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Mountain, champions, bike: a LOOK trilogy. Alpe d’Huez , mythical climb of the Tour de France with its 21 bends, that saw the impressive victories of the greatest champions, opened the way to Greg Lemond’s victory in 1986, who became the first American to win the Tour de France with the first carbon frame ever used on the professional circuit, the LOOK KG86. A victory marked under the sign of innovation... already! Nowadays when Thomas Voeckler, exceptional since the beginning of the Tour is still in yellow at the top of the Galibier with his Keo Blade pedals, Rein Taaramae wins the white jersey of the best young hope on his LOOK 695. Mountain, champions, bike: a LOOK trilogy. The firm, created on rupture innovations, invented the first ski binding in 1956 and it is the control of the ski technology that allowed the creation of the first clipless pedal in 1984. The adventure continues and there are two world innovations that we propose to share this year. With the Keo Power, it is the first power measurement pedal ever conceived that we are launching on the market. New sensations, new innovations, new integrations... We are pursuing our integration policy. It allows us to improve the quality of our products by pushing back the established standards. Exceed ready-made opinions and let yourself be surprised by our new MTB 920, a concentrate of technology, racy with its integrated stem and adapted to cross-country riders as well as to adepts of marathon distances. We think up, create, develop our products with love and passion. The love of sport in general, of cycling and skiing in particular. In 201 , LOOK will also let you discover its precious alpine heritage with a collection of luxurious, fashionable and technical mountain garments, signed Ludovic Alban. Dominique Bergin Chief Executive Officer of LOOK La boutique LOOK Rue Saint-Honoré - 75008 Paris. www.look-collection.com LOOK diversifies When LOOK was founded in 1951 the company manufactured ski bindings. 60 years further on, LOOK is returning to its first love with an entirely new range of winter clothing, a blend of urban and winter sports styles which will soon be available in our Paris stores and in the top Alpine ski resorts. Following a commercial partnership agreement with VTT SUNN, LOOK has been given world-wide distribution rights for this range. To complete the picture, LOOK’s involvement in the world of horse-riding has been underlined with its 2009 acquisition of Freejump, the leading manufacturer of automatic release stirrups. 02 03

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Page 1: LOOK CATÁLOGO 2012

Mountain, champions, bike: a LOOK trilogy.

Alpe d’Huez , mythical climb of the Tour de France with its 21 bends, that saw the impressive victories of the greatest champions, opened the way to Greg Lemond’s victory in 1986, who became the first American to win the Tour de France with the first carbon frame ever used on the professional circuit, the LOOK KG86. A victory marked under the sign of innovation... already!

Nowadays when Thomas Voeckler, exceptional since the beginning of the Tour is still in yellow at the top of the Galibier with his Keo Blade pedals, Rein Taaramae wins the white jersey of the best young hope on his LOOK 695.

Mountain, champions, bike: a LOOK trilogy.

The firm, created on rupture innovations, invented the first ski binding in 1956 and it is the control of the ski technology that allowed the creation of the first clipless pedal in 1984.

The adventure continues and there are two world innovations that we propose to share this year.

With the Keo Power, it is the first power measurement pedal ever conceived that we are launching on the market. New sensations, new innovations, new integrations...

We are pursuing our integration policy.

It allows us to improve the quality of our products by pushing back the established standards. Exceed ready-made opinions and let yourself be surprised by our new MTB 920, a concentrate of technology, racy with its integrated stem and adapted to cross-country riders as well as to adepts of marathon distances.

We think up, create, develop our products with love and passion. The love of sport in general, of cycling and skiing in particular.

In 201þ, LOOK will also let you discover its precious alpine heritage with a collection of luxurious, fashionable and technical mountain garments, signed Ludovic Alban.

Dominique BerginChief Executive Officer of LOOK

La boutique LOOKRue Saint-Honoré - 75008 Paris.

www.look-collection.com

LOOK diversifies When LOOK was founded in 1951 the company manufactured ski bindings. 60 years further on, LOOK is returning to its first love with an entirely new range of winter clothing, a blend of urban and winter sports styles which will soon be available in our Paris stores and in the top Alpine ski resorts.

Following a commercial partnership agreement with VTT SUNN, LOOK has been given world-wide distribution rights for this range.

To complete the picture, LOOK’s involvement in the world of horse-riding has been underlined with its 2009 acquisition of Freejump, the leading manufacturer of automatic release stirrups.

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ROAD08 LOOK PEDALS TECHNOLOgy

10 KéO POWER

12 KéO PEDALS

17 LOOK TECHNOLOgy : MANUFACTURiNg

18 THE CONTROL OF THE MATERiAL : CARBON

19 iNTEgRATiON : E-POST SEAT POST

20 iNTEgRATiON : ZED 2 CRANKSET

21 iNTEgRATiON : HSC7 FORK

22 iNTEgRATiON : C-STEM

23 PRODUCTS TESTS

24 695

32 586 SL

36 586 UD

36 566

42 X85

44 ROAD // CyCLO-CROSS gEOMETRy

TRIATHLON // TT 46 AERO TECHNOLOgy

48 596 iPACK

50 576 EPOST // 576 RSP

52 TRi//TT gEOMETRy

TRACK 54 596 TRACK

56 496 ZED

58 AL 464P

60 TRACK gEOMETRy

MTB62 920 TECHNOLOgy

64 920 CARBON KiT // 920

66 986 EPOST // 986 RSP

68 QUARTZ TECHNOLOgy

69 QUARTZ PEDALS

70 MTB gEOMETRy

APPAReL73 EXCELLENCE RANgE

74 ULTRA MEN RANgE

75 ULTRA WOMAN RANgE

76 PRO TEAM RANgE

77 APPAREL ACCESSORiES

78 LUggAgE

CONTeNTS

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ROAD

COFiDiS team on LOOK 695 and KEO Blade pedals

integrationWhen our engineers began to investigate the advantages of integration for us, they quickly recognised the possibilities:

by developing components together, rather than working separately like our competitors, we optimise their compatibility and performance by ensuring they work better together.

integration also enables product quality to be improved by extending established standards: we develop our own products, because our requirements go beyond those of current standards. Who but LOOK could offer an adjustable carbon fibre stem or a one-piece 100% carbon crankset with unbeatable stiffness?

integration also takes account of the aesthetic factor: elements are designed to make a unit that is stylistically coherent.

Since it was launched the 695 has stood apart from its competitors. Such a level of integration had never before been reached on a cycle: the adjustable C-stem, HSC7 fork with its integrated HeadFit 3 headset, ZED 2 monobloc crankset that beats all stiffness records, and the E-Post seatpost... the result of this integration is unmatched riding feel, amazingly efficient power and effort transmission, and optimised cycling precision.

This year LOOK is turning its attention to MTB innovations : the entirely new VTT 920 features the new A-stem, with accurate height and length adjustment, providing very rigid steering for ever better performance.

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KÉO : LOOK PeDALSin 1984,LOOK invented the automatic pedalThe history of automatic pedals will always be associated with LOOK.

LOOK, a forerunner in the days when all the pack used toe clips, succeeded in establishing this revolutionary concept, largely due to Bernard Hinault, who won his fifth Tour de France with the first LOOK automatic pedals.

This determination to innovate enabled LOOK to retain its status as world-wide leader in the field and establish its KEO standard, which today is recognised all over the world.

SafetyWhen it was launched in 1984 the first LOOK automatic pedal was presented as a safety pedal.

This approach has remained one of the key planks in the development of our pedals, and today our innovations are still aimed at cycling safety.

Our lastest innovation, the KEO BLADE, ensures very fast cleat entry and exit, due to the compressed carbon blade. The foot is ejected more rapidly with no extra effort and with increased safety.

LOOK has made automatic pedals available for all, including beginners, who will appreciate the easily-adjusted KEO CLASSiC, at a price range within reach of cyclists at all levels.

From beginners to competitors, all users will find the KEO pedal to meet their requirements.

Platform areaWhere some try to reduce the size of the pedal, LOOK has always privileged a wide and large platform area, for us synonymous of transmission of power, of stability and of comfort.On the Keo Blade and on the Keo 2 Max, the platform area was enlarged to improve pedalling efficiency.

ReliabilityAnother special feature of our pedals is their reliability and their resistance to wear. The Keo Blade and Keo 2 Max have an iNOX stainless steel pressure area cast moulded in the body of the pedal to improve their service life.A new axis line was developed for the Keo Blade Carbon and the Keo 2 Max. in titanium or steel, both are oversized so as to guarantee great reliability without making the pedal any heavier. All our axes are subject to extremely exhaustive tests to guarantee to the user a product beyond reproach. Three rolling bearings as well as double sealing give our pedals a very long service life even under extreme conditions of use.On the Keo Blade, the lever is bi-injected, the two materials playing a very specific part are complementary: one brings an excellent mechanical behaviour, the other a very good contact with the cleat.

