What immediately strikes me when I unpack the helmet is its unique design. It is matt black at the back and glossy black at the front. So shiny that you can almost see your reflection in the helmet. A little strange for me, but after a short time you get used to it and with a mirrored goggle the helmet looks really cool! (Incidentally, the helmet is available in 4 different design variants, 2 of which are without a gloss finish).
Another remarkable detail is the very low weight. At 395 grams (size M), the Clark really is one of the lighter helmets on the market. Beanie ready, i.e. without ear pads and liner, you save another 70 grams. However, the helmet is still very solid and the workmanship is top-notch in every respect!
The closure does away with the classic clip and uses a magnetic, self-locking locking mechanism, which is new to me. The advantage is said to be the simplicity of operation and so, with a little practice, the helmet can be opened and closed easily with one hand. But the best way to see exactly how it works is to take a look at the photos!
Tester & test conditions
I use the helmet in size M. Outside, I mainly go freeriding and ski touring, but also sometimes on the slopes. For me, a helmet should not only be safe, but should also be well ventilated and "practical" in addition to a good fit and low weight. I tested the helmet for about 30 days. Mainly in lift-assisted use, as the snow was still too scarce for touring. The conditions ranged from plus degrees in sunshine and spring firn to doomsday-like scenes at -20 degrees and snowstorms.
Fit & ventilation
A small wheel at the back of the helmet allows it to be quickly adjusted to the respective head circumference. With a good adjustment of the chin strap, the helmet sits perfectly on the head so that nothing wobbles or slips. I can't really say much about wearing comfort - due to the low weight, you don't even notice most of the time that you have a helmet on!
