{"id":2019492,"date":"2026-06-30T13:00:00","date_gmt":"2026-06-30T10:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2019492"},"modified":"2026-06-30T13:00:00","modified_gmt":"2026-06-30T10:00:00","slug":"we-did-not-design-it-to-win-a-comparison-table-looks-new-race-bike-blends-aero-with-real-world-performance","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/analyse.optim.biz\/?p=2019492","title":{"rendered":"&#8216;We did not design it to win a comparison table&#8217; &#8211; Look&#8217;s new race bike blends aero with real-world performance"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[analyse_image type=&#8221;featured&#8221; src=&#8221;https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/ZT3F6DmduyWsPmfqrv3UwB-2560-80.jpg&#8221;]<\/p>\n<article class=\"m-0 box-border flex flex-row items-center pr-2.5 gap-[15px] w-[278px] h-20 flex-none upnext-article-divider\" role=\"listitem\" aria-label=\"Recommended article 1 of 3\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-none w-20 h-20\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UTeZtJbsZQWRHW3jeBTuTk-160-80.jpg.webp 160w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/UTeZtJbsZQWRHW3jeBTuTk-80-80.jpg.webp 80w\" sizes=\"80px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex items-center justify-center absolute w-4 h-6 left-0 top-0 bg-white\/90 flex-none z-[1]\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"font-normal text-base leading-[17px] tracking-[1.3px] uppercase text-black flex-none\">1<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center gap-1.5 w-[173px] h-20 flex-none\">\n<p class=\"font-article-heading font-medium text-base leading-[21px] text-gray-800 w-[173px] line-clamp-3 group-hover:underline\">\n                                    Eurobike 2026: Five new bikes that caught my eye\n                                <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"m-0 box-border flex flex-row items-center pr-2.5 gap-[15px] w-[278px] h-20 flex-none upnext-article-divider\" role=\"listitem\" aria-label=\"Recommended article 2 of 3\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-none w-20 h-20\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JMw3Kp2CE4BeKXbeADJszj-160-80.jpg.webp 160w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/JMw3Kp2CE4BeKXbeADJszj-80-80.jpg.webp 80w\" sizes=\"80px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex items-center justify-center absolute w-[18px] h-6 left-0 top-0 bg-white\/90 flex-none z-[1]\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"font-normal text-base leading-[17px] tracking-[1.3px] uppercase text-black flex-none\">2<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center gap-1.5 w-[173px] h-20 flex-none\">\n<p class=\"font-article-heading font-medium text-base leading-[21px] text-gray-800 w-[173px] line-clamp-3 group-hover:underline\">\n                                    Updated Orbea Oiz keeps Orbea at the top of the XC MTB game\n                                <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"m-0 box-border flex flex-row items-center pr-2.5 gap-[15px] w-[278px] h-20 flex-none\" role=\"listitem\" aria-label=\"Recommended article 3 of 3\">\n<div class=\"relative flex-none w-20 h-20\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/MrTDCTCzjt7SqaA6aiM33B-160-80.png.webp 160w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/MrTDCTCzjt7SqaA6aiM33B-80-80.png.webp 80w\" sizes=\"80px\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"flex items-center justify-center absolute w-[18px] h-6 left-0 top-0 bg-white\/90 flex-none z-[1]\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><span class=\"font-normal text-base leading-[17px] tracking-[1.3px] uppercase text-black flex-none\">3<\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"flex flex-col items-center justify-center gap-1.5 w-[173px] h-20 flex-none\">\n<p class=\"font-article-heading font-medium text-base leading-[21px] text-gray-800 w-[173px] line-clamp-3 group-hover:underline\">\n                                    Eurobike Tech Gallery: Unreleased gravel machines, crazy aero builds and futuristic concept bikes\n                                <\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/article>\n<article class=\"page-content-onecol flex-1\nnews-article article\n\"><\/p>\n<div class=\"widget-area-group widget-area-group-2col flex flex-wrap box-border\">\n<div id=\"widgetArea16\" class=\"widget-area basis-full md:basis-2\/3 widget-area-g-md-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-lg-vp-2-3 widget-area-g-xl-vp-2-3 page-widget-area-16\">\n<div data-widget-type=\"hero\" id=\"hero\" class=\"clear-both widget widget-hero widget-hero widget-hero-hero widget-hero widget-hero-fter-news\">\n<div class=\"news-article\">\n<header data-component-name=\"Article:Hero\">\n<nav class=\"breadcrumb\" aria-label=\"Breadcrumbs\">\n<ol>\n<li>\nBikes\n<\/li>\n<li>\nRoad Bikes\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/nav>\n<h1>&#8216;We did not design it to win a comparison table&#8217; &#8211; Look&#8217;s new race bike blends aero with real-world performance<\/h1>\n<div class=\"byline-social\">\n<div class=\"byline font-ui-heading text-[12px]\">\nNews<\/p>\n<div><span><br \/>\nBy<br \/>\nTom Wieckowski <\/span><span><br \/>\npublished<br \/>\n<time data-component-name=\"UI:DateTime\" datetime=\"2026-06-30T13:00:00Z\" class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n30 June 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">Looks claims its newest race bike provides a 15-watt saving compared to its predecessor<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"text-gray-700 mx-auto mb-4 flex items-center justify-start mx-0 my-5 p-0\" id=\"affiliate-disclaimer\" data-component-name=\"AffiliateDisclaimer\" data-hawk-message=\"Affiliate disclaimer removed because hawk deemed there are no affiliate links on this page\">\n<p class=\"text-[var(--affiliate-disclaimer--text-color,inherit))] mb-2 text-[length:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--font-size,0.75rem)] leading-[18px] md:text-[13px] [&amp;&gt;a]:text-inherit [&amp;&gt;a]:underline\">\nWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. 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The RS 3 represents the third generation of the 795 family.<\/p>\n<p id=\"elk-8f92f3f1-d17f-4534-b707-74e68fce87b7-2\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Top-tier race bikes usually come with aero claims these days, and the Look is no different. The brand claims it&#8217;s faster than the previous machine by a healthy chunk of watts, but an emphasis has also been placed on the quality of the ride experience and real-world speed and usability, not just numbers on a test result or spec sheet.