KeO FIT Keo Fit, the first-ever system designed to ensure optimum cleat settings, was developed and patented by LOOK in cooperation with Sherbrooke University, Canada.

The test, which can be carried out at your LOOK dealer, enables you to find your optimum cleat position and the type of Keo cleats which best suit your pedalling anatomy. This will both limit injuries such as tendinitis and optimise your pedalling efficiency.

When the Keo Fit test has been carried out, the Keo cleat position will be memorised, to retain the setting until your next shoe change (see page 15).

Kéo Fit Centers are on our website: www.lookcycle.com

LightweightThe Keo standard was developed in the aim of minimising the weight of the cleat/pedal unit. in line with this logic, a brand new concept was perfected for the Keo Blade; the concept associates LOOK’s know-how in automatic pedals and carbon manufacturing. A compressed carbon blade replaces the traditional spring for a very interesting weight gain. The use of composite materials on the whole Keo range allows proposing very lightweight products while remaining extremely performing, and without compromising reliability or comfort.

They have all chosen Keo for the 2011-2012 season :

UCI Pro Team:AgR2R LA MONDiALE / KATUSHA / LAMPRE iSD / MOViSTAR / OMEgA PHARMA-LOTTO /

ASTANA / QUiCKSTEP / RADiOSHACK / VACANSOLEiL-DCM

UCI Continentales Pro Team :TOPSPORT VLAANDEREN-MERCATOR / gEOX-TMC / BRETAgNE SCHULLER / COFiDiS /

EUROPCAR

UCI Continentales:BigMAT-AUBER93 / ENDURA RACiNg / VELO CLUB LA POMME MARSEiLLE

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LOOK has developed the Keo Power: the first power and cadence measuring pedal for the most demanding cyclists. Combined with POLAR technology for data transmission and display, the Keo Power permits direct display on the computer of pedalling information. To adapt to athletes who leave nothing to chance, LOOK, the inventor of the automatic pedal and POLAR, inventor of the cardio frequency meter, have combined their experience to offer an innovative, accurate reliable product.

The first LOOK research on this product goes back to 1986 and the registration of a patent on

power measurement in the hub. The first product marketed was the MAX ONE, in 1989, a date

at which it was also used on the Tour de France. Since then, several laboratory products have

seen the light of day, with some patented, before deciding, 3 years ago to start the design of a

product intended for the market. The result of this work is the Keo Power.

How it worksEach pedal senses the cyclist’s power and rate through the pedal shaft and transfers them to transmitters (fixed on the crank arm) which send them directly to the computer using wireless technology.

Accurate MeasurementThe Keo Power permits very accurate measurement of the power and cadence. Each axle is equipped with 8 strain gauges permitting very accurate measurement of the axle deflection and so of the forces applied to it.

The observed measurement deviations, whatever the value of the force and its point of application are less than 2%. The axle electronics are designed to measure forces up to 170kg, obviously the axle can support much larger forces. The cadence is measured using a reed relay placed in the axle of the pedal.

Through the force and cadence measurement, the Keo Power is capable of giving the power. The information is then sent to the POLAR transmitter, which sends it wirelessly to the meter via the WiND® protocol.

Left / right balance Because it measures the power on each axle, the Keo Power permits an indication of the left/right power distribution as a percentage. This will allow experienced cyclists to improve their pedalling technique.

easy to install, Use & self-calibration The Keo Power is very easy to install, compatible with the majority of bicycles on the market and very easy to move from one bike to another, in contrast to systems that are found in the crankset or the hub.

Calibration is done automatically when the system starts up.

Keo standard: efficiency, realibility, lightness

The Keo Power possesses all the characteristics of a Keo. The platform surface is the same as the Keo Blade, which is one of the widest currently available (62mm), guaranteeing excellent stability and efficiency. The platform height is also the same as a Keo Blade (15.2mm).

The Keo Power is among the lightest power measurement systems on the market.

The axle has been the subject of special attention: 3 bearings, double seals. it has undergone exactly the same approval tests as the standard axles: Keo Power axles have only been approved after a 1 million cycle rotation test at 100rev/min with a load of 90kg on the centre of the pedal and eccentric rotation (which creates a shock at each turn). This test is much greater than the current standard: EN14781.

1986 :The first LOOK patent registered: hub power measurement

1989Marketing of theMaxOne

2011KEO POWER

2003LOOK Dynamo Pedal

The sensors measure the deformation of the pedal axle

8 stress gauges per axle permit force measurement with very high accuracy (<2%)

Left / right power distribution in percentage :

Keo Power pedals are compatible with Polar CS600X or CS500 computers.

CS500 computer

CS600X computer

53% of power developed on the left 47% on the right

Connectors at the end of the shaft send the data directly to the transmitter.

The transmitter fits easily into the pedal, being held in place by a clamp collar.

KÉO POWeR : The first-ever power measurement pedal

Keo Power is delivered with two transmitters that are attached to the cranks arms, with a computer and a cardio transmitter.

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Team EUROPCAR KEO BLADE CARBON Ti - 16.

A spring-less revolutionary patented concept: a carbon blade operating under compression procures the engagement and disengagement sensations of unequalled ease. Very light: 95g with a Ti axle (258 g the pair with cleats and hard-ware). Now available with a cromoly axle : 115 g the pair (298 g the pair with cleats and hardware). efficient and stable thanks to its very wide and large INOX stainless steel contact surface area. great reliability: double seals, three roller bearings, injected long fibre carbon body, oversized axle. Tension: 12 or 16Nm. Kéo Grip cleats provide walking ease.

Efficient and comfortable thanks to its very large INOX stainless steel contact surface area. Very light: 130g per pedal (328 g the pair with cleats and hardware) in composite body. Tension: 9Nm to 15Nm. Kéo Grip cleats are easier to walk on.

Model shown :KeO BLADe CARBON TIwith titanium axle and 12 carbon blade.*

Also available :KeO BLADe CARBON with Crmo Axle

KeO 2 MAX WHiTEKeO 2 MAX gRAPHiTE

*also in16 carbon blade

KeO

BLADeWHeN INNOvATION RHyMeS WITH SeNSATION

KeO

2 MAXMAXIMUM POWeR FOR MAXIMUM ReLIABILITy

KeO BLADe AeRO :The first pedal designed for CLM and triathlon events: a carbon structure rigidifies the body of the pedal and improves the aerodynamics. it benefits of the same advantages as the Keo Blade Carbon. 120 g (steel axis).

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Comfortable thanks to its large contact surface area. One of the lightest pedals in its category: 139g per pedal (350 g the pair with cleats and hardware). Great reliability: composite body, steel axle. Tension: 8Nm to 12Nm. Kéo Grip cleats are easier to walk on.

KeO CLASSICgRAPHiTE

KeO CLASSIC RED

Cales KeO GRIP :Cleats with memorised settings to improve rider performance and safetyThe Kéo gRiP cleat is an anti-slip cleat. it is easier to talk on while remaining compatible with the whole Kéo range. The TPU pads also reduces the chances of cleat slippage on the bottom of carbon soled shoes.

The memory position feature allows the retention of cleat position at the time of their replacement. When changing cleats, one simply removes the cleat without removing the memory positioner, then attaches the new cleat directly on top of the positioner clip itself.

Also available inKeO CLeAT version: without anti-slip pads.

Anti-slip TPU pad

Memory position

KéO COVER allow protecting the cleats from wear when walking. They are nonslip and compatible with all Kéo grip and Kéo Cleat cleats.

0° 4,5° 9°

0° 4,5° 9°

Float options:

KeO CLeATS

KeO GRIP

KeO CLeAT KeO COveR

KeO

CLASSICAFFORDABLe LOOK TeCHNOLOGy

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LOOK: Hi-Tech craft productionAt LOOK the hand of man is involved at every stage of production: from carbon sheet cutting to laying up, from moulding to grinding, and from decoration to finishing, we have preserved our craft skills and use them to get the most out of our technology.

At the same time we have developed our own manufacturing techniques, calling upon all the inventiveness and talents of our engineers and technicians.

The construction of a bicycle frame is a delicate operation that calls for all the attention to detail and perfection of manual assembly. it is just this mixture of technology and craftsmanship that makes our products unique.

MANUFACTURINGInnovation : LOOK’s DNAThis allows us to remain competitive in a sector in perpetual evolution and always more demanding.

LOOK was long a leader in aluminium lugged frames.

