
Matt Ray
Matt Ray is an outdoor journalist and photographer whose work appears in magazines and websites, including RedBull.com, Men’s Fitness and Nat Geo Traveller. He can find an adventure anywhere, from racing a mountain bike down a ski slope, to climbing under bridges in Edinburgh.
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 The Suunto Run made me rethink Garmin’s dominance in running wearablesI didn’t expect much from this budget Suunto watch, but now I’m a convert By Matt Ray Published 
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 What are approach shoes? And how are they different from walking shoes?Approach shoes are rugged, versatile outdoor shoes that go the extra (vertical) mile. Not sure if you need a pair? Here's a guide to what they're good for By Matt Ray Last updated 
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 Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX men's trail shoe reviewSalomon's X Ultra 4 GTX men's trail shoes take the best features of a trail runner and put them into a capable trekker By Matt Ray Last updated 
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 Scarpa Mescalito approach shoe reviewScarpa’s Mescalito shoes are a ideal for anyone looking to spice up their hikes with some scrambling, or even rock climbing – here’s how they performed By Matt Ray Last updated 
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 Berghaus Explorer FT Active GoreTex walking shoe review: a classic fast moverThe Berghaus Explorer FT Active GTX walking shoes build on the brand's rep for rock-solid stability but adds a speedy twist By Matt Ray Last updated 
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 Scarpa Mescalito vs Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX: two top techical hiking shoes comparedWe compare the Scarpa's Mescalito to the Salomon X Ultra 4 GTX, to see if a distance-focused approach shoe or a hybrid hiking shoe will suit you better By Matt Ray Published 
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 Merrell Agility Peak 4 vs Inov-8 