<\/p>\n<div class=\"my-6 w-full overflow-hidden rounded-[10px] lg:my-8\" data-component-name=\"JwPlayer:Carousel\" data-jwp-carousel data-jwp-carousel-payload=\"{&quot;ids&quot;:{&quot;playerID&quot;:&quot;jYDCcabO&quot;,&quot;searchPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;gwjdoYHD&quot;,&quot;divID&quot;:&quot;botr_gwjdoYHD_jYDCcabO_div&quot;,&quot;fallbackPlaylistID&quot;:&quot;gwjdoYHD&quot;,&quot;fallbackDivID&quot;:&quot;botr_gwjdoYHD_jYDCcabO_div&quot;,&quot;key&quot;:&quot;X9\/mXVGac0NphghLH9hZaqWA5d3dhAM\/Ih07grnEyMLjuO2E&quot;,&quot;tintLogo&quot;:true,&quot;useSearchPlaylist&quot;:false,&quot;enabled&quot;:true},&quot;signPostingEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;signPostingLinkEnabled&quot;:true,&quot;waitForAdLoad&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnDesktop&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnMobile&quot;:false,&quot;hidePlayerOnTablet&quot;:false}\">\n<div class=\"flex flex-nowrap items-center justify-between gap-3 bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-header>\n<div class=\"flex min-w-0 shrink items-center\"><span class=\"inline-flex items-center gap-1.5 text-sm font-article-heading capitalize leading-5 text-white whitespace-nowrap\"><span class=\"jwp-carousel-title-desktop\">Latest Videos From<\/span><span class=\"jwp-carousel-brand inline-flex items-center\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/gmvwmhupgi1715762145.svg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] block h-[18px] w-auto shrink-0 brightness-0 invert\"><\/span><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"aspect-video w-full min-h-[200px] lg:min-h-[330px] relative overflow-hidden bg-black\" data-jwp-carousel-container>\n<div class=\"absolute inset-0 size-full items-center justify-center bg-white\" data-jwp-carousel-fallback><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/flexiimages\/gmvwmhupgi1715762145.svg\" loading=\"lazy\" class=\"rounded-[var(--image--border-radius,0)] max-h-12 w-auto\"><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"min-h-[44px] bg-zinc-900 px-[14px] py-3\" data-jwp-carousel-signposting><a class=\"invisible block truncate text-sm font-bold leading-5 text-white underline decoration-solid underline-offset-2\" data-jwp-carousel-signposting-link href target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span data-jwp-carousel-signposting-title>Watch full video here: <\/span><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\"><em>Cyclingnews<\/em> attended a pre-launch call with the bike&#8217;s engineers and designers, all of whom emphasised this point: a bike has to be great in the real world, as well as on a spec sheet. Surely that&#8217;s a point we can all get behind?<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">It also turns out the Blade RS 3 has actually been used right under our noses by team Cofidis for several months, even taking victories at Itzulia Basque Country in April and at the Tour of Belgium in June.<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pt-2 pb-0 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[&apos;&apos;] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[&apos;&apos;] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            You may like<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0 max-w-full\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" id=\"recirculation-inline-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aWdyPnKgr58XhybmSyYGdV-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aWdyPnKgr58XhybmSyYGdV-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">Bianchi launches new race bike, but not the one we expected &#8211; 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Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.<\/footer>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-3a461e46-1c52-42ad-8cf9-8a400317d362\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Alex Aranburu has already ridden the bike to a win at Itzulia Basque Country <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tim de Waele\u00a0\/\u00a0Staff)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"look-blade-795-rs-3-what-s-new-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look Blade 795 RS 3 &#8211; what&#8217;s new?<\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-2f40c642-b728-40e9-ae42-49194895745a\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Looks claims the RS 3 saves 15 watts at 50km\/h over its predecessor and drops 160 grams from the frameset weight too.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Look team members&#8217; design philosophy and conviction were clear to see in the presentation we joined. The brand argues the project has leaned on two engineering principles. These are &#8216;prioritising the essential connection between the rider and the bike&#8217; and ensuring engineering advancements are &#8216;based on repeatable gains validated in real-world testing&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">On this design philosophy, Look CEO Federico Musi said, &#8220;We did not design it to win a comparison table. We designed it to win on the road and to stand as the ultimate long-term partner for our riders.&#8221;<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pt-2 pb-0 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[&apos;&apos;] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[&apos;&apos;] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            What to read next<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0 max-w-full\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Hz3k3WCbHscfQWQSYFnqk-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Hz3k3WCbHscfQWQSYFnqk-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">New Specialized Crux goes all in on aero gravel, with a 15-watt improvement, new geometry, and lighter builds <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oLwHSqtPXmTbJmoUJT3rfL-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oLwHSqtPXmTbJmoUJT3rfL-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">Prototype Ridley climbing bike spotted under Uno-X riders at Giro d&#8217;Italia Women and Tour Auvergne-Rh\u00f4ne-Alpes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/VpNkwq2NZVNzagRZWHCdHb-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/VpNkwq2NZVNzagRZWHCdHb-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">First ride review: Riding the Look G85 Cezal gravel bike to see if there&#8217;s a place for an all-rounder in today\u2019s gravel world<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Development and testing took the form of CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations, which apparently specifically focused on high yaw (wind) angles. The bike was also tested on the road and in the velodrome alongside wind tunnel testing.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Overall, it appears Look prioritised the bike being competitive with a rider; bikes, after all, do not pedal themselves.