At the time, this type of lug offered the best results.

LOOK then developed the moulded carbon lugs technology with very high

pressure (VHP), having the advantage of being lighter and more rigid.

Since several years, LOOK has entered in the era of single-piece frames.

LOOK completely controls this technology and integrated the single-piece

manufacturing process to its technological advance in the manufacturing

of compressed lugs.

The MPHM (Multi Process Hot Moulding) manufacturing process associates single-piece moulding and very high pressure compression in a same operation. The MPHM single-piece frame is reinforced in rigidity and solidity in specific places (crankset casing, saddle tube, head tube) as on lugged frames, while being much lighter. This process allows optimising the shapes of tubes as well as the frame’s aerodynamics.

Through these processes Look has for several years notably with the 586 and the 695 abolished the frontier existing between lugged frames and single-piece frames to merge the better of the two technologies.

A 695 frame is made up of 430 different pieces of carbon, and takes 30 hours to manufacture.

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THe CHOICe OF CARBONSince LOOK’s beginnings in the field of cycling,the selection of manufacturing materials has mainly borne on carbon. This historic choice that has made Look one of the rare pioneers in advanced composites is justified by

the characteristics inherent to the various carbon fibres. The most important is the formidable strength

ratio to elongation for a very feeble weight (young’s Modulus, see table opposite).

The excellent performance of carbon epoxy components towards aging also contributes to making it

an ideal material in the making of bike frames and forks.

Furthermore, carbon fibres have a different behaviour according to their orientation. The carbon com-

position is defined (type of fibre, orientation and quantity) for each layer in a very accurate way accor-

ding to the product’s use.

DIFFeReNT TyPeS OF FIBReS :

HR : High Resistance. Fibres obtained by the shortest carbonization. Their rigidity is the weakest in the family but they benefit of a good elongation to bursting, which makes it a useful component for the reliability of products. Products made only with HR fibres are heavier, for more materials are necessary to obtain the wanted rigidity.

HM : High Module. “Upper range” fibres. Their rigidity is very high, about twice that of HR. These fibres should however be used advisedly for they can generate more breakable products. HM fibres allow adding a lot of rigidity with little weight.

IM : Intermediate Fibres. They are a good complement to HM and HR, with a good resistance and an intermediate module.

Pre-impregnated carbon sheets exist in 2 types:

Fibres woven or plaited in multiple directions.

The carbon fibres are woven with varied motifs according to their use. These sheets are often used on the outside of moulded products for they allow homogenous support of the products and sought-after aesthetic.

Unidirectional fibre sheets also called UD

The carbon fibres are all oriented in the same direction on the sheet. Like a tube or any other carbon product it is composed of a succession of layers, on of LOOK’s main manufacturing secrets and one of its strong points, is in the choice of the orientation of the fibres for each layer. This allows obtaining very accurately the performance wanted for the manufactured part.

Young’s specific modulus

Elastic Limit (resistance)

Specific Resistance(Resistance / density)

LOOK has developed its own patented integrated saddle stem system: the e-Post.

A series of elastomers completely isolate the saddle stem from the frame: no part of the E-Post other than the elastomers is in contact with the frame. The road’s mini-shocks and vibrations are absorbed by the elastomers, the hardness of which is interchangeable (black elastomer = hard, red = average and grey = flexible). it thus offers personalized settings adapted to the different types of roads, to the mileage and to the cyclist’s preferences.

The E-Post Ti is adapted to the road and offers a retraction of 30 mm (- 15 to - 45 mm) in relation to the saddle tube’s axis.

The E-Post R32 is ideal for triathletes, time trial and multi-sports runners; it is also reversible and allows retraction / advance of 32 mm.

The E-Post R5 is advised for the MTB; it is reversible and allows retraction / advance of 5 mm.

RSP seatpost: For adepts of the traditional seatpost, LOOK launches the RSP. it takes on the aerodynamic shape of the E-Post tube, is in carbon for more comfort and lightness (only 210g).

you can thanks to the RSP return to a traditional saddle stem on a frame equipped with an integrated saddle stem or with a cut saddle stem.

As for the E-Post, the RSP comes in several versions (a Road version, adjustable from + or - 30 mm, and an R5 version reversible and adjustable from + or - 5 mm).

E-Post Ti E-Post R5 E-Post R32

e-POST SeATPOST

Average Flexible Hard

LOOK has a unique know-how and the experience acquired

for over 25 years that allow it to mix the different types of

fibres according to the wanted properties. We know how

to vary the parameters of the carbon’s composition so as

to give a product the wanted performance. This is how we

can propose two different rigidities for the 695: a Super

Rigid (SR) version and a more compliant.

A bike like the 695 is composed of more than 432 different

carbon parts placed by hand before being moulded

and reworked in surface preparation before the aspect

finishing.

More than 30 hours of highly qualified work are necessary

in the elaboration of our 695 ensembles for example.

The impregnated carbon sheets made in France

according to LOOK’s specifications have characteristics

and an implementation close to those used in aeronautics,

aerospace or in automobile sports.

The e-Post comes in 3 versions according to the discipline followed

For more personalization, the E-Post is adjustable up to 3 cm in height by adding spacers.it is thus a system that brings comfort to cyclists, offers a large range of settings and that is aesthetically very pure since no attachment is apparent.

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LOOK presents its single-piece carbon crankset:the ZeD 2.

The culmination of 5 years of studies, it was designed to be as light as possible while being ultra rigid. The crankset (star + axis + handles) only weighs 320 g. it is this weight rigidity ration that is in fact a unique part and that brings an exceptional performance. This unit runs inside an oversized crankset casing of 65 mm, an exclusive LOOK product.The star of the ZED 2 crankset is compatible with all double or compact chain wheels. The star is pierced to accept the 2 axel spaces of 110 and 130 mm. LOOK has developed its own patent to arrive at this attachment system inside the star.

695, 596 and 496 models are all fitted with ZED cranksets. On the road, in triathlon or on the track, its outstanding stiffness will enable you to develop your pedalling power.

Three-lobe technology :

The handles of the ZED 2 crankset are equipped with a three-lobe nut that only has to be pivoted to change the length of the handles from 170 mm, 172.5 mm to 175 mm without changing the crankset.

Novelty on this second generation ZED: the three-lobe nut is now compatible with all the pedals on the market.

To optimize the performance of the ZED 2 crankset, LOOK has developed its own chain wheels with a design and rigidity adapted to the ZED 2.

The Continuous Fibre Design (CFD) concept was put in application for the design of the HSC 7 fork.We optimize the mechanical performance of the carbon fibre by reducing all the angular thresholds and variations. The effort in uniformly distributed over the whole fork. Since several years (HSC6) the tabs are moulded and compressed with the arms of the fork, which allows making the area lighter while reinforcing it.

The conical pivot optimized by the CFD allows positioning the bearing directly on the fork’s head.

A new standard bearing 11/2” comes to improve the uniform distribution of the effort. Thanks to its 100% single-piece design, we obtain a more rigid fork, resisting to the most severe tests while being ultra lightweight (295 gr).

HSC 4 HSC 6 HSC 7

Competitors fork weight Comparison (g.)

LOOK forks evolution

1

2

3Thanks to its single-piece design, the ZED 2 crank-

set can be threaded through the bottom bracket.

ZeD 2 CRANKSeT HSC7 FORK

Three-lobe nut

Competitors fork weight comparative

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Originally designed for the 695, LOOK innovates with the C-Stem carbon stem.

On a traditional stem, the height setting is done by adding spacers. Their accumulation lessens the lateral rigidity and moves the stem away from the headset, where the renewal of effort is located.

A single screw serves to adjust the height and to tighten the stem. The rigidity and handling are increased. For pedalling standing and for sprinting, the energy loss is lessened. The weight rigidity ratio of the C-Stem is one of the best on the market.

Two flat sections on the pivot ensure the perfect positioning of the stem without having to do any settings. The pivot is delivered cut at the right height; it is no longer necessary to calculate the height of the cut.

1. 0°2. -9°3. +13°

1

2

3

C-Stem’s inclination :-9° to +13°

Weight / rigidity ratio of competitors’ stems comparative

Traditional stem with spacers

So as to propose to all its users, whether amateurs or professionals, products beyond reproach, LOOK has always imposed itself a very strict quality charter, pushing tests beyond standards.

All our products are controlled before, during and after production, on our two production sites in Nevers and in Tunisia (our Tunisian production site is certified iSO 9001 since 2005).

