
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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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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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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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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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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7 YETI deals in the Amazon Prime Day sale, from cheap Tundra coolers to affordable Ramble bottles
Here's what's hot in this year's Prime Sale
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
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Galaxy Watch 8 puts comfort first, but the real star is what’s under your skin
Samsung's latest wearable range has been officially revealed
By Matt Kollat Published
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The smart ring that suggests caffeine consumption window is getting $50 knocked off for Prime Day
The lightest smart ring gets a decent price cut for Amazon Prime Day
By Matt Kollat Published
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DJI just made its most useful gadget even better and now you can control it from your phone
The Power 1000 V2 adds app control, ultra-fast charging, UPS mode and smarter safety tech
By Matt Kollat Published
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Samsung is in smartwatch trouble, and the Galaxy Watch 8 might be its last hope
Will the Galaxy Watch 8 save Samsung’s declining smartwatch sales?
By Matt Kollat Published
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Garmin just gave Android users the free smartwatch upgrade they’ve been waiting for
Turn-by-turn Google Maps directions are now available on select Garmin watches
By Matt Kollat Published
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HOKA’s fastest trail shoe gets a MAAP makeover and it looks seriously sharp
It’s a collab built on mutual respect (and serious mileage)
By Matt Kollat Published
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GoPro has finally dropped the first official teaser for the long-awaited Max 2, and it’s literally sky-high
First official images of the new action camera surface online
By Matt Kollat Published
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It's Prime Day, but I'm shopping these 10 deals in the Carhartt Summer Sale instead
Time to score some cheap workwear that works well outside the shed, too
By Matt Kollat Published
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New Balance 471 brings retro runner energy to modern street style
Inspired by ’70s performance icons, this low-profile silhouette mixes vintage quirks with everyday wearability
By Matt Kollat Published
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Strava and Runna now offer a joint subscription and it’s cheaper than buying one pair of running shoes
Two months after acquiring Runna, Strava is rolling out its first joint membership
By Matt Kollat Published
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DJI’s latest gadget isn’t a drone but it could save your camping trip
DJI Power 2000 is basically a portable wall socket on wheels
By Matt Kollat Published
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6 unmissable summery Patagonia deals in REI-Co-op's 4th of July sale – ends soon!
You have a few more days to score a genuine Patagonia bargain
By Matt Kollat Published