Frameset
Frame
LOOK 765 Gravel
Fork
LOOK 765 Gravel carbon fork
Weight
9.1 kg (Size M)
765 Gravel Apex XPLR 1x12
Introduced for the 2021 model year, the Look 765 Gravel is a performance-focused carbon platform built for fast, unpaved riding rather than loaded touring. Positioned as a more accessible alternative to the flagship RS model, it utilizes a slightly simpler carbon layup while retaining the exact frame shape and features. Look designed this bike for efficiency and speed, equipping it with their distinctive 3D Wave seatstays to help manage vibrations without sacrificing power transfer.
The frame clears 700x40mm or 650bx2.1" tires, placing it squarely in the all-road and traditional gravel category rather than the ultra-wide adventure segment. While it lacks rack mounts for multi-day bikepacking, it offers practical storage for long single-day efforts, including top-tube bento box mounts and the capacity to carry up to four water bottles. It suits riders who want a responsive, road-adjacent feel on dirt.
$4,000
Build
Size
Inventory
| Stack | 578mm |
| Reach | 375mm |
| Top tube | 552mm |
| Headtube length | 162.5mm |
| Standover height | 793mm |
| Seat tube length | 500.3mm |
Fit and geometry
Look built the 765 Gravel around an endurance-leaning geometry that balances straight-line composure with predictable steering. Across the size range, a relaxed 70.3-degree head tube angle pairs with a 50mm fork offset and 420mm chainstays. This combination yields a stable wheelbase that resists twitchiness on loose descents while remaining compact enough to accelerate sharply out of corners.
Unlike many modern gravel bikes with heavily sloped top tubes, the 765 Gravel maintains a more traditional, horizontal front triangle. This design choice maximizes internal frame space, allowing riders to fit up to three water bottles inside the main triangle on most sizes.
Rider posture leans toward a performance road fit rather than an upright touring position. Depending on rider proportions, the stock cockpit configurations may feel slightly long. One tester noted that the stock 100mm stem on a medium frame left them feeling stretched out, suggesting that riders between sizes or those preferring a more compact reach might need to swap to a shorter stem to dial in the handling and comfort.
Full specs
Groupset
Shift levers
SRAM Apex 12-speed
Rear derailleur
SRAM Apex XPLR, 12-speed
Cassette
SRAM Apex PG-1231, 12-speed, 11-44T
Chain
SRAM Apex 12-speed
Crankset
SRAM Apex 1x12, 38T
Bottom bracket
SRAM DUB BB386 (86.5mm) Road Wide
Front brake
SRAM Apex Flat Mount hydraulic disc
Rear brake
SRAM Apex Flat Mount hydraulic disc
Front rotor
SRAM CenterLine Centerlock 160mm
Rear rotor
SRAM CenterLine Centerlock 160mm
Wheelset
Front wheel
Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 2-Way Fit (2WF) C22
Rear wheel
Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 2-Way Fit (2WF) C22
Front tire
Hutchinson Overide 700x38 Tan, tubetype
Rear tire
Hutchinson Overide 700x38 Tan, tubetype
Cockpit
Stem
LOOK LS2
Handlebars
LOOK LS2 Alloy Gravel, 12° flare
Saddle
LOOK saddle
Seatpost
LOOK LS3 Alloy, 27.2mm x 350mm
Builds
The 765 Gravel lineup splits into two distinct tiers, separated by a significant price gap and material component changes. The entry point is the Apex XPLR 1x12 build at $4,000. It provides a reliable, workhorse setup featuring SRAM’s 12-speed mechanical shifting, an 11-44T cassette, and Fulcrum Rapid Red 900 alloy wheels wrapped in 38mm Hutchinson Overide tires. This build uses a standard Look alloy cockpit and seatpost.
For $5,200, the RS build upgrades the frame to Look's higher-modulus carbon layup and shifts to a Campagnolo Ekar 13-speed groupset. This premium tier includes slightly upgraded Fulcrum Rapid Red 500 wheels and wider 40mm Hutchinson Touareg tires for added traction. It also integrates the front end with Look’s LDS stem.
Both builds utilize a standard 27.2mm seatpost and rely on a mix of Torx and Allen bolts across the frame hardware, meaning riders will need a comprehensive multi-tool for trailside adjustments. The value in the base model lies in its accessible entry to the Look frame shape, while the RS build caters to riders wanting tighter gear steps and a lighter overall chassis.
Apex XPLR 1x12
$4,000
Selected
RS
$5,200
Metallic Hope Green Satin
Reviews
Reviewers consistently characterize the 765 Gravel as a highly efficient machine that leans heavily on Look’s road racing heritage. On the dirt, the bike prioritizes forward momentum and predictable handling over plush isolation. One reviewer described the frame as "light, stiff, and stable" (YouTube), noting that while it is "not super compliant" compared to dedicated adventure rigs, it remains comfortable enough to manage typical gravel chatter (YouTube).
The standout trait on the road is the bike's high-speed composure. The rigid chassis and geometry work together to create a highly dependable descending experience. The platform "will hold its line in a corner better than any gravel bike that I've ridden" (YouTube), making it particularly well-suited for mountainous routes and fast, sweeping fire roads.
The primary tradeoff for this direct power transfer is a firmer ride quality. Because the frame itself does not offer deep vibration absorption, riders will need to rely on tire volume and tubeless pressures to tune the comfort. Ultimately, testers agree the bike is "designed to go fast" (YouTube), rewarding riders who want a snappy, race-capable response when they stand on the pedals.