Control of pedal axes LOOK axes are only validated after shock, fatigue extreme wear tests. Standard EN14781 requires rotation tests of 100 000 cycles with a load of 65 kg on the centre of the pedal. LOOK goes further and carries out a rotation test of at least one million cycles at 100 rpm with a load of 90 kg on the centre of the pedal and an off-centre rotation, which creates a shock at each rotation.

HSC 7 forks testFor its new HSC 7 fork, LOOK obliges itself to always more rigor. Our quality engineers have set up in their laboratory a test recreating a frontal shock: a load of 22.6 kg is launched from a height of 744 mm on the fork’s tabs. This test is 15% superior to the standard (166 joules instead of the required 144).

C-STeM LOOK PRODUCTS TeSTS

LOOK continuously submits all of its frames to a series of severe tests.

Resistance under lateral fatigue equivalent to 3 weeks of violent sprinting (100 kg in thrust and traction), resistance in thrust on the fork, in traction on the saddle stem, violent shocks on the frame and the forks,… etc. no torture is spared. All these tests constitute the basis of the European standard but at Look they are even fiercer.

yet these laboratory tests only make up one stage in the validation of our products. Nothing replaces those obtained by the thousands of KM covered by

our teams of testers of all sizes, of all weights and with very different cycling practice levels who ride in winter and summer on the world’s roads and send us their experiences, their feelings and their comments.

This database has been carefully followed-up for several years and constitutes a unique and considerable source of information for creating and fine tuning the behaviour of our bikes.

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A 100% carbon single-piece frame a featherweight of 900 gr., including several worldwide innovations: the C-Stem and the ZED 2 crankset, the new HSC 7 fork and its Head Fit 3 headset. The E-Post seatpost is also included for more comfort. LOOK applies the concept of Continuous Fibre Design (CFD) to optimise the output of the carbon fibres by making them work in the best direction. The shape of tubes is fluid and simple for optimum effectiveness.Also available in Super Rigid version (695 SR).

695 FrameA 100% carbon single-piece frame a

featherweight of 900 gr.*

(*gross frame in size M).

C-STeMAdjustable carbon stem integrated into the frame. Can be inclined from -9° to +13° (no spacers).

HeADFIT 3LOOK patented headset that is adjusted independently of the stem.

HSC 7One-piece 100% carbon fork (fork + frame tabs). Very light : only 295 gr.

ZeD 2One-piece 100% carbon crankset with unequalled weight/stiffness ratio.Crank arms adjustable from 170mm to 175 mm using a three-lobe nut.

BB 65Oversize bottom bracket

e-POSTintegrated carbon seat

post with elastomer to improve rider comfort.

Adjustable by +/- 30 mm with the seat tube.

Rear dropouts in compressed carbon for moulding of bases and seat stays: improved weight/reliability ratio.

Available in version DI2 (fully integrated cables)

Model shown :695 TeAM RePLICA

695 POWeR & PReCISION

« 695 : The French version of a Formula One effort »Road Bike Action (USA), July 2011

« Le 695 va sur tous les terrains, l’aérodynamique, la légèreté, le confort et l’ergonomie.Cette intégration totale va modifier de façon sensible notre façon de concevoir le vélo. »

Le Cycle (France), August 2010

« With such level of integration, the 695 is one of the rare bikes that suits all types of riders, from the riding enthusiasts to the competitors. »

Road Bike (Germany), December 2010

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Cofidis - Tony gallopinFlèche d’Emeraude 2011

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Model shown :695 SILveR

695 POWeR & PReCISION 695 POWeR

& PReCISION

Model shown :695 BLACK MAT

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1986: LOOK launched the 1st carbon

frame, the Kg 86. That year saw Bernard

Hinault competing in his last Tour de

France, when he battled unceasingly with

greg Lemond. The two Vie Claire racers

were both riding a Kg 86. Finally the new

frame brought luck to greg Lemond.

To celebrate the 25th anniversary of that

superb victory, LOOK is offering a limited

edition of the 695, with a very refined, up-

to-the minute design setting off the carbon

frame with a 3K matt finish.

Available in frame or bicycle versions, the latter with a Shimano Dura-Ace Di2 groupset, white LOOK EDH handlebar and Lightweight white wheels, with decoration specially designed for this bicycle.

695

July 1986: greg Lemond is about to win his 1st Tour de France on the world’s first carbon frame: the LOOK Kg86

A unique collection of 695 numbered frames world-wide.

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695 Flag editionAdopt the Flag Edition, whose decorations use the flags of the world’s nations. you still have the option of adding your name, forename or signature to make your bicycle really unique.

The Haute Couture Customisable RangeFor cycling enthusiasts looking for a really unique bike, Look has launched the Premium range: very complex exclusive decorations, impossible to make on a large scale, as well as the possibility of personalizing your frame by adding your name, forename or even your signature.

Support JapanTo support the reconstruction programme in Japan, for each Premium Range 695 Japan frame sold LOOK will contribute ¥10,000 to the Japanese Red Cross for humanitarian projects.

http://www.jrc.or.jp/english/index.html

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The 586 SL, a benchmark frame, benefits from the know-how acquired during development of the 695. The use of pre-impregnated high fibre content carbon allows the unit to be lighter while retaining the same performance. The 586 SL, a pleasing combination of flexibility and stiffness, is a multi-purpose frame that will delight cycling aficionados.

586SL LIGHTWeIGHT & MULTIPURPOSe

« Haute couture and prêt à porter.»Granfondo (Italy), April 2011

«The geometry is designed for liveliness. Steering is light to the touch, and this bicycle asks only to leap forward.»

Top vélo, October 2010

«A very well-balanced bike, which shows its performance in every situation.»

vélo Mag, August 2010

586 SL FrameOne-piece carbon Super Light (SL)

frame: 950 grammes. Seat stays and rear triangle designed

to increase comfort.

HSC6One-piece 100% carbon fork weighing only 350 grammes. Compressed moulded carbon frame tabs in continuation of fork.

HeADFIT 2Allows headset to be adjusted independently of stem. Adjustment via a threaded insert blocked against the fork pivot. The compression kit is eliminated, which gives a weight saving of 40 g.

e-POSTintegrated carbon seat post

with elastomer to improve rider comfort. Adjustable by +/- 30

mm with the seat tube.

Rear dropoutsin compressed carbon for moulding of bases and seat stays: improved weight/reliability ratio

Available in version DI2 (fully integrated cables)

Model shown :586 SL BLACK WHITe

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586SL LIGHTWeIGHT & MULTIPURPOSe 586SL LIGHTWeIGHT

& MULTIPURPOSe

Model shown :586 SL ACID

Model shown :586 SL MAT BLACK

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in 2012, the 586 is available with UD (Unidirectional) finish, for a minimalist, modern look. it has the same performance as the 586 SL, giving it that mixture of stiffness and flexibility that makes it at home in any situation. in this version it is compatible with all non-integrated 27.2 mm seat posts, for even more versatility.

586UD PURe & eFFeCTIve

586 UD FrameUD finished single-piece carbon frame: 1050 g. Seat stays and rear triangle designed to increase comfort.

HSC6One-piece 100% carbon fork weighing only 350 grammes.

Compressed moulded carbon frame tabs in continuation of fork.

HeADFIT 2Allows headset to be adjusted independently of stem. Adjustment via a threaded insert blocked against the fork pivot. The compression kit is eliminated, which gives a weight saving of 40 grammes.

Compatible with 27.2 mm seat posts

To ensure greater rider comfort the 586 UD adapts to all 27.2 mm diameter seat posts (this diameter allows for better seat post flexing).

Rear frame tabsin carbon compressed during moulding of bases and seat stays: improved weight/reliability ratio

Model shown :586 UD MAT BLACK

Also available: 586 UD WHITe

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The 566 was specially designed for cyclists looking for a highly versatile bike, and it is ideal for endurance tests. yet the comfort is not at the detriment of performance: LOOK has the know-how allowing it to propose ultra-lightweight weight carbon frames without compromising the bike’s security and its performance. it is designed to be both rigid in strategic places (for example its crankset casing) while remaining comfortable.

566 COMFORT & eFFICIeNCy

« The 566 is a good bicycle, very compact, lightweight and highly reactive, for an athlete who is looking for comfort above all.»

Tri Mag, July/August 2010

566 FrameOne-piece carbon frame in a mixture of HR and HM fibres for an excellent compromise between stiffness and comfort. Lightweight: 1100 g.

Compact geometrygeometry designed to increase feeling of comfort.The height of the head tube has been increased while the frame length is standard.

Comfort Carbon Design ForkOne-piece 100% carbon fork designed to increase both the rider’s comfort and cycling stability.

X-design StaysThe bases and stays are designed with a flattened section in their centre, which increases their ability to absorb vibrations. This increases the tube width, which heightens lateral rigidity at the rear of the frame.

