
Matt Kollat
Matt Kollat is a journalist and content creator who works for T3.com and its magazine counterpart as an Active Editor. His areas of expertise include wearables, drones, action cameras, running and cycling gear, fitness equipment, nutrition and outdoor kit. He joined T3 in 2019.
As an Active Editor, he looks after all things fitness, outdoors and wearables – anything that gets you moving and keeps you fit and healthy will go through his hands. He covers running and workout shoes/gear, wearables (including smartwatches, multisport watches, fitness trackers and sports headphones), home gym equipment, action cams and drones, cycling gear (e.g. sunnies, helmets, etc.), sports supplements (protein powders and mass gainers), various outdoor equipment and more.
Hired initially as a writer for T3's Living and Fitness verticals in 2019, Matt quickly began writing about fitness-related things only when people realised he knew nothing about Hue lights or washing machines. As time went on and the more he immersed himself in all things health, fitness and outdoors, he became somewhat of an authority in those fields. One might say he's obsessed with those topics; even when he isn't at work, he reads outdoor gear reviews, watches workout videos and flies drones continuously.
His achievements include being the co-host of a short-lived fitness show called the Fit Mentality Podcast and a judge on the Fit&Well Awards 2021 and the Techradar Choice Awards 2021. He also judged the European Specialist Sports Nutrition Alliance's ESSNawards in 2022. Matt's superpower is to turn any conversation into a discussion about macronutrients and the best kettlebell exercises for shoulders, regardless of the original topic.
Through work and clearly because he has too much time on his hands, Matt completed many marathons and cycling adventures in the past. These include the Mongol 100, a multi-day ultramarathon, the London Marathon, the Paris Marathon, the Loch Ness Marathon, the New Forest Half Marathon and more. His next challenge is to cycle across the UK from east to west in a day.
He also dabbles with content creation and is keenly interested in all things audio and video. He has a YouTube channel called Pace Max Pro, where he – surprise! – reviews fitness and outdoor products and dishes out unsolicited training advice and tips. When he isn't working out, running, or cycling, you'll find him roaming the countryside and trying out new video/audio equipment.
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Too soft to handle? On's boldest running shoe lands with a plush twist
On just redefined what ‘soft’ means in running shoes
By Matt Kollat Published
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YETI’s rugged Daytrip line brings premium insulation to... lunch bags?!
Built like a tank, shaped like a sandwich box
By Matt Kollat Published
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Strava’s latest update fixes a problem you didn’t know you had
The brand just quietly overhauled one of its most-used features
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple rolls out advanced sleep features to its smartwatches in more countries
Sleep apnoea notifications are coming to Apple Watch users Down Under
By Matt Kollat Published
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I swapped my Forerunner for Garmin’s Apple Watch killer smartwatch, and I’m still not sure how I feel about it
Surprising design shift, big AMOLED screen, and serious fitness tracking prowess
By Matt Kollat Published
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Insta360 strikes early with massive X5 update ahead of DJI and GoPro 360° camera launches
Insta360 Summer Update supercharges the X5 with AdaptiveTone, longer battery life, and more
By Matt Kollat Published
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In an unexpected twist, Samsung quietly revives its oldest Wear OS smartwatch with the latest operating system
It was left out of the beta and presumed done, but Samsung’s original Wear OS watch is getting One UI Watch 8 after all
By Matt Kollat Published
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Today’s been scorching but not as hot as these last-minute Prime Day deals you can still get right now
As Prime Day draws to an end, there's still time to bag some excellent deals on gadgets
By Matt Kollat Published
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Gone tomorrow! The 'best smart ring' with advanced sleep tracking features falls to its lowest ever price on Prime Day
Oura Ring 4 has never been this cheap
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Last day! Galaxy Watch 8 can wait – its predecessor is £100 off at Amazon right now
Bag a 40 mm Samsung Galaxy Watch7 for one-third less on Prime Day
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Time's running out! T3 Awards-winner 8K action camera falls to lowest-ever price in Prime Day Sale
The Ace Pro 2 is a true GoPro competitor, and it's now cheaper than ever
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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ONLY 2 left in stock! Battery life bruiser Apple Watch Ultra 2 is £140 cheaper on Prime Day
Black Titanium Apple Watch Ultra just took a Prime Day price dive
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Apple’s next big Apple Watch upgrade might change how often we upgrade our wearables
Research shows that AI-powered data analysis can improve current-gen hardware
By Matt Kollat Published
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Struggling to hit 10,000 steps a day? This Prime Day shoe deal could change that
Merrell's T3 Awards-winning walking shoe is comfortable and waterproof, and now it's £60 off
By Matt Kollat Published
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I'm a Prime Day veteran, and these are the 16 smartwatch deals I'd recommend on the last day of the Amazon sale
From Garmin to Samsung via Apple and Oura, these are the top wearable deals to check on the last day of the Amazon Prime Day Sale
By Matt Kollat Published
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The fitness gadget I bought (and love) on Black Friday is in the Prime Day sale right now – but it might not be tomorrow
Therabody's SmartGoggles are my ultimate recovery tools and can send me to sleep in an instant
By Matt Kollat Published
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DJI's latest free software update unlocks a classic cinema move for one its affordable selfie drones
Dolly Zoom is coming to the DJI Flip
By Matt Kollat Published
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Adventure watch that puts Garmin Fenix to shame gets a £200 price cut – no Amazon Prime membership required
The Huawei Watch Ultimate should be on top of your smartwatch wishlist, especially for this price
By Matt Kollat Published
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"Great battery life. Easy to use with app" – Affordable Garmin-rival smartwatch receives big Prime Day discount
The Amazfit Active is £99 at full price, and now it can be yours for only £65
By Matt Kollat Published
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FREITAG’s cult messenger bag just got a high-fashion makeover with help from Paris design rebels
The limited-edition Études Studio x FREITAG F41 HAWAII FIVE-0 blends upcycled design with EU star power
By Matt Kollat Published
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'Impressively supportive' budget camping chair falls to an incredibly low price in Amazon Prime Day Sale
Helinox-rival Trekology's YIZI GO camping chair can be yours for a little over £20
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Nike Summer Sale is now on – 6 sneaker deals I'd recommend, from Air Max to Air Force Low and beyond
Sneakerheads, unite!
By Matt Kollat Published
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This speaker looks like it's made of concrete and sounds just as solid
Vollebak teams up with Bang & Olufsen to create a space-age speaker (and thermal jacket) you probably can’t afford, but will definitely want
By Matt Kollat Published
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Why the new 'Titanium Blue' Galaxy Watch Ultra might just be the best upgrade from Samsung's 2025 wearable lineup
The updated flagship wearable adds more storage and a new colour for the same price
By Matt Kollat Published