Pat Kinsella
Author of Caving, Canyoning, Coasteering…, a recently released book about all kinds of outdoor adventures around Britain, Pat Kinsella has been writing about outdoor pursuits and adventure sports for two decades. In pursuit of stories he’s canoed Canada’s Yukon River, climbed Mont Blanc and Kilimanjaro, skied and mountain biked across the Norwegian Alps, run ultras across the roof of Mauritius and through the hills of the Himalayas, and set short-lived speed records for trail-running Australia’s highest peaks and New Zealand’s nine Great Walks. A former editor of several Australian magazines he’s a longtime contributor to publications including Sidetracked, Outdoor, National Geographic Traveller, Trail Running, The Great Outdoors, Outdoor Fitness and Adventure Travel, and a regular writer for Lonely Planet (for whom he compiled, edited and co-wrote the Atlas of Adventure, a guide to outdoor pursuits around the globe). He’s authored guides to exploring the coastline and countryside of Devon and Dorset, and recently wrote a book about pub walks. Follow Pat's adventures on Strava and instagram.
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Best camping mat 2024: inflatable and foam sleeping pads ranked
We select the best camping mats for every occasion, from self-inflating pads to cheap and cheerful roll mats
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Best wellies for men 2024: waterproof boots for hiking, walking, and festivals
Find the best wellies for protecting your feet in any weather and during all kinds of activities
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Canyon Grizl:ON CF Daily review: from gravel to groceries, this ebike can do it all
One bike for every occasion, Canyon’s Grizl:ON CF Daily is a versatile steed that just rolls with it, from getting you to and from work to exploring trails on weekends
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Columbia Konos TRS OutDry Hiking Shoe review: three-season trail trampers with a twist
Constructed with Columbia’s innovative OutDry technology, these hiking hoofs repel water very differently to bog-standard walking boots and trekking shoes
By Pat Kinsella Published
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How to survive an ultramarathon
Fear and self-loathing (and lots of love and lessons learned) on the Montane Lakeland ultra, the UK’s equivalent of the UTMB
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Best flip flops for walking 2024: grippy footwear for summer strolls
Here are the best flip flops for walking to help you dodge aching ankles and blisters on your travels
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Best tent 2024 to get closer to nature
We rank the best tents, from simple 3- and 4-person shelters to luxurious tents for the whole family
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Best backpacking tents 2024: lightweight shelters for adventurous explorers
The best backpacking tents for fast, lightweight and comfortable adventuring in any season
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Best waterproof jackets 2024: Weather any storm
The best waterproof jackets and coats to keep you dry, whatever the weather
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Best walking shoes for men 2024: footwear from casual strolls to adventurous treks
The best walking shoes for men combine comfort, durability, and performance for every step
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Best pop up tent 2024: quick-pitch shelters for stress-free camping
The best pop up tents provide instant shelter on the beach, campsite or at a festival
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Vango Classic Instant 300 review: a festival-goer's dream tent
Super quick to pitch and pull down, this reasonably priced tent is spacious, tall and well-featured for festival use
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Is Columbia’s OutDry Extreme the best waterproof-breathable material that no one is using?
ODX hasn’t revolutionised the outdoor apparel world in the way its creators expected it to – but that could be about to change…
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Aku Trekker Lite III GTX review: the little black dress of hiking boots
The super comfortable, high-performing Aku Trekker Lite III GTX is a go-to winner for all kinds of hiking and backpacking
By Pat Kinsella Published
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No stupid questions: Should you take your pets camping?
It might make for great Instagram posts, but is it right to take dogs camping?
By Pat Kinsella Published
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No stupid questions: Can you clean a tent in a washing machine?
All outdoor gear gets grubby, including shelters – here’s how to clean a tent (and how not to)
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Gruezi Biopod DownWool Summer 185 review: lightweight luxury
An innovative, well-designed sleeping bag stuffed with a wonderfully comfortable, wet-resistant wool-and-down mix
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Vango F10 Neon UL1 review: an ultralight tent for fast forays on the wild side
Vango's solo tent is the ideal solo shelter for quick overnight hiking escapades, fastpacking and bikepacking
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Olight Baton 4 review: a miniature, mighty and super stylish lightsaber
Compact, capable and very cool – the Olight Baton 4 is a top tool for camping and everyday carry
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Berghaus Revolute Active Shoe review: trail-tackling waterproof walking shoes
Robustly built from recycled materials to a decent design, the waterproof Revolute Active is a workhorse of a walking shoe
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Lifesystems Intensity 300 LED Head Torch review: a bright light for a bargain price
Rechargeable, robust, reliable and simple to use – the Intensity 300 is a non-flashy highly functional head torch for overnight adventurers
By Pat Kinsella Published
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How environmentally friendly is fleece?
We love a good fleece, but are they good for the planet, and what can you do to lessen their negative impact?
By Pat Kinsella Published
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What's a shank? We explain the anatomy of a hiking boot
We sneak a peak under the hood of the humble hiking boot to find out how it works
By Pat Kinsella Published
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Montane Phase Lite Waterproof Jacket review: featherlight, weatherproof 3-layer shell
Completely wind and waterproof, the Phase Lite has your back in the worst weather and is lightweight and very easy to carry
By Pat Kinsella Published