Compatible with 27.2 mm seat posts

To ensure greater rider comfort the 586 UD adapts to all 27.2 mm dia-

meter seat posts (this diameter allows for better seat post flexing).

Model shown :566 MAT BLACK

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566 COMFORT & eFFICIeNCy

Model shown :566 WHITe BLACK ReD

566 COMFORT & eFFICIeNCy

Model shown :566 WHITe

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The nec plus ultra in cyclocross bikes, the X-85 heralds LOOK’s return to this market. The X-85, a truly avant garde product, is fitted with disk brakes to allow it to be used on every type of terrain, even in the very worst conditions.

The « Mud Evac » rear stays have been designed for optimal mud evacuation. The horizontal tube is flat for easy carriage and comfort.

The rear stays were specially designed to evacuate mud. The carbon frame ensures lightness and stiffness to allow you to achieve your very best performances.

X85 THe HIGH eND CyCLOCROSS BIKe

X-85 FrameHM Carbon, Tube To Tube construction. iS disk brake fittings. Lightweight: 1,150 gr.

DCSC basesDual Comfort and Stiffness Concept : filtration of vibrations and improved transmission of pedalling effort.

Disk brakesFor maximum efficiency, even in the most extreme conditions.

Fork100% carbon, specific cyclocross geometry. iS disk brake fittings. Headset play 1’’1/8

Rear wheel axle length135 mm, compatible with 29 in. MTB wheels

«Mud evac» Stays for great mud evacuation.

Compatible with 27.2 mm seat postsTo ensure greater rider comfort the X-85 adapts to all 27.2 mm diameter seat posts (this diameter allows for better seat post flexing).

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STA

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TRIATHLON // TT

GeOMeTRy // ROAD

566 Axe -axe réel

Axe -axe virtuel

Axehaut

Reculvirtuel

Reculréel

Standover

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L Milieu tube- sol

XS = 49 430 510 480 50 80 510 494,5 568 70,5 136 116 43 410 65 71 74,5 125 98 368 740S = 51 432 530 490 58 98 526 509 581,5 67,5 141 119 43 410 65 71,5 74,5 145 116 368 755M = 53 450 550 500 50 100 542 523 582,5 61 153 128 43 410 65 72,5 73,7 164 131 368 767L = 55 465 575 525 60 110 558 539 599 61 161 135 43 410 65 72,5 73,7 185 156 368 791XL =57 485 590 545 60 105 574 555 615 61 165 140 43 410 65 72,5 73,7 205 171 368 808

586 UD Axe -axe réel

Axe -axe virtuel

Axe -haut

Reculvirtuel

Reculréel

Standover

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L Haut tube- sol (axe boitier)

XS = 49 425 490 459,5 34,5 -65 520 507 575 67,6 129 122 43 405 70 71,5 74,75 109 71 368 708S = 51 460 510 494,5 34,5 -50 530 519 578 64,4 138 135 43 405 70 72 74,25 127 89 368 739M = 53 495 530 529,5 34,5 -35 540 530 577 58,2 146 147 43 405 70 73 74 149 112 368 769L = 55 530 550 564,5 34,5 -20 560 555 593 58,2 156 161 43 405 70 73 73,5 157 120 368 797XL = 57 550 570 584,5 34,5 -20 575 570,5 603 58,2 167 164 43 405 70 73 73 179 139 368 814

586 SL Axe -axe réel

Axe -axe virtuel

Axe -haut

Reculvirtuel

Reculréel

Standover Cut Limit

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L Haut tube - sol(axe boitier)

A partir du hautdu tube

Axe -haut mini-

mum

XS = 49 425 490 625 200 -65 520 507 575 67,6 129 122 43 405 70 71,5 74,75 109 71 368 708 150 475S = 51 460 510 660 200 -50 530 519 578 64,4 138 135 43 405 70 72 74,25 127 89 368 739 150 510M = 53 495 530 695 200 -35 540 530 577 58,2 146 147 43 405 70 73 74 149 112 368 769 150 545L = 55 530 550 730 200 -20 560 555 593 58,2 156 161 43 405 70 73 73,5 157 120 368 797 150 580XL = 57 550 570 760 210 -20 575 570,5 603 58,2 167 164 43 405 70 73 73 179 139 368 814 150 610

695 Axe -axe réel

Axe -axe virtuel

Axe -haut

Reculvirtuel

Reculréel

Standover Cut Limit

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L Haut tube -Axe boitier

A partir du hautdu tube

Axe - hautminimum

XS = 49 440 490 635 195 50 515 505 575,7 70,7 129 117 43 405 65 71 74,75 122,5 77 368 459,1 150 485S = 51 460 510 660 200 50 530 520 581 64,4 136 124 43 405 65 72 74,5 140,5 94,4 368 479,9 150 510M = 53 480 530 695 215 50 545 534 583,4 58,2 146 133 43 405 65 73 74 162,5 109,9 368 501,2 150 545L = 55 500 550 730 230 50 560 549 596,2 58,2 154 141 43 405 65 73 73,75 170,5 129,3 368 516,9 150 580XL = 57 520 570 750 230 50 575 564 608,8 58,2 162 149 43 405 65 73 73,5 192,5 148,7 368 537,6 150 600XXL = 59 540 590 770 230 50 585 573 613,5 58,2 172 159 43 405 65 73 73 211,5 167,2 368 555,8 150 620

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C-Stem (695)Available lengths :80 / 90 / 100 / 110 and 120mm.

«In Triathlon, aerodynamics and power are very important factors in the choice of a bike, and that is why I chose the

596 I-pack, which helps me to optimise my performances...»

Sylvain Sudrie2010 World Long distance Champion

2009 & 2011 French Long Distance Champion

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LOOK’s engineers worked in close cooperation with the aerodynamics engineers of the of the digital wind tunnel installed on the F1 circuit of Nevers - Magny-Cours so as to develop the Triathlon range.

The aerodynamics works allowed abolishing one of the biases spreading throughout the cycling world bearing on the space between the wheels and the frame. LOOK was able to demonstrate through the tests carried out with the wheels in movement that the space between the branches of stays and the rear wheels favoured the airflow. The same principle

is applied between the arms of the fork and the bike’s front wheel as well as between the rear wheel and the saddle tube.

The shapes of tubes were also optimised to favour the airflow. The hooking of stays on the frame is also new since it is done through the outside (plating on the frame). This technique coming from aeronautics allows increasing the areas in contact and thus the resistance and rigidity of the connection area.An aerodynamic gain of 10% could thus be measured on the 596!

On the request of our professionnal riders, we have carried out wind tunnel tests that have allowed improving the airflow around the pedal.

The adding of a carbon shell rigidifies the body and improves the aerodynamics.

The very lightweight carbon shell (only 5gr) gives the whole a very technical aspect and finish. We keep the recognized advantages of the Keo Blade: reassuring foot placing / removal, large pressing area for maximum transfer of energy.

Wind tunnel testing of the aerodinamic values of the 596

Because aerodynamics are crucial when competing, LOOK is permanently working on improving your performance.

LOOK, inventor of the automatic pedal, is the only brand capable of proposing a pedal specially dedicated to triathlon and time trial: the Keo Blade Aero.

A carbon shell is fitted to the body of the Keo Blade

AeRODyNAMICS: LOOK’S APPROACH AeRODyNAMICS: LOOK’S APPROACH

Sylvain SUDRiE

Cofidis

on a TT race

Cofidis riderdoing windtunnels test

at ACE in Magny-Cours

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The 596 i-Pack was developed with one aim in mind: aerodynamics.

Digital wind tunnel calculations and full-scale trials at the Nevers/Magny-Cours wind tunnel to optimise frame geometry, one-piece sub-assembly construc-tion and VHM carbon for lightness and stiffness.

The 596 i-Pack was the first bicycle in the LOOK range to have integrated components: ZED 2 crankset with Keo Blade carbon pedals, indexed carbon stem and offset aerodynamic fork, E-Post R32 integrated seat post: everything is designed to improve performance.

596IPACK AeRO& POWeRFUL

596 IPACK FrameOne-piece construction in sub-assemblies: the com-plete front triangle including the seat post and the 2 one-piece left and right base/stay units. Also innovative is the method of connecting the stays to the frame by the exterior (plating on the frame). This technology, deve-loped in the aerospace industry, enables the surfaces in contact to be increased and so improve the resistance and rigidity of the connection.

Offset aero forkThe fork was subject to the same aerodynamic design development as the rest of the frame. it plays a key role, because it is in effect the cycle’s leading edge. Seen from front-on, the frame is almost hidden by the fork.

