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Look has launched the G85 Cezal RS, a race-focused addition to its G85 Cezal gravel-bike range co-developed with privateer racer Russell Finsterwald. Look says its redesigned carbon layup cuts 200g from the frame and increases stiffness; prices range from €3,290 for the frameset to €8,990 for the SRAM Red build.
Look has introduced the G85 Cezal RS, a gravel bike aimed more directly at racing and co-developed with privateer racer Russell Finsterwald. The French brand says a new high-modulus carbon layup makes the frame 200g lighter than the standard G85 Cezal and increases stiffness, while the RS retains the platform’s broad tyre clearance and stated geometry.
Look gives the RS frame a claimed weight of 1,000g in size M. The company says the revised carbon construction makes the bottom bracket 19% stiffer and the head tube 20% stiffer than on the standard model. These are manufacturer comparisons; the source report does not provide independent test results confirming the figures. The redesign also removes the standard bike’s internal downtube storage.
The RS keeps the G85 Cezal’s geometry rather than introducing a separate race fit. For a size M, Look lists a 590mm stack and 380mm reach, a 70-degree head-tube angle, a 74-degree seat-tube angle and 425mm chainstays. The frame accepts tyres up to 57mm at the front and 50mm at the rear with a 1x drivetrain, or up to 45mm with a 2x setup. It can also take suspension forks with up to 60mm of travel.
Look attributes the frame’s vibration control to its 3D Wave Flex System seatstays, which the company says are designed to help keep the tyres in contact with rough surfaces. The range has two complete SRAM builds and a frameset. The SRAM Red XPLR AXS model costs €8,990, weighs a claimed 7.9kg and includes a 44-tooth chainring, Look Aero Carbon RS 3 cockpit and Fulcrum Shraq C25 wheels with 45mm Hutchinson Touareg Race tyres. The €6,990 Force XPLR AXS build weighs 8.3kg and uses a 40-tooth chainring and Deda cockpit components. The frameset costs €3,290 and includes a Token T47 bottom bracket, flat-mount hardware and a Look LS1 carbon seatpost.
A Race Option Joins the Cezal Range
The RS gives riders a more race-oriented choice within the G85 Cezal family without replacing the standard model. Look says the two bikes together address 90% of gravel riding, a company estimate rather than an independently measured share of the market. The distinction is practical: the RS prioritises lower frame weight and greater stiffness, while giving up the original’s downtube storage.
The bike also reflects the competing demands of gravel racing: riders need an efficient position and responsive power transfer, but still face uneven surfaces where comfort and control can affect pace. Look says it has focused on the front end and a position riders can maintain, rather than relying mainly on deep-section tube shapes. Whether those design choices produce measurable time savings will depend on the rider, course, tyres and build; no comparative performance testing is included in the source report.
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From All-Rounder to Race Build
Look released the standard G85 Cezal earlier in the year as an all-round gravel bike. The original model’s racing credentials received attention after Finsterwald rode it to a win at the US Belgian Waffle Race, according to the source report. That result helped establish the bike’s suitability for competition, but the RS is a separate, more specifically race-focused version developed with the racer.
The two models share their stated geometry and broad fit for different gravel setups. Look’s changes for the RS centre on frame material and construction, alongside the removal of internal storage. The company presents that approach as a way to make a lighter, stiffer bike while retaining tyre clearance and compliance features. The RS is therefore an addition to the range, not a reported redesign of the standard G85 Cezal.
“The G85 Cezal and G85 Cezal RS together cover 90% of gravel riding, according to the company.”
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Availability and Test Results
The source report lists prices and specifications but does not state when the G85 Cezal RS will be available in each market, whether prices include local taxes, or whether additional sizes and colours will be offered. It also does not provide independent measurements of the claimed 1,000g frame weight or stiffness gains. Look’s 90% coverage figure is not accompanied by a definition of the riding categories or supporting data.
It is also not clear from the report how the RS performs against the standard G85 Cezal under comparable conditions. The bikes share geometry, but different builds, tyres and rider setups could affect any direct comparison. No real-world testing of the RS is described.
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Market Launch and Independent Reviews
The next useful developments will be confirmation of regional availability and final retail pricing, followed by independent testing of the complete bikes and frameset. Comparisons on the same course and setup could help establish how the lower claimed frame weight and increased stiffness translate into handling, comfort and speed on gravel. Until those details emerge, the published specifications and performance figures remain Look’s claims.
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Key Questions
What is the Look G85 Cezal RS?
It is a race-focused version of Look’s G85 Cezal gravel bike, developed with privateer racer Russell Finsterwald. Look says it has a lighter, stiffer frame than the standard model while retaining its geometry.
How much does the G85 Cezal RS cost?
Look lists the SRAM Red XPLR AXS build at €8,990, the SRAM Force XPLR AXS build at €6,990, and the frameset at €3,290. The source report does not specify market-by-market pricing or taxes.
How much does the RS frame weigh?
Look claims a frame weight of 1,000g in size M. The report does not include an independent measurement.
What tyre sizes does the G85 Cezal RS fit?
Look lists clearance for up to 57mm front and 50mm rear with a 1x drivetrain, or up to 45mm with a 2x setup. Actual fit can depend on tyre and wheel dimensions.
Does the RS have downtube storage?
No. The source report says the RS gives up the internal downtube storage found on the standard G85 Cezal as part of its revised frame design.
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