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 785 Huez platform around your preferred wheels, drivetrain, cockpit, and fit choices. 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? Proteam Black Glossy gives the bike a stealthy, pro-level look, while Proteam White Glossy creates a bright classic build style. Both use the same 785 Huez frameset platform, so the decision is mainly visual. Is this a good frame for a first custom road bike build? Yes, provided you work with an experienced shop or mechanic. A frameset build gives excellent control over fit and components, but it requires careful parts compatibility checks before assembly.