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The brand makes the point in its white paper that the wind rarely blows at 0 degrees in the real world and is not controlled; indeed, the brand&#8217;s testing on a test course shows more time spent riding between -6 and -12 degree yaw angles.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look says it &#8216;identified aerodynamic enhancements that remain effective across different body types, varying speeds, and diverse drafting positions.&#8217; The idea here is that due to the bike&#8217;s geo and fit configurations, most riders can find an aero position that they can hold for longer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"specs-and-technical-details-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Specs and technical details<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-015a7f48-4272-499c-8047-7f45f913f5b9\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Frame tube profiles have all changed <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-92c253df-fb14-4888-b303-e01d44c6fe7e\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Frame weight is claimed to be 890 grams +\/-5% for a size medium in &#8216;Pro Team Black&#8217;. Claimed fork weight is 340 grams, a 50-gram saving over the previous unit.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Lots of tube shapes are new, and Look says the frame uses a new UD UHM carbon fibre. The frame is also Universal Derailleur Hanger friendly and carries a lifetime warranty upon frame registration.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also mentions ISO and safety testing, not included with every brand&#8217;s PR material. The bike complies with ISO 4210 pertaining to safety standards for bicycles. Fatigue and Look&#8217;s own internal testing are also carried out.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Tyre clearance is set at 34mm front and rear, giving plenty of options for various tyre sizes.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Total bike weights start from 6.9kg for a size medium without pedals, a highly competitive weight.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also makes a frame stiffness claim, saying the bike is 10% stiffer than the WorldTour average at the bottom bracket and front end. The attached white paper shows a testing comparison, but it doesn&#8217;t state which competitor bikes were tested, which doesn&#8217;t provide much insight.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-4e05dbfc-1fcb-4f5d-bdcb-88115699945e\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Here&#8217;s a graph from the supplied Look whitepaper <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-62e969fd-311c-4308-bc89-4df0844cb128\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Sizes from XXZ to XL are offered, and the brand says six dedicated geometries with three size-specific fork offsets cater to riders from 155 to 200cm in height.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look claims that the Blade 795 RS 3 would return an &#8220;estimated Normalised aero drag&#8221; of 205w using the Tour Magazine testing protocol, where the benchmark for the very best aero bikes is around the 198-200w mark.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">This protocol uses a pedalling-leg, leg-only dummy at the GST wind tunnel on the Airbus site in Immenstaad. But importantly, this is only an estimation and Look hasn&#8217;t explained its workings here.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">You can see how the previous bike performed in our own wind tunnel tests at the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub in our <strong>superbike wind tunnel test<\/strong>. We hope to test the new one later this year.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also worked out some real-world time savings between the outgoing model and the current one. For the Li\u00e8ge-Bastogne-Li\u00e8ge sportive challenge, the brand claims it would provide a 7-watt saving when riding the course at a 31kph average. For a pro riding stage 19 of the Tour de France this year, it would provide a claimed 2 minutes 27 saving over the 795 Blade RS &#8216;at pro race pace.&#8217;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"a-brand-new-handlebar-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A brand new handlebar <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-69774dbd-3218-42b8-a729-3910eaebe54d\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The new handlebar is said to help aero posistions, sprinting on the drops and opening up the chest when climbing. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-a2242a00-869a-4ef3-afe9-afb7b2f8a068\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look has also produced a new integrated handlebar for the bike in the form of the Aero Carbon RS 3 BAR.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look says the bar is engineered for three racing scenarios: maintaining an aero position for longer, i.e., hunkered down on the hoods, maximising stiffness when sprinting in the drops and opening the chest when climbing by way of a &#8216;tailored sweep and flare&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Available in 380, 400 and 420mm widths and with 80 &#8211; 140mm stem lengths, the sizing options tie into Look&#8217;s claimed &#8216;350 configurations&#8217; principle. In theory meaning the maximum number of riders can find comfort and speed on the bike.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Customisable options include seven stem lengths, two seatpost offset configurations from the new Aeropost 5 seatpost, three handlebar widths and the ability to run 0-50mm of headset spacers.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"pricing-and-build-options-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Pricing and build options <\/h2>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb-D28SEVdbj8F8ImXdlmaLhUA99LCgiS4Q\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb-D28SEVdbj8F8ImXdlmaLhUA99LCgiS4Q slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 5<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 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40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5fpkgVd7iCYqVAEsJda5CN.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5fpkgVd7iCYqVAEsJda5CN.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5fpkgVd7iCYqVAEsJda5CN.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-d126e526-5dc2-41a6-991a-cc97992522f6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Blade RS 3 will be available in several guises, and in four finishes: Silver Red, Pro Team Black, Iconic Prisme and Orange Shift.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A frameset retails at \u20ac4,990 or with a Look cockpit for \u20ac5,780.