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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New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14 review: Fresh kicks, no tricks
Upgrade or Skip? Here’s What You Need to Know About the New Balance Fresh Foam X 1080v14
By Matt Kollat Published
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Ribble’s Allroad Ti bike pushes titanium performance to new limits
The new Allroad Ti could be the ultimate titanium road bike
By Matt Kollat Published
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Foldable cycling helmets are here – and they fit in your bag
Newlane's sleek, packable design folds into itself, making it the single most convenient cycling helmet on the market today
By Matt Kollat Published
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Can climbing rope scraps change the future of winter gear?
Mammut's latest innovation repurposes industrial waste to create high-performance insulation for eco-conscious adventurers
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Has Suunto just beaten Garmin at its own game with this new workout tech?
Suunto's ZoneSense brings lab-grade workout insights straight to your wrist
By Matt Kollat Published
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Best folding treadmills 2024 to get you fit with limited space at home
The best folding treadmills can boost your cardio and pack away neatly when not in use
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Last updated
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Is your Apple Watch ready? 11 reasons to upgrade to WatchOS 11 today
From personalized health insights to effortless translations – here’s why WatchOS 11 is the upgrade you can’t miss
By Matt Kollat Published
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Brompton G Line Design Lead Tom Kerr: "It looks like a Brompton, folds like a Brompton, but rides like nothing else”
Ride farther, fold faster, with the all-new G Line
By Matt Kollat Published
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Brompton Electric G Line review: Bigger wheels, bigger thrills
With the new Electric G Line, power meets portability in every fold
By Matt Kollat Published
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DJI Mini 4 Pro vs DJI Mini 3 Pro: which is the best sub-250g drone?
We’re hugely impressed with both of these sterling flyers, but one wins the dogfight and here’s why…
By Derek Adams Last updated
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Garmin Fenix 8 review: Adventure just got brighter
All-terrain power, now with a brighter edge
By Matt Kollat Published
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Is the Apple AirPods Pro 2’s Hearing Aid Mode a game-changer for accessibility? We asked an expert
Brent Lucas on how Apple’s AirPods Pro 2 could change the hearing aid industry
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple Watch Training Load: Everything you need to know
How to master your fitness with Apple Watch’s Training Load feature
By Matt Kollat Published
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I've spent four months with Strava’s AI-powered Athlete Intelligence feature – here's everything you need to know about
Can AI make me a better runner? There is only one way to find out
By Matt Kollat Published
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I tried Insta360’s Bike Tail Mount Kit, and this is everything you have to know about the new action camera accessory
Is it a must-buy or not?
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple Watch Series 10 vs Series 9: The complete comparison
Bigger, brighter, better? We compare the Apple Watch Series 9 and Series 10
By Matt Kollat Published
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DJI’s Amflow eMTB finally has a price: Can your wallet handle the ride?
High speed, high tech, and a higher price tag
By Matt Kollat Published
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PUMA Fast-RB review: the rule-breaking super shoe that redefines speed
Experience speed like never before with Puma's boldest shoe yet
By Matt Kollat Published
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Headphone giant Beats just dropped the hottest iPhone 16 accessory – and yes, it’s a case
Sign me up for the Sunset Purple colourway
By Matt Kollat Published
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Latest Garmin watch update brings good news for Forerunner owners
Upgrades, integrations and fixes galore
By Matt Kollat Published
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Shield your head and power your gadgets with EcoFlow’s new solar-powered hat
Who needs power banks when you’ve got a Power Hat?
By Matt Kollat Published
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Hoka Tecton X 3 review: lightweight speed meets serious off-road control
Engineered for speed and trail mastery, the Tecton X 3 is a real beast
By Matt Kollat Published
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Why Apple announcing fewer products than expected is a win for us all
Apple has taken a decisive step toward sustainability, and it’s a refreshing change
By Matt Kollat Published
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Is the GoPro Subscription worth it in 2024? Let’s break it down
Should you spend your hard-earned cash on a GoPro subscription? We ran the numbers
By Matt Kollat Published