Examining the Review of the Huez Pro Team Edition: The Enduring French Climbers' Bicycle for the Distance
The latest iteration of Look's Huez model continues to impress, offering a well-rounded climbing bike that excels on long-distance rides. This bike, with its T47 85.5mm bottom bracket, full hose/cable integration, and clearance for 32mm tyres, is a testament to Look's commitment to innovation and performance.
The Huez boasts a geo typical of a modern climbing bike, with a head tube angle, reach, and chainstay length within a smidgen of other climbing bikes. However, it stands out with a steeper seat tube angle and a comparatively elevated stack and generous trail figure, providing a composed ride even in challenging conditions.
On the scales, the Huez weighs approximately 8 kilograms, not the lightest but not the heaviest either. Despite its weight, it delivers a direct and comfortable ride feel that helps reduce back and neck strain on long climbs. The bike remains stable even in mild crosswinds, with optional 50mm wheels fitted.
The Huez Pro Team Edition is equipped with Shimano 12-speed Ultegra Di2 and a 52/36t semi-compact chainset, matched to a climb-friendly 11t - 34t cassette. This setup offers smooth and efficient shifting, ensuring a reliable performance during long rides.
The Huez performed admirably during a long-distance ride across France, especially on climbing stages. It handles gently undulating roads with sublime precision, without any nervous skittishness. The bike surges forward eagerly when power is applied, aided by deep-section wheels that spin up urgently.
In terms of versatility, the 785 Huez is more than just a pure climbing bike. While it is marketed as a performance-oriented climber, it balances stiffness and comfort, making it well suited to endurance riding over long distances, rather than only short aggressive climbs. This makes it a solid option for riders looking for a climbing bike that can also handle long rides without significant compromise.
Regarding value and comparison to other climbing bikes, although heavier than some ultra-light models, the Look 785 Huez offers a well-optimized frame layup and reliable performance, which can justify its use beyond just minimal-weight climbing rigs. In contrast with other high-performance road bikes like the Aurum Magma, which is race-focused and very stiff but might be harsher on rough roads, the Huez strikes a good balance of comfort and performance for sustained rides.
In summary, the Look 785 Huez is a well-rounded climbing bike that performs reliably on long-distance rides across challenging French terrain and holds up well compared to other climbing and race-focused bikes in terms of comfort, handling, and versatility. This bike, with its rich history and innovative features, continues to be a fixture in Look's lineup for almost a decade and has earned the admiration of French locals and guides.
[1] Source: BikeRadar, Look 785 Huez Pro Team Edition first ride review
[4] Source: CyclingTips, Look 785 Huez Pro Team Edition long-term review
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