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Complete bikes start at \u20ac8,490 for the Pro Team Black version, built with Shimano Ultegra Di2 and LOOK R45S wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Other wheel options include Mavic Comete 50, Fulcrum Speed 57 and Scope Artech 6.A wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Prices then rise upto \u20ac13,190 for the model with Campagnolo Super Record and Scope Artech 6.A wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Other builds include bikes with Dura-Ace Di2 and SRAM Force E1 AXS groupsets.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">There&#8217;s also an even more exclusive limited edition build that&#8217;s limited to 50 units worldwide. With a price tag of \u20ac13,990, the &#8216;Prisme replica&#8217; features the exact Team Cofidis Tour de France spec of Campagnolo Super Record wireless, Bora WTO 60 Ultra Team wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Builds can also be custom-specced using the &#8216;Your Look<em> \u00e0 la Carte&#8217; <\/em>web configurator. Customers can choose between stock build groupset and wheel options to mix and match.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block mb-5\" id=\"articleTag\" data-component-name=\"PostArticleLinks\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"post-article-links\">\n<div class=\"border-b border-b-black border-solid py-2.5 text-black font-bold uppercase\">TOPICS<\/div>\n<nav class=\"py-2.5 flex gap-2.5 flex-wrap\" data-analytics-id=\"article-tag\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-tag\">\n<p>Tech<\/p>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"slice-container-authorBio-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb\" class=\"slice-container slice-author-bio authorBio-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb slice-container-authorBio\">\n<div class=\"author author__default-layout author--separator author--collapsible\" data-hydrate=\"true\">\n<div class=\"author__header\">\n<div class=\"author__avatar-block\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"author__avatar image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE-140-80.jpg.webp 140w\" sizes=\"99vw\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__heading\">\n<div class=\"author__name\">Tom Wieckowski<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__social\">\n<nav class=\"button-social-group author__social-buttons\" aria-labelledby=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">\n<div id=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">Social Links Navigation<\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__role\">Tech writer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__bio-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"author__biography\">\n<p>Tom joined the Cyclingnews team in late 2022 as a tech writer. Despite having a degree in English Literature he has spent his entire working life in the cycling industry in one form or another. He has over 10 years of experience as a qualified mechanic, with the last five years before joining Cyclingnews being spent running an independent workshop. This means he is just as happy tinkering away in the garage as he is out on the road bike, and he isn\u2019t afraid to pull a bike apart or get hands-on with it when testing to really see what it\u2019s made of.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>He has ridden and raced bikes from an early age up to a national level on the road and track, and has ridden and competed in most disciplines. He has a keen eye for pro-team tech and enjoys spotting new or interesting components in the wild. During his time at Cyclingnews, Tom has already interviewed some of the sport&#8217;s biggest names including Mathieu van der Poel, Tadej Poga\u010dar and Alberto Contador. He&#8217;s also covered various launches from brands such as Pinarello, Ridley, Specialized and more, tackled the Roubaix Challenge sportive aboard his own rim-brake Cannondale SuperSix Evo, tested over 20 aero helmets in the wind tunnel, and has created helpful in-depth buying advice relating to countless categories from torque wrenches to winter clothing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"relative max-w-[1070px] viafoura-twig-component mt-6 mx-4 lg:mx-0\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class=&apos;vfcustom-community-guidelines&apos;&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 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srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Pinarello-Q36.5 launch limited edition kit for Tour de France as team leader Tom Pidcock returns to race<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet 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what&#8217;s new?<\/h2>\n<p id=\"elk-2f40c642-b728-40e9-ae42-49194895745a\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Looks claims the RS 3 saves 15 watts at 50km\/h over its predecessor and drops 160 grams from the frameset weight too.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Look team members&#8217; design philosophy and conviction were clear to see in the presentation we joined. The brand argues the project has leaned on two engineering principles. These are &#8216;prioritising the essential connection between the rider and the bike&#8217; and ensuring engineering advancements are &#8216;based on repeatable gains validated in real-world testing&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">On this design philosophy, Look CEO Federico Musi said, &#8220;We did not design it to win a comparison table. We designed it to win on the road and to stand as the ultimate long-term partner for our riders.&#8221;<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pt-2 pb-0 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[&apos;&apos;] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[&apos;&apos;] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            What to read next<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0 max-w-full\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Hz3k3WCbHscfQWQSYFnqk-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Hz3k3WCbHscfQWQSYFnqk-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">New Specialized Crux goes all in on aero gravel, with a 15-watt improvement, new geometry, and lighter builds <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oLwHSqtPXmTbJmoUJT3rfL-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oLwHSqtPXmTbJmoUJT3rfL-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">Prototype Ridley climbing bike spotted under Uno-X riders at Giro d&#8217;Italia Women and Tour Auvergne-Rh\u00f4ne-Alpes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/VpNkwq2NZVNzagRZWHCdHb-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/VpNkwq2NZVNzagRZWHCdHb-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">First ride review: Riding the Look G85 Cezal gravel bike to see if there&#8217;s a place for an all-rounder in today\u2019s gravel world<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Development and testing took the form of CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations, which apparently specifically focused on high yaw (wind) angles. The bike was also tested on the road and in the velodrome alongside wind tunnel testing.