Matt Kollat is a journalist and content creator for T3.com and T3 Magazine, where he works as Active Editor. His areas of expertise span wearables, drones, action cameras, running and cycling gear, fitness equipment, nutrition and outdoor kit. He joined T3 in 2019.
In his role, Matt looks after all things fitness, outdoors and wearables – anything that gets you moving and keeps you healthy. His coverage includes running and training shoes, smartwatches and multisport watches, fitness trackers, sports headphones, home gym equipment, action cameras, drones and outdoor gear.
Originally hired to write across T3’s Living and Fitness verticals, Matt quickly gravitated towards health, fitness and outdoor tech, eventually becoming one of the web’s go-to voices in the space. He regularly interviews designers, executives and engineers from leading brands including Garmin, Apple, Nike, Samsung and Strava, and contributes long-form features and in-depth interviews to T3 Magazine.
Matt is particularly interested in how technology can make sport, health and the outdoors more accessible and enjoyable, and believes the best gear is the kind you forget you’re wearing once you start moving.
His career highlights include co-hosting the Fit Mentality Podcast, judging the Fit&Well Awards and TechRadar Choice Awards in 2021, and serving as a judge for the ESSNAwards in 2022. He also appeared as a guest on Voice FM’s The Technology Show in 2026.
Away from the desk, Matt has completed multiple marathons and endurance challenges, including the Mongol 100 ultramarathon, the London, Paris and Loch Ness marathons, and the New Forest Half Marathon. He is also an enthusiastic mountain explorer, with Cortina d’Ampezzo in the Dolomites among his favourite destinations.
Matt runs a YouTube channel, Pace Max Pro, where he reviews fitness and outdoor gadgets and shares training insights. When he isn’t testing gadgets or working out, he’s usually roaming the countryside with a camera in hand.
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Robotic hiking legs have officially entered the mainstream – Hypershell’s upgraded exoskeleton is now available in the UKThe upgraded three-model range promises more natural assistance and improved comfort
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The North Face’s new Y2K trainer looks ready for the trail, but it’s designed for a very different kind of adventureThe Clyffe Ultra combines early-2000s styling with approach-shoe grip and everyday cushioning
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Arc’teryx’s new GORE-TEX boot has a clever dual-purpose sole for slippery climbs and steep descentsThe new Konseal Trek pairs waterproof protection with a grippy Vibram outsole and extra support for demanding terrain
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This folding treadmill fits under your desk, climbs to 12% and costs less than a third of the price of an iPhone 17Urevo’s new two-in-one treadmill transforms from an under-desk walking pad into an incline trainer for less than £250 / $220
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This new waterproof jacket from a coveted Swedish outdoor brand promises to bridge the awkward gap between technical outdoor gear and everyday clothingThe lightweight Treeline HIPE 2.5L Shell combines everyday styling with waterproof, windproof protection
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Hoka’s got a new rival as one of America’s fastest-rising running brands unveils a Kevlar-reinforced ultra-trail shoeThe Olympus 275 HiLo combines a lighter, softer midsole with a Kevlar-reinforced upper and Vibram’s grippiest trail outsole
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Hoping your next smartwatch will have a replaceable battery? The EU has bad newsSmartwatches and fitness trackers will no longer need user-replaceable batteries under the EU’s incoming rules
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Adidas just made its premium trail running shoe cheaper and a lot more versatileThe Terrex Agravic SL borrows Lightstrike Pro cushioning from the brand's flagship trail racer and packages it in a lightweight shoe designed for everything from daily miles to technical trails
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HOKA's most popular running shoe just got softer with a new upper and a more comfortable fitThe latest Clifton 11 doesn't reinvent the concept, but the updates aim to make every mile feel even smoother
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I'm an outdoor expert, and these are the first 12 things I'd do to make my hiking backpack less heavy before buying any ultralight hiking gearThe packing tweaks you need can make your next hike more comfortable (without costing a penny)
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Garmin updates its newest Forerunner watches with 18 fixes for Garmin Coach, music and moreThe latest Forerunner 570 and 970 beta update squashes bugs and enhances features – here's what's new
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One of Garmin's most unique outdoor watches with luminescent analogue hands and solar charging hits its lowest-ever priceThe Instinct Crossover Solar costs nearly half as much as the Forerunner 570
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Xiaomi Watch S5 review: Premium design meets outstanding battery life at a great pricePremium hardware, reliable health tracking and battery life that just keeps going
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YETI just turned the humble drinks tub into a premium cooler that'll keep the party going all nightThe Tank 30 Beverage Tub combines an open-top design with YETI's signature insulation
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Hiking earlier isn't enough during a heatwave – here's what experienced hikers do insteadBeating the alarm clock is great, but staying safe and comfortable on the trail takes a lot more than an early start
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British eyewear brand SunGod just turned its bestselling sunglasses into a trail-running machineSunGod has upgraded its bestselling Classics4 with improved grip, stability and a limited-edition design
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Chinese tech giant teams up with French jewellery brand Les Néréides to turn earbuds into fashion accessoriesHuawei's latest FreeClip earbuds get a luxury makeover, pairing adaptive open-ear audio with jewellery-inspired styling
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Merrell is coming for Hoka with its carbon-plated trail shoe that exposes its biggest secret through the soleThe MTL SpeedARC Peak combines pod-like cushioning, a visible carbon plate and Vibram’s latest trail outsole
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Your sleeping bag is making you hotter in this heatwave – here's what to use instead, according to a camping expertYou don't need to buy a summer sleeping bag to get a better night's sleep outdoors
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The strangest outdoor accessory from a cult Japanese brand is now half price – and it's essential for any camping adventureSave your lips from burning for only £4
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One of Japan's coolest retailers just turned classic Disney cartoons into stylish everyday essentialsSeven Urban Research labels reinterpret classic Disney animated shorts with understated clothing, bags and accessories
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On's latest running event will send one London crew to a global final in Los AngelesThe Swiss running brand's global relay series lands in London next week
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ASICS just gave its trail super shoe a major overhaul with a new carbon plate and its bounciest foam yetThe Metafuji Trail 2 gets a new carbon plate, upgraded FF LEAP cushioning and a lower overall weight
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This Japanese-designed update gives a cult walking shoe a serious outdoor edgeBEAMS has given Mephisto's cult Match sneaker its first-ever MEPHI-TEX waterproof membrane
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