Indexed stemComposed of 2 compressed carbon arms and an aluminium collar. it is adjustable by rotation of the carbon arms and offers two starting position options. The association between the fork and the stem provides excellent stiffness and precise steering.

ZeD 2One-piece carbon crankset with unequalled weight/stiffness ratio. Cranks + shaft + star = 320 grammes. Crank arms adjustable from 170mm to 175mm using a three-lobe nut. Designed for a BB65 bottom bracket.

e-POST R32Entirely insulated from the

frame by elastomers, it provides a high degree of

comfort by absorbing vibra-tion. in the triathlon version it is reversible, and can be

adjusted by 32 mm forwards or backwards.

Model shown:

Also available :

596 IPACK ACID

596 IPACK BLACK WHITe

596 IPACKMONDRIAN

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Trevor Delsault2011 Top 10 in

ironman 70.3 in Puerto Ricoironman in South Africaironman France (Nice)

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The 576 is the triathlon frame in the 2012 range.it has a special geometry, with a tube angle of 78°, allowing the triathlete to take up a forward position which is both aerodynamic and comfortable for the upper body. it is extremely versatile, and will be in its element whether on hilly or flat courses. Two models are available this year: The 576 E-Post, with its integrated seat post, and the 576 RSP fitted with the non-integrated RSP R5 seat post.

576 100% PeRFORMANT100% TRIATHLON

576 frameLOOK uses the best VHM carbon fibres to produce this frame. This ensures exceptional aerodynamic performance combined with extreme lightness: this is one of the only aerodynamic frames to weigh less than 1100 grammes, making it a very versatile frame.

576 Aero ForkThe 576 fork was developed especially for the frame. its profile, with its aerodynamic branch cross-sections, reduces turbulence to a minimum.

e-POST R5Entirely insulated from the frame by elastomers, it provides a high degree of comfort by absorbing

vibration. The R5 version it is rever-sible, and can be adjusted by 5

mm forwards or backwards.

RSP R5The RSP R5 non-integrated carbon seat post gives the 576 added simplicity. Reversible, for a +/- 5 mm adjustment on the seat tube.

Model shown :576 e-POST

Model shown :576 RSP

5051

« It’s a real pleasure to be able to enjoy undulating routes and rhythm changes, such as when you are attacking, when the

576 shows its explosive qualities and responds very quickly to the demands you make on it. (…) Versatility like this is very rare.»

Tri Mag, May / June 2011

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TRACK

grégory Baugé - World Champion for the 3rd time running in 2011 on LOOK 496

STA

CK

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GeOMeTRy // TRIATHLON - TT

576 RSP Axe- axe réel

Axe- axe virtuel

Axe- haut

Recul virtuel

Recul réel

StandoverMilieu tube - sol

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L

S 433 515 505 72 82 500 489 580 61 107 91,5 43 400 65 72,5 78 125 105,5 368 755M 449 535 550 101 86 520 509 600 61 111 96 43 400 65 72,5 78 151 126 368 775L 471 555 580 109 84 550 539 632 61 115 100 43 400 65 72,5 78 166 146 368 794XL 484 575 610 126 91 575 563 654 61 119 104 43 400 65 72,5 78 186 167 368 814

576 AeRO Axe- axe réel

Axe- axe virtuel

Axe- haut

Recul virtuel

Recul réel

Standover

Milieu tube - sol Limite coupe

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L A partir du haut du tube

Axe - haut minimum

S 433 515 670 237 82 500 489 580 61 107 91,5 43 400 65 72,5 78 125 105,5 368 755 150 520M 449 535 705 256 86 520 509 600 61 111 96 43 400 65 72,5 78 151 126 368 775 150 555L 471 555 730 259 84 550 539 632 61 115 100 43 400 65 72,5 78 166 146 368 794 150 580XL 484 575 760 276 91 575 563 654 61 119 104 43 400 65 72,5 78 186 167 368 814 150 610

596 IPACK Axe- axe réel

Axe- axe virtuel

Axe- haut

Recul virtuel

Recul réel

Limite coupe

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L A partir du haut du tube

Axe - haut minimum

XS 440 475 640 200 35 515 + 42 507 + 42 574 68 123 114 43 405 60 71,5 75 122 67 368 150 490S 440 515 660 220 75 530 + 42 515 + 42 587 64 133 114 43 405 60 72 75 122 106 368 150 510M 440 545 700 260 105 550 + 42 533 + 42 600 58 141 114 43 405 60 73 75 152 133 368 150 550L 440 565 750 310 125 565 + 42 546 + 42 615 58 146 114 43 405 60 73 75 152 153 368 150 600

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This track version of the 596 is ideal for pursuit racing.

The Chinese, Canadian and French federations have not chosen this ver-sion by chance: optimum aerodynamics through digital wind tunnel calcu-lations and full-scale trials at the Nevers/Magny-Cours wind tunnel, one-piece construction of sub-assemblies to increase connection stiffness and resis-tance, ultra light, rigid VHM carbon...

A concentration of technology serving the great track champions.

596 SPeeD & PReCISION

TRACK

596 TRACK FrameOne-piece construction in sub-assemblies: the complete front triangle including the seat post and the 2 one-piece left and right base/stay units. Also innovative is the method of connecting the stays to the frame by the exterior (plating on the frame). This technology, developed in the aerospace industry, enables the surfaces in contact to be increased and so improve the resistance and rigidity of the connection.

Offset aero forkThe fork was subject to the same aerodynamic design development as the rest of the frame. it plays a key role, because it is in effect the cycle’s leading edge. Seen from front-on, the frame is almost hidden by the fork.

Indexed stemComposed of 2 compressed carbon arms and an aluminium collar. it is adjustable by rotation of the carbon arms and offers two starting position options. The association between the fork and the stem pro-vides excellent stiffness and precise steering.

e-POST R32Entirely insulated from the

frame by elastomers, it provides a high degree of

comfort by absorbing vibra-tion. in the triathlon version it is reversible, and can be

adjusted by 32 mm forwards or backwards.

Tara Whitten

2010 and 2011Omnium World Champion 2010 Track World Champion on points

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in March 2011, grégory Baugé wrote a new page in track history: he won his 3rd consecutive World Speed Championship, the most sought-after track title.

His new weapon was a 496 fitted with a ZED crankset modified for track racing. At only 420 grammes, the lightest track crankset in the world is nevertheless twice as stiff as its competitors! Aerodynamics have been optimised to ensure better CX (air penetration coefficient).

in the search for ever greater stiffness, LOOK has once again stolen a march on its competitors.

496 THe TRACK’SFORMULA ONe

496 FrameAerodynamic and rigid frame, single piece carbon. Weighs only 1700gr.

One-piece construction This frame’s one-piece construction ensures excellent stiffness for all the tubes, especially the bottom bracket area. The BB65 bottom bracket is «embedded» in the carbon so as to tolerate the harsh acceleration it is subjected to.

«Integrated» basesThe overall stiffness is increased by the method of fitting the bases together. They are not only over-sized but integrated into the circumference of the bottom bracket.

496 vitesse stemThe aluminium 496 stem is exceptionally stiff. its angle can be fine-tuned using the toothed spacer system. The stem / handlebar connection is extra wide to increase stability even more. Lateral stiffness is also provided by the external handlebar collars.

Offset forkThe fork’s new design and 100% carbon structure, giving it improved lateral stiffness, provides outstanding CX (air penetration coefficient) and stability.

ZeD

5657

«This bike is nothing like the others. It will be a real weapon at the Olympic Games, where the battle will be fought as much on technology as on sporting ability.»

Grégory Baugé

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This track frame was originally intended for cycling schools and takes on the characteristics of a track champion, the 496. it originates from the geometry of the 496. The use of aluminium is adapted to track riders wishing to train in the best conditions and fully benefit from LOOK’s experience.

AL 464 ANOTHeR APPROACH TO TRACK RACING

P

AL 464P FrameTop quality 6061 aluminium, to make no concessions over lightness. 1,600 g.

GeometryDerived from the 496, the track champion.

Diagonal tube Oversize tube for enhanced

frame stiffness. good aerodynamic performance.

Fork 100% reinforced carbon to meet the demands of track racing. Extra light and sturdy, its aerodynamic profile reduces turbulence to a minimum.