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Overall, it appears Look prioritised the bike being competitive with a rider; bikes, after all, do not pedal themselves.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The brand makes the point in its white paper that the wind rarely blows at 0 degrees in the real world and is not controlled; indeed, the brand&#8217;s testing on a test course shows more time spent riding between -6 and -12 degree yaw angles.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look says it &#8216;identified aerodynamic enhancements that remain effective across different body types, varying speeds, and diverse drafting positions.&#8217; The idea here is that due to the bike&#8217;s geo and fit configurations, most riders can find an aero position that they can hold for longer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"specs-and-technical-details-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Specs and technical details<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-015a7f48-4272-499c-8047-7f45f913f5b9\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Frame tube profiles have all changed <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-92c253df-fb14-4888-b303-e01d44c6fe7e\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Frame weight is claimed to be 890 grams +\/-5% for a size medium in &#8216;Pro Team Black&#8217;. Claimed fork weight is 340 grams, a 50-gram saving over the previous unit.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Lots of tube shapes are new, and Look says the frame uses a new UD UHM carbon fibre. The frame is also Universal Derailleur Hanger friendly and carries a lifetime warranty upon frame registration.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also mentions ISO and safety testing, not included with every brand&#8217;s PR material. The bike complies with ISO 4210 pertaining to safety standards for bicycles. Fatigue and Look&#8217;s own internal testing are also carried out.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Tyre clearance is set at 34mm front and rear, giving plenty of options for various tyre sizes.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Total bike weights start from 6.9kg for a size medium without pedals, a highly competitive weight.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also makes a frame stiffness claim, saying the bike is 10% stiffer than the WorldTour average at the bottom bracket and front end. The attached white paper shows a testing comparison, but it doesn&#8217;t state which competitor bikes were tested, which doesn&#8217;t provide much insight.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-4e05dbfc-1fcb-4f5d-bdcb-88115699945e\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Here&#8217;s a graph from the supplied Look whitepaper <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-62e969fd-311c-4308-bc89-4df0844cb128\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Sizes from XXZ to XL are offered, and the brand says six dedicated geometries with three size-specific fork offsets cater to riders from 155 to 200cm in height.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look claims that the Blade 795 RS 3 would return an &#8220;estimated Normalised aero drag&#8221; of 205w using the Tour Magazine testing protocol, where the benchmark for the very best aero bikes is around the 198-200w mark.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">This protocol uses a pedalling-leg, leg-only dummy at the GST wind tunnel on the Airbus site in Immenstaad. But importantly, this is only an estimation and Look hasn&#8217;t explained its workings here.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">You can see how the previous bike performed in our own wind tunnel tests at the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub in our <strong>superbike wind tunnel test<\/strong>. We hope to test the new one later this year.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also worked out some real-world time savings between the outgoing model and the current one. For the Li\u00e8ge-Bastogne-Li\u00e8ge sportive challenge, the brand claims it would provide a 7-watt saving when riding the course at a 31kph average. For a pro riding stage 19 of the Tour de France this year, it would provide a claimed 2 minutes 27 saving over the 795 Blade RS &#8216;at pro race pace.&#8217;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"a-brand-new-handlebar-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A brand new handlebar <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-69774dbd-3218-42b8-a729-3910eaebe54d\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The new handlebar is said to help aero posistions, sprinting on the drops and opening up the chest when climbing. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-a2242a00-869a-4ef3-afe9-afb7b2f8a068\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look has also produced a new integrated handlebar for the bike in the form of the Aero Carbon RS 3 BAR.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look says the bar is engineered for three racing scenarios: maintaining an aero position for longer, i.e., hunkered down on the hoods, maximising stiffness when sprinting in the drops and opening the chest when climbing by way of a &#8216;tailored sweep and flare&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Available in 380, 400 and 420mm widths and with 80 &#8211; 140mm stem lengths, the sizing options tie into Look&#8217;s claimed &#8216;350 configurations&#8217; principle. In theory meaning the maximum number of riders can find comfort and speed on the bike.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Customisable options include seven stem lengths, two seatpost offset configurations from the new Aeropost 5 seatpost, three handlebar widths and the ability to run 0-50mm of headset spacers.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"pricing-and-build-options-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Pricing and build options <\/h2>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb-D28SEVdbj8F8ImXdlmaLhUA99LCgiS4Q\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb-D28SEVdbj8F8ImXdlmaLhUA99LCgiS4Q slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 5<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 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40px)\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5fpkgVd7iCYqVAEsJda5CN.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5fpkgVd7iCYqVAEsJda5CN.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5fpkgVd7iCYqVAEsJda5CN.