Look drops the covers off the G85 Cezal RS gravel bike – a racier version of the standard model, co-developed with privateer racer Russell Finsterwald

Look has unveiled the G85 Cezal RS gravel bike, a more aggressive version of its standard G85 Cezal gravel bike, in collaboration with privateer racer Russell Finsterwald. The G85 Cezal, previously announced, was praised for its all-round performance, and the RS complements it, covering 90% of gravel riding with both models. The RS is constructed with a new High Modulus (HM) carbon layup, saving 200g compared to the original, and weighs 1,000g for a size M. The switch to this new layup has made the RS 19% stiffer at the bottom bracket and 20% stiffer at the head tube, making it more efficient for sprints, climbs, and accelerations.

Despite sacrificing internal downtube storage, the RS features 3D Wave Flex System seatstays to reduce vibrations and maintain wheel contact with the trail, improving rolling efficiency. The bike maintains compatibility with 57mm front/50mm rear wheel sizes for a 1x setup, and 45mm on a 2x setup. The geometry of the M size frame features a 590mm stack height, 380mm reach, 70-degree head tube angle, 74-degree seat tube angle, and 425mm chainstays.

It can accommodate suspension forks with up to 60mm of travel. The RS is equipped with SRAM Red XPLR AXS and SRAM Force XPLR AXS builds, with the former featuring a 44T aero chainring, a heavier price tag of €8,990, and the latter at €6,990 with a lighter 8.3kg system weight. The frameset option is available for €3,290. The RS aims to deliver real-world gains by focusing on a tuned front end, aerodynamic cockpit choices, and wide tyres, all working together to provide enhanced comfort and control on challenging terrain.