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MTB

STA

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REACH

GeOMeTRy // TRACK

596 Axe-axe réel

Axe-axe virtuel

Axe-haut Recul virtuel

Recul réel

Limite coupe

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L A partir du hautdu tube

Axe - hautminimum

XS 440 475 640 200 35 515 507 574 68 123 114 43 405 60 71,5 75 122 67 368 150 490S 440 515 660 220 75 530 515 587 64 133 114 43 405 60 72 75 122 106 368 150 510M 440 545 700 260 105 550 533 600 58 141 114 43 405 60 73 75 152 133 368 150 550L 440 565 750 310 125 565 546 615 58 146 114 43 405 60 73 75 152 153 368 150 600

596 TRACK Axe-axe réel

Axe-axe virtuel

Axe-haut Recul virtuel

Recul réel

Limite coupe

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L A partir du hautdu tube

Axe - hautminimum

XS 440 475 640 200 35 515 + 42

507 + 42

574 68 123 114 43 390 50 71,5 75 122 67 368 150 490

S 440 515 660 220 75 530 + 42

515 + 42

587 64 133 114 43 390 50 72 75 122 106 368 150 510

M 440 545 700 260 105 550 + 42

533 + 42

600 58 141 114 43 390 50 73 75 152 133 368 150 550

L 440 565 750 310 125 565 + 42

546 + 42

615 58 146 114 43 390 50 73 75 152 153 368 150 600

496 TRACK Axe-axe réel

Axe-axe virtuel

Axe-haut Recul virtuel

Recul réel

Standover

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L Milieu tube - sol

XS 490 490 513,2 23,2 30 516 508 562 64 130 123 40 380 50 74,5 74,75 90,5 - 368 745S 510 510 563,2 53,2 0 535 535 558 58 136 136 34 380 50 74,5 74,25 101,5 - 368 779M 540 540 593,2 53,2 0 560 560 583,5 58 144 144 34 380 50 74,5 74 130,5 - 368 807

AL 464 P Axe-axe réel

Axe-axe virtuel

Axe-haut Recul virtuel

Recul réel

Standover

H A2 A1 A Accomp Sloping B B’ C D E E’ F g HAV i J K KO L Milieu tube - sol

XS 450 490 530 80 -40 520 506 564.5 61.8 120 120.5 43 402 49 73 73.5 121 89 368 760.7S 470 510 550 80 -40 540 526 568 50 125 126 43 402 49 73.5 73.5 135 103 368 780M 500 540 580 80 -40 565 550.5 593 50 133.5 134 43 402 49 73.5 73.5 165 133 368 808.5L 520 560 600 80 -40 585 570.5 613 50 139 139.3 43 402 49 73.5 73.5 185 153 368 828

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920 : Precision through integration 920 TeCHNOLOGy

Did you think that a full suspension MTB was short on stiffness? That integration was reserved for road bikes? That a kinematic drive caused a pumping effect? Change your mind with the new 920.

LOOK is launching an entirely new generation of full suspension mountain bikes which are lightweight, stiff and offer amazing performances. For afficionados of exciting descents as well as cyclists looking for high climbing performance, LOOK offers a frame with clearance of 120 mm and geometry allowing for a «competition» position.After bringing integration to road bikes, LOOK is now doing the same for mountain bikes with its A-Stem, providing optimal steering accuracy. LOOK’s expertise in designing carbon frames is exploited to the full with the 920: here the stays are used as the pivot point, taking full advantage of the elasticity of the carbon. The result: a pivot point that is more rigid laterally and easier to service.

Integrated A-STEM The 920 innovates by incorporating our Direct Drive concept in its MTB version. The Direct Drive concept corresponds to the optimisation of all the steering station’s parameters in the aim of bringing maximal rigidity, reliability and safety to reach a maximum performance level. We arrive at this result through the use of a short and conical head tube 11/2” below and 11/8” above and the suppression of spacers since the adjustment of the handlebars’ height is now done through the use of our A-Stem reversible length setting the sections of which were clearly defined to optimise steering accuracy.

Single-pivot kinematics with “flex” stays 120mm clearance.The kinematics of the 920 is of single-pivot type with tip over rocker.

The main pivot point was precisely positioned to obtain the desired rear wheel path, the geometry and the position of the rocker were subject to long hours of work and of numerous tests to obtain the shock absorption ratio curves and thus the desired progress for the work of the rear suspension, resulting in successful kinematics presenting easiness, a high level of rigidity and an exemplary behaviour.

Our experience in the use of carbon allowed us to continue further: we replaced the pivot point located on the stays by an accurately calculated flat section that allows us to do without rolling bearing axes there, the stays bend when the suspension operates offering an unequalled level of reliability. We thus obtain a laterally more rigid stays pivot point, which is easier and does not require more maintenance.

920 Carbon Kit :Carbon rockerThe carbon rocker allows a gain of 50gr in relation to its aluminium counterpart, it is the final optimisation touch for this upper range version of the 920 on which every ounce counts.

ProtectionsOnce again, LOOK has not overlooked the protection of your MTB frame, the 920 thus has our moulded metallic protection in the diagonal tube, we have added a cable guide under the bottom bracket that acts as a “shoe” as in motorcycles as well as an aluminium protection on the right base at plates level to prevent damaging the carbon in case of chain lifts.

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920 NATURALLy INTeGRATeD

920 FrameAll VHM carbon, full suspension frame. 120 mm clearance.One-piece front triangle, asymmetric rear triangle.

A-StemThe application of our Direct Drive concept: the optimisation of the steering position through integration of a reversible stem.

KinematicsAnti-pumping, anti kickback mono-pivot drive with rocker tie-rod. Replacement of the traditional pivot point with a flattened section on the stays, which flex when the suspension is operating.

920 Carbon Kit : Carbon rocker, seat post and shock absorber.

All the 920 Carbon Kit accessories have been optimised to achieve this ultra light version.

920 : aluminium rocker, seat post and shock absorber

«Mega Flex»stays

Replace the traditional pivot point thanks to the

natural flexibility of carbon.

ProtectionsMetallic protection moulded in the diagonal tube, which increases impact resistance by over 60% without added weight. Aluminium protection on the right base, level with the chainrings, to prevent damage to the carbon in the event of chainsuck.

Model shown :920 KIT CARBONMat finish

Model above : 920 glossy finish

With the 920, LOOK is offering a new generation of full suspension MTBs: a full carbon frame for exceptional lateral stiffness and lightness, with a drive allowing 120 mm of clearance for exciting descents and high performance climbs! The new height-adjustable A-stem handlebar stem guarantees absolute steering precision.

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986 PeRFORMANCe & RIGIDITy

986 FrameMixed one-piece carbon / tube to tube frame: one-piece front triangle for greater lightness.Base and stays connected using tube-to-tube technology for high strength.

e-POST R5Entirely insulated from the frame by elastomers, it provides a high degree of comfort by absorbing vibration. in the MTB version it is reversible, and can be adjusted by 5 mm forwards or backwards.

DCSC bases and staysDual Comfort and Stiffness Concept.Tubes flattened to provide better vertical flexibility. Results: improved comfort, better driveability and increased lateral stiffness for optimum pedalling effectiveness.

ProtectionsMetallic protection moulded in the diagonal tube, which increases impact resistance by over 60% without added weight. Aluminium protection on the right base, level with the chainrings, to prevent damage to the carbon in the event of chainsuck.

BB 30Oversize bottom bracket to improve energy transfer without compromising lightness.

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The 986 is a hardtail that combines comfort and performance. This exceptional combination is made possible by its rear triangle, designed to heighten comfort, and the new LOOK A-stem handlebar stem which ensures excellent steering accuracy. The front of the bike has been modified to integrate the know-how acquired during development of the 920. The use of carbon gives stiffness and lightness, making the 986 ideal for cross-country, whether in competition or touring. For more versatility, the 986 is available with a choice of seat post: the integrated LOOK E-Post or standard non-integrated post.

«This is an MTB bike designed for speed, with no time to admire the scenery or ride along slow single-track paths: the LOOK 986 is a

magnificent thrills machine.» «vélo Tout Terrain, April 2011

«This LOOK is a finely tuned weapon. The 986 goes like a bomb and is impressively efficient» «

vélo vert, May 2011

Model above : 986 RSP BLACK / ReDglossy finish

Model shown:986 ePOST BLACK WHITeMatt finish

A-StemThe application of our Direct Drive concept: the optimisation of the steering position through integration of a reversible stem.

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QUARTZ Technology

58,4 mm

With Quartz pedals, LOOK brings solutions to all the constraints that micro-cleat MTB pedals can present: pressing area, weight, stability, evacuation of mud and settings adapted to crampons.

The design of the Quartz is simply revolutionary:

our engineers developed a spring-less concept based on elastic deformation that allows having a pedal with an airy design for optimal evacuation of mud and good stability.

