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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Apple Watch Series 10: everything you need to know about Apple’s sleekest, brightest, and most feature-packed wearable yet
The new wearable has a larger display than the Ultra
By Matt Kollat Published
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Proton power: Wattbike’s latest bike lights up the at-home fitness scene
Wattbike’s Proton provides a spin class experience without the awkward eye contact
By Matt Kollat Published
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Finisterre just launched what surely is the best-looking fleece jacket in history – just in time for the cold season
The brand's latest fleece is the must-have jacket for winter warmth and style
By Matt Kollat Published
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Can a smartwatch be fancier than your dress watch? Withings thinks so
What happens when a smartwatch dresses better than you? Meet the ScanWatch Nova Brilliant
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple Watch Ultra 3: What we know so far – prepare for subtle surprises!
Apple’s toughest watch just got a whole lot more intriguing
By Matt Kollat Published
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Best camping knife 2024: tack-sharp tools to tackle the Great Outdoors
Which is the best camping knife? We tested all available now, from fixed blades to all-purpose multitools
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Best road bike 2024: dominate the asphalt
Reach your cycling goals with the perfect blend of speed and comfort
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Best drones for beginners 2024: take to the skies with ease
Best beginner drones ranked: these high-quality, easy-to-use drones will have you airborne in no time
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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Amazfit T-Rex 3 is rugged enough to survive your next adventure and probably the one after that
Amazfit’s new smartwatch has a 27-day battery, dual GPS, 170+ sport modes, and advanced fitness features
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple Watch SE 3: what we know so far and all the features we would like to see
The future of the Apple Watch SE is looking bright (and maybe a little plastic)
By Matt Kollat Published
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Unistellar's new telescope tech reveals the universe's hidden colours
Vivid Vision Signal Processing transforms stargazing by revealing the true colours and details of the universe with unmatched clarity
By Matt Kollat Published
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DJI Neo brings powerful drone tech to your palm
The small drone offers huge creative possibilities for everyday creators
By Matt Kollat Published
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Best resistance bands 2024 for home workouts, pull-ups and more
Using the best resistance bands, you can tone muscles, improve flexibility and even supplement strength training
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Last updated
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Zwift 10th anniversary update delivers new worlds, enhanced HUD, and improved challenges
Zwift celebrates the important milestone in style with a heap-load of updates
By Matt Kollat Published
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Zwift’s new Smart Frame rides solo, and it’s here to complete your indoor setup
Zwift takes the training wheels off with its new standalone Ride Smart Frame option
By Matt Kollat Published
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Best GoPro 2024: capture all the action like a pro
Capture every moment, from epic adventures to everyday excitement, with the perfect GoPro setup
By Matt Kollat Last updated
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GoPro launches affordable Hero action camera with 4K resolution, 100-minute runtime and HyperSmooth stabilisation
The Hero is the perfect companion to help you live out loud
By Matt Kollat Published
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GoPro Head of Product Pablo Lema: “It’s easy to make a camera, but it’s hard to make a great GoPro”
I went behind the scenes with Pablo Lema to talk about all things GoPro
By Matt Kollat Published
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GoPro Hero 13 Black review: a Mod-tastic marvel for creative thrill-seekers
A fantastic camera with innovative features and creative potential, but its upgrades may feel unnecessary for casual users
By Matt Kollat Published
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Best exercise bike 2024 for at-home cardio workouts and spin sessions
The best exercise bike for everything, from quick home workouts to serious ride training
By Bryony Firth-Bernard Last updated
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This new adventure bag from Peak Design might just replace every backpack you own
Peek inside Peak Design’s latest releases
By Matt Kollat Published
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This cycling helmet folds down to less than a laptop – and that’s not even the best part
Ventete’s inflatable headgear is a breath of fresh air in urban mobility
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple AirPods 4: what we know so far about the upcoming premium headphones and all the features we would like to see
Will Apple revolutionise our listening experience once again?
By Matt Kollat Published
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Apple AirPods Max 2: what we know so far about the upcoming premium headphones and all the features we would like to see
With the competition heating up, will Apple's new AirPods Max 2 deliver our sky high expectations?
By Matt Kollat Published