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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Apple Watch blood oxygen drama takes another twist as legal fight shifts in Apple’s favourA fresh ruling keeps the dispute alive, but Apple’s workaround means the Apple Watch can carry on as usual
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Fitbit just crossed a line – Your medical records are now part of your fitness trackerGoogle is taking its health integration plans to the next level
By Matt Kollat Published
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On doesn’t want you to throw your running shoes away anymoreThe Swiss brand is replacing its subscription model with a new system that buys back your old gear
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Heritage outdoor brand Keela just turned some of the most iconic Scottish landscapes into wearable gearThe 16-piece range celebrates the country’s beautifully rugged terrain
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Hydro Flask’s new cooler is doing something YETI never didThe redesigned Carryout range blends structured design, modular carry and sustainability in a way even YETI’s viral tote hasn’t quite managed
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Patagonia's new base layer blocks 97.5% of UV rays and still keeps you coolThe Capilene Cool Sun range blends airflow, sweat-wicking and built-in UV protection in a way most summer gear doesn’t
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Patagonia’s boldest colours are suddenly cheaper at REI right nowThese Patagonia deals at REI stand out for all the right shades
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Garmin’s most ambitious smartwatch just became a lot easier to justifyGarmin quietly cuts the price of its MicroLED smartwatch in the UK
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Amazfit is about to flood 2026 with new watches and it has Garmin in its sightsThe wearable brand is pushing into premium territory, ramping up launches, and building a full training ecosystem
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GoPro just teased incredible “next-generation” footage and it doesn’t look like it was shot on an action cameraShallow depth of field, macro detail and low-light performance hint at something very different from the GoPro we know
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Salomon’s trail running dominance just got a serious challenger from Iceland66°North shifts focus from shells to summer-ready performance gear designed for the trail and beyond
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Mammut told people to ditch outdoor gear in the city – now it’s doing the oppositeA new collaboration with Hiking Patrol shows how even alpine-first brands are embracing everyday wear
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Nike just put its Swoosh on Beats earbuds for the first timeTwo icons collide in a design that pushes Beats further into sport culture territory
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Garmin adds WhatsApp support so its watches can finally reply like an Apple WatchYou can now read, reply and react to WhatsApp messages straight from your Garmin smartwatch
By Matt Kollat Published
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Your favourite outdoor jackets may soon be insulated with recycled clothing wasteA new insulation material aims to transform discarded textile waste into high-performance warmth for jackets and outdoor gear
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Apple just partnered with the London Marathon and it could signal big plans for the Apple WatchThe tech giant has become an official partner of the world-famous race, hinting at deeper ambitions in the running space
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple AirPods Max 2 just dropped but these 5 headphones might be the smarter buySony, Bose, Sennheiser and others offer strong alternatives to Apple’s latest premium cans
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Apple just dropped AirPods Max 2 out of nowhere and they finally get the upgrade fans wantedThe surprise launch arrives just days after Apple’s busy March hardware announcements, bringing the H2 chip and several new features to the luxury over-ear headphones
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RUX's Patagonia Black Hole rival opens like a box to fix the biggest problem with duffel bagsThe new Duffel Box replaces traditional zips with a clever roll-top system and a self-standing design
By Matt Kollat Published
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EcoFlow’s new affordable and rugged power station automatically charges itself before stormsStorm Guard mode automatically prepares the DELTA 3 Classic's battery ahead of severe weather
By Matt Kollat Published
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DJI Avata 360 launch heats up the 360º drone race as Antigravity A1 gets its biggest discount yetInsta360-incubated drone brand is trying to take the wind out of DJI's sails
By Matt Kollat Published
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This legendary Icelandic outdoor brand just entered Arc’teryx territory with its Gore-Tex Pro shell built for brutal weatherThe new Tindur shell is 66°North’s most technical jacket yet
By Matt Kollat Published
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Solo Stove takes aim at YETI with a cooler that doubles as a portable air conditionerThe smokeless fire pit brand is expanding into coolers, cooking gear and more
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Dometic takes on YETI with a modular drinkware system offering 400 combinationsThe outdoor tech brand’s new bottle ecosystem lets you swap lids, grips and straps to build a setup that fits your day
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