The pressing area is by far the greatest for pedals of its category, also contributing to its stability. The stability is finally optimised by a cleat adjustment system unique in its type. A raiser system that comes with the pedals allows shoes’ crampons to always be in contact with the body of the pedal, and whatever brand of shoes.

Finally, to answer weight requirements, LOOK uses for the Quartz Carbon Ti and Quartz Carbon models, injected carbon, to make a body extremely resistant to the cyclist’s and the ground’s solicitations. This technology, that has already proven itself on Keo road pedals, is a reference in this sector.

Plateform surface area: 380 mm2Contact surface area: 58,4 mm

Large surface area whatever shoe model for better comfort and greater pedalling efficiency. One of the lightest pedal of its category. excellent mud evacuation thanks to its coil spring-less design. Great reliability and durability: dual seals, injected carbon body, oversized Ti axle (steel axle for the Quartz Carbon and Quartz version). Weight per pedal & weight for a pair with cleat and hardware : Quartz Carbon Ti : 120g / 278 g – Quartz Carbon : 135 / 308g – Quartz : 140g / 318g

QUARTZ CARBON TI

Also available withCrmo axle :QUARTZ CARBON

QUARTZ RED

QUARTZ WHiTE

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QUARTZSURFACe AReA FOR MAXIMUM POWeR

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The various spacers (0,5, 1.0 and 2.0 mm) included with the QUARTZ pedals allow for precise fitting to different types of shoes.

Ralph NÄF2010 Marathon

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APPAReL

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M 690 595 654 80 39 425 30 70 72,5 115 473 415 566 758 150 540L 740 625 684 80 39 425 30 70 72,5 131 473 440 585 765 150 590

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S 440 565 623 80 39 425 30 70 72,5 99 473 390 551 738

M 480 595 654 80 39 425 30 70 72,5 115 473 415 566 758

L 520 625 684 80 39 425 30 70 72,5 131 473 440 585 765

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XS 390 548 622 84 39 431 0 69,5 72,5 100 493 377 542 729

S 430 564 638 84 39 431 0 69,5 72,5 110 493 390 551 760

M 480 589 662 84 39 431 0 69,5 72,5 125 493 410 566 772

L 530 618 694 84 39 431 0 69,5 72,5 140 493 436 580 787

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This winter, LOOK is launching 3 product ranges that will meet cyclists’ every need.

ExcellenceA Hi-Tech range which uses a carbon fibre-based fabric: Resistex®. This fabric has many advantages: it maintains constant body temperature, limits perspiration, and reduces lactic acid concentration: apparel are cut anatomically to adapt to the cyclist’s riding position. Here, traditional seams are replaced by seals, to improve comfort. This season the Excellence range carries the colours of the LOOK logo, for a very trendy look.

UltraJust like the Excellence range, Ultra apparel are competition cut: anatomically styled to adapt to the cyclist’s riding position, with anatomic panels assembled by 3-point flat outer seams. The body-hugging fit ensures superb comfort and excellent support. An understated range, discretely decorated by LOOK. Available in versions for men and women.

ProTeamWith its modern graphics, stretch fabrics, breathable chamois skin and body-hugging cut that nevertheless allows a wide freedom of movement, this range is within reach of most riders. These products offer high comfort and excellent protection against the cold, together with excellent breathability.

eXCeLLeNCeWinter 2011 apparel

Jacket : Breathable, waterproof, thermoregulating membrane, elastic and fully wind insulating. Latest generation Resitex® carbon fibre membrane.

Long-sleeve jersey : WindStopper® outer layer, providing excellent protection against wind and rain, thermoregulating, elastic, and breathable.

Bib : Resitex® - carbon fibre ENDURANCE® high quality stretch chamois fabric, with high performance, antibacterial, anti-crush gel inserts. Responsive mesh on the straps for perfect hold, and enlarged back for better ventilation when worn with the jersey

Heat-sealed seams for greater lightness and comfort.

Knee protected by wind insulating membrane.

items available:• Long-sleeved jersey• Long-sleeved jacket

• Bib

Composition: Super Roubaix®, spandex, carbon.

Sizes: S - XXL - 1 colour: black

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ULTRA // womenULTRA // men

Jacket and long-sleeved jersey:

Anatomic textile panels assembled by 3-point flat outer seams.

Bib and knickers:

2-direction stretch fabric improved by patented technology to give it higher strength, added comfort and ease of cleaning.

The chamois fabric was developed after intensive research to create the most comfortable cycling shorts on the market. They ensure multidirectional stretch for maximum freedom of movement and protection against seat discomfort. They also ensure instant dispersal of perspiration and high breathability.

items available:• Long-sleeved jersey• Long-sleeved jacket

• Bib• Bib corsair shorts

Composition: 70% polyamide, 30% spandex.

Sizes: S - XXL - 3 colours: white / red / grey

Jacket and long-sleeved jersey:

Anatomic textile panels assembled by 3-point flat outer seams.

Bib and corsair shorts:

2-direction stretch fabric improved by patented technology to give it higher strength, added comfort and ease of cleaning.

The chamois fabric was developed after intensive research to create the most comfortable cycling shorts on the market. They ensure multidirectional stretch for maximum freedom of move-ment and protection against seat discomfort. They also ensure instant dispersal of perspiration and high breathability.

items available:• Long-sleeved jersey• Long-sleeved jacket

• Bib• Bib corsair shorts

Composition: 70% polyamide, 30% spandex.

Sizes: S - L - 1 colour: grey

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ACCeSSORIeSPRO TeAM

Jacket and long-sleeved jersey:

Made from highest quality fabric. LOOK branded anti-rise silicon line.

Bib :

Breathable, tough stretch fabric. The chamois fabric used for the Pro Team range ensures per-fect breathability and dispersal of perspiration even in the most extreme conditions.

items available:• Long-sleeved jersey• Long-sleeved jacket

• Bib

Composition: 70% polyamide, 30% spandex.

Sizes: S - XXL - 3 shades: white / red / grey

RAIN PROTeCTION jacket and trousers:

The RAiN COLLECTiON range is designed to confront the very worst weather conditions. They can be worn on their own, or over your usual cy-cling clothing. The purpose of this collection is to isolate cyclists from the rain, and is made from 100% impermeable materials with water-proofed seams. 100% polyester.

Waterproof and wind proof:Waterproof, elastic, breathable - PACK SySTEM: Easy to carry: folds completely into the sleeve - Wide back opening giving access to jersey pockets - collar adjusts with elastic at back of neck - translucent insert allows watch to be consulted without pulling up sleeve - Shades: translucent black and fluorescent yellow.

Composition: 100 % polyamide. Available sizes: S - 2 XL

Sleeveless windcheaterFluorescent yellow back for better visibility - wide back opening for access to jersey pockets - zipped chest pocket - reflecting motifs on back and sides - Colour: Black / fluorescent yellow

Available sizes: S - 2 XL

Composition:

100 % polyamide.

1 - WIND TeX GlovesColour : Black.Sizes available : from S to XL.

2 - WIND TeX GlovesSevere cold / 3 fingersColour : Black.Sizes available : from S to XL.

3 - MTB summer glovesColour : Black.Sizes available : from S to XL.

4 - Road summer glovesColour : Black.Sizes available : from S to XL.

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LUGGAGe

1 - Soft bicycle caseWith a large padded compartment + two big reinforced pockets for storing the wheels. Two rollers and long straps for easy carrying.

2 - ‘Hydration Bag’ backpackA large central pocket for a 2-litre water bag + three front pockets. Front reflective strip for better visibility.Very comfortable: adjustable, anatomical, padded straps + two padded strips for the back.

3 - Sports bagLarge central pocket comprising two padded compartments including room for a computer.Large zippable accessory pocket on front. Adjustable, removable carrying strap.

4 - RucksackLarge central pocket + two large front pockets. A side pocket hides access to storage for a bottle. A pocket on top contains a rain cover for the backpack. Very comfortable: adjustable, anatomical, padded straps + six wide padded cushions for the back.

5 - Roller backpackA large central compartment with a pocket for storing small accessories + two other pockets on top of the pack. Telescopic carrying handle. Reinforced bottom for greater wear resistance. Nylon lining.

6 - Large travel bag on rollersLarge capacity with its two central compartments and numerous pockets. Breathing mesh fabric to separate items. Elastic straps with rings to keep clothes in place. Smaller third compartment for miscellaneous items + fourth pocket accessible from outside the bag, for storage of shoes. Telescopic carrying handle. Reinforced bottom for greater wear resistance.

LOOK EQUiPEMENTThis season LOOK offers you a new range of baggage specially suited for cycling. it is just right for your daily training sessions, but you will also want to take it with you on your sporting or leisure trips.

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