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\"caption-credit__figcaption\"><span class=\"caption-credit__credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p id=\"elk-d126e526-5dc2-41a6-991a-cc97992522f6\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The Blade RS 3 will be available in several guises, and in four finishes: Silver Red, Pro Team Black, Iconic Prisme and Orange Shift.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A frameset retails at \u20ac4,990 or with a Look cockpit for \u20ac5,780.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Complete bikes start at \u20ac8,490 for the Pro Team Black version, built with Shimano Ultegra Di2 and LOOK R45S wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Other wheel options include Mavic Comete 50, Fulcrum Speed 57 and Scope Artech 6.A wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Prices then rise upto \u20ac13,190 for the model with Campagnolo Super Record and Scope Artech 6.A wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Other builds include bikes with Dura-Ace Di2 and SRAM Force E1 AXS groupsets.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">There&#8217;s also an even more exclusive limited edition build that&#8217;s limited to 50 units worldwide. With a price tag of \u20ac13,990, the &#8216;Prisme replica&#8217; features the exact Team Cofidis Tour de France spec of Campagnolo Super Record wireless, Bora WTO 60 Ultra Team wheels.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Builds can also be custom-specced using the &#8216;Your Look<em> \u00e0 la Carte&#8217; <\/em>web configurator. Customers can choose between stock build groupset and wheel options to mix and match.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"block mb-5\" id=\"articleTag\" data-component-name=\"PostArticleLinks\" data-nosnippet data-mrf-recirculation=\"post-article-links\">\n<div class=\"border-b border-b-black border-solid py-2.5 text-black font-bold uppercase\">TOPICS<\/div>\n<nav class=\"py-2.5 flex gap-2.5 flex-wrap\" data-analytics-id=\"article-tag\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-tag\">\n<p>Tech<\/p>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"slice-container-authorBio-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb\" class=\"slice-container slice-author-bio authorBio-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb slice-container-authorBio\">\n<div class=\"author author__default-layout author--separator author--collapsible\" data-hydrate=\"true\">\n<div class=\"author__header\">\n<div class=\"author__avatar-block\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"author__avatar image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE-140-80.jpg.webp 140w\" sizes=\"99vw\" data-normal=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-original-mos=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-media=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/bSWChr43p3UDAcHy2LdQNE.jpg\" data-pin-nopin=\"true\" data-slice-image=\"true\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__heading\">\n<div class=\"author__name\">Tom Wieckowski<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__social\">\n<nav class=\"button-social-group author__social-buttons\" aria-labelledby=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">\n<div id=\"button-social-group- author__social-buttons\">Social Links Navigation<\/div>\n<\/nav>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__role\">Tech writer<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"author__bio-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"author__biography\">\n<p>Tom joined the Cyclingnews team in late 2022 as a tech writer. Despite having a degree in English Literature he has spent his entire working life in the cycling industry in one form or another. He has over 10 years of experience as a qualified mechanic, with the last five years before joining Cyclingnews being spent running an independent workshop. This means he is just as happy tinkering away in the garage as he is out on the road bike, and he isn\u2019t afraid to pull a bike apart or get hands-on with it when testing to really see what it\u2019s made of.\u00a0<\/p>\n<p><\/p>\n<p>He has ridden and raced bikes from an early age up to a national level on the road and track, and has ridden and competed in most disciplines. He has a keen eye for pro-team tech and enjoys spotting new or interesting components in the wild. During his time at Cyclingnews, Tom has already interviewed some of the sport&#8217;s biggest names including Mathieu van der Poel, Tadej Poga\u010dar and Alberto Contador. He&#8217;s also covered various launches from brands such as Pinarello, Ridley, Specialized and more, tackled the Roubaix Challenge sportive aboard his own rim-brake Cannondale SuperSix Evo, tested over 20 aero helmets in the wind tunnel, and has created helpful in-depth buying advice relating to countless categories from torque wrenches to winter clothing.\u00a0<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/section>\n<div class=\"relative max-w-[1070px] viafoura-twig-component mt-6 mx-4 lg:mx-0\" data-component-name=\"Viafoura:Comments\" data-nosnippet data-community-guidelines-text=\"&lt;p class=&apos;vfcustom-community-guidelines&apos;&gt;Please follow our &lt;a href=&quot;https:\/\/www.cyclingnews.com\/about\/#section-community-guidelines&quot; target=&quot;_blank&quot;&gt;community guidelines&lt;\/a&gt;.&lt;\/p&gt;\" data-join-the-conversation-text=\"Join the Conversation\">\n<div class=\"absolute top-0 left-0 w-full h-full flex items-center justify-center z-50 bg-white\/90 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srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-840-80.jpg.webp 840w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-500-80.jpg.webp 500w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-450-80.jpg.webp 450w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/t3egnEncW4vZV3Fj82UjZb-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 900px) 925px, (min-width: 700px) 450px, calc(100vw - 48px)\" \/><\/div>\n<p><span class=\"custom-subheading-styles\">Cycling Kit &amp; Accessories<\/span><span class=\"text-base text-black font-bold mx-0 my-2.5 p-0 block custom-text-styles\">Pinarello-Q36.5 launch limited edition kit for Tour de France as team leader Tom Pidcock returns to race<\/span><\/div>\n<div class=\"relative recirc-feed sponsored-card min-h-[250px]\" data-recirc-id=\"article-river-stacked-ads:native-cards\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"article-river-ads\" data-nosnippet 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class=\"relative-date\"><br \/>\n30 June 2026<br \/>\n<\/time><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p class=\"strapline\">Looks claims its newest race bike provides a 15-watt saving compared to its predecessor<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<aside class=\"text-gray-700 mx-auto mb-4 flex items-center justify-start mx-0 my-5 p-0\" id=\"affiliate-disclaimer\" data-component-name=\"AffiliateDisclaimer\" data-hawk-message=\"Affiliate disclaimer removed because hawk deemed there are no affiliate links on this page\">\n<p class=\"text-[var(--affiliate-disclaimer--text-color,inherit))] mb-2 text-[length:var(--affiliate-disclaimer--font-size,0.75rem)] leading-[18px] md:text-[13px] [&amp;&gt;a]:text-inherit [&amp;&gt;a]:underline\">\nWhen you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. 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Surely that&#8217;s a point we can all get behind?<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">It also turns out the Blade RS 3 has actually been used right under our noses by team Cofidis for several months, even taking victories at Itzulia Basque Country in April and at the Tour of Belgium in June.<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pt-2 pb-0 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[&apos;&apos;] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[&apos;&apos;] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            You may like<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0 max-w-full\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" id=\"recirculation-inline-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aWdyPnKgr58XhybmSyYGdV-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/aWdyPnKgr58XhybmSyYGdV-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">Bianchi launches new race bike, but not the one we expected &#8211; 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Conditions and Privacy Policy and are aged 16 or over.<\/footer>\n<\/section>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-3a461e46-1c52-42ad-8cf9-8a400317d362\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/5KCMYvPqenhQhnYMU5WhPb-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Alex Aranburu has already ridden the bike to a win at Itzulia Basque Country <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Tim de Waele\u00a0\/\u00a0Staff)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h2 id=\"look-blade-795-rs-3-what-s-new-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look Blade 795 RS 3 &#8211; 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The brand argues the project has leaned on two engineering principles. These are &#8216;prioritising the essential connection between the rider and the bike&#8217; and ensuring engineering advancements are &#8216;based on repeatable gains validated in real-world testing&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">On this design philosophy, Look CEO Federico Musi said, &#8220;We did not design it to win a comparison table. We designed it to win on the road and to stand as the ultimate long-term partner for our riders.&#8221;<\/p>\n<aside data-component-name=\"Recirculation:ArticleRiver\" data-recirculation-type=\"inline\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"Trending Bar\" data-nosnippet class=\"clear-both pt-2 pb-0 mb-4\"><span class=\"\n            flex\n            after:content-[&apos;&apos;] after:flex-1 after:ml-4 after:my-[0.7rem] after:border-t after:border-solid after:border-t-[#ccc]\n            before:content-[&apos;&apos;] before:flex-1 before:mr-4 before:my-[0.7rem] before:border-t before:border-solid before:border-t-[#ccc]\n            font-article-heading pb-0 text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,1em)] uppercase sm:text-[length:var(--article-river-title--font-size,0.875em)] font-bold\n        \"><br \/>\n            What to read next<br \/>\n        <\/span><\/p>\n<ul class=\"flex flex-col gap-0 m-0 max-w-full\">\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-1\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-1\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-1\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Hz3k3WCbHscfQWQSYFnqk-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/Hz3k3WCbHscfQWQSYFnqk-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">New Specialized Crux goes all in on aero gravel, with a 15-watt improvement, new geometry, and lighter builds <\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ededed] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-2\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-2\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-2\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oLwHSqtPXmTbJmoUJT3rfL-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/oLwHSqtPXmTbJmoUJT3rfL-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">Prototype Ridley climbing bike spotted under Uno-X riders at Giro d&#8217;Italia Women and Tour Auvergne-Rh\u00f4ne-Alpes<\/span><\/li>\n<li class=\"m-0 list-none border-b border-solid border-[#ccc] py-2\" data-recirculation-id=\"recirculation-card-3\" id=\"recirculation-inline-2-3\" data-analytics-id=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\" data-mrf-recirculation=\"recirculation-2-inline-3\">\n    <source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/VpNkwq2NZVNzagRZWHCdHb-250-80.jpg.webp 250w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/VpNkwq2NZVNzagRZWHCdHb-150-80.jpg.webp 150w\" sizes=\"150px\" \/><span class=\"w-full text-base font-[var(--article-river-item--font-weight,500)] font-article-heading line-clamp-3 md:line-clamp-2\">First ride review: Riding the Look G85 Cezal gravel bike to see if there&#8217;s a place for an all-rounder in today\u2019s gravel world<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/aside>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Development and testing took the form of CFD (Computational Fluid Dynamics) simulations, which apparently specifically focused on high yaw (wind) angles. The bike was also tested on the road and in the velodrome alongside wind tunnel testing.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Overall, it appears Look prioritised the bike being competitive with a rider; bikes, after all, do not pedal themselves.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">The brand makes the point in its white paper that the wind rarely blows at 0 degrees in the real world and is not controlled; indeed, the brand&#8217;s testing on a test course shows more time spent riding between -6 and -12 degree yaw angles.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look says it &#8216;identified aerodynamic enhancements that remain effective across different body types, varying speeds, and diverse drafting positions.&#8217; The idea here is that due to the bike&#8217;s geo and fit configurations, most riders can find an aero position that they can hold for longer.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"specs-and-technical-details-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Specs and technical details<\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-015a7f48-4272-499c-8047-7f45f913f5b9\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/H8669jG7Asp6GD8NqjcYo6-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Frame tube profiles have all changed <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-92c253df-fb14-4888-b303-e01d44c6fe7e\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Frame weight is claimed to be 890 grams +\/-5% for a size medium in &#8216;Pro Team Black&#8217;. Claimed fork weight is 340 grams, a 50-gram saving over the previous unit.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Lots of tube shapes are new, and Look says the frame uses a new UD UHM carbon fibre. The frame is also Universal Derailleur Hanger friendly and carries a lifetime warranty upon frame registration.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also mentions ISO and safety testing, not included with every brand&#8217;s PR material. The bike complies with ISO 4210 pertaining to safety standards for bicycles. Fatigue and Look&#8217;s own internal testing are also carried out.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Tyre clearance is set at 34mm front and rear, giving plenty of options for various tyre sizes.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Total bike weights start from 6.9kg for a size medium without pedals, a highly competitive weight.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also makes a frame stiffness claim, saying the bike is 10% stiffer than the WorldTour average at the bottom bracket and front end. The attached white paper shows a testing comparison, but it doesn&#8217;t state which competitor bikes were tested, which doesn&#8217;t provide much insight.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-4e05dbfc-1fcb-4f5d-bdcb-88115699945e\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/2UZxaKTh6aL8vcB6ktuAYA-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">Here&#8217;s a graph from the supplied Look whitepaper <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-62e969fd-311c-4308-bc89-4df0844cb128\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Sizes from XXZ to XL are offered, and the brand says six dedicated geometries with three size-specific fork offsets cater to riders from 155 to 200cm in height.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look claims that the Blade 795 RS 3 would return an &#8220;estimated Normalised aero drag&#8221; of 205w using the Tour Magazine testing protocol, where the benchmark for the very best aero bikes is around the 198-200w mark.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">This protocol uses a pedalling-leg, leg-only dummy at the GST wind tunnel on the Airbus site in Immenstaad. But importantly, this is only an estimation and Look hasn&#8217;t explained its workings here.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">You can see how the previous bike performed in our own wind tunnel tests at the Silverstone Sports Engineering Hub in our <strong>superbike wind tunnel test<\/strong>. We hope to test the new one later this year.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look also worked out some real-world time savings between the outgoing model and the current one. For the Li\u00e8ge-Bastogne-Li\u00e8ge sportive challenge, the brand claims it would provide a 7-watt saving when riding the course at a 31kph average. For a pro riding stage 19 of the Tour de France this year, it would provide a claimed 2 minutes 27 saving over the 795 Blade RS &#8216;at pro race pace.&#8217;<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"a-brand-new-handlebar-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">A brand new handlebar <\/h2>\n<figure class=\"van-image-figure inline-layout kiosq-b\" data-bordeaux-image-check id=\"elk-69774dbd-3218-42b8-a729-3910eaebe54d\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\n<div class=\"image-full-width-wrapper\">\n<div class=\"image-widthsetter\">\n<p class=\"vanilla-image-block\">\n<source type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/3TwKPpcaFsxbvvGjk4QG36-320-80.jpg.webp 320w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 40px)\" \/><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><figcaption class=\" inline-layout\"><span class=\"caption-text\">The new handlebar is said to help aero posistions, sprinting on the drops and opening up the chest when climbing. <\/span><span class=\"credit\">(Image credit: Look)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p id=\"elk-a2242a00-869a-4ef3-afe9-afb7b2f8a068\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look has also produced a new integrated handlebar for the bike in the form of the Aero Carbon RS 3 BAR.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Look says the bar is engineered for three racing scenarios: maintaining an aero position for longer, i.e., hunkered down on the hoods, maximising stiffness when sprinting in the drops and opening the chest when climbing by way of a &#8216;tailored sweep and flare&#8217;.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Available in 380, 400 and 420mm widths and with 80 &#8211; 140mm stem lengths, the sizing options tie into Look&#8217;s claimed &#8216;350 configurations&#8217; principle. In theory meaning the maximum number of riders can find comfort and speed on the bike.<\/p>\n<p aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Customisable options include seven stem lengths, two seatpost offset configurations from the new Aeropost 5 seatpost, three handlebar widths and the ability to run 0-50mm of headset spacers.<\/p>\n<h2 id=\"pricing-and-build-options-3\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"kiosq-b\">Pricing and build options <\/h2>\n<div id=\"slice-container-imageGallery-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb-D28SEVdbj8F8ImXdlmaLhUA99LCgiS4Q\" class=\"slice-container imageGallery-wrapper imageGallery-NNpwAxMYMkpQ2nkvrfDuQb-D28SEVdbj8F8ImXdlmaLhUA99LCgiS4Q slice-container-imageGallery\">\n<div data-hydrate=\"true\" class=\"inline-gallery first-slide-only\">\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__count\">Image 1 of 5<\/div>\n<div class=\"inline-gallery__items\">\n<div class=\"react-swipeable-view-container\">\n<div aria-hidden=\"false\" data-swipeable=\"true\">\n<div class=\"items__item\">\n<div class=\"item__image-cont\">\n<div class=\"image-cont__image\">\n<figure class=\"image-wrapped__wrapper\" data-bordeaux-image-check=\"false\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__widthsetter\">\n<div class=\"image-wrapped__aspect-padding\">\n<div><source class=\"image-wrapped__image image__image\" type=\"image\/webp\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-320-80.jpg.webp 320w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-480-80.jpg.webp 480w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-650-80.jpg.webp 650w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-970-80.jpg.webp 970w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-1024-80.jpg.webp 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.mos.cms.futurecdn.net\/kFG72t7LqtJDBqmU5GemNP-1200-80.jpg.webp 1200w\" sizes=\"(min-width: 1000px) 970px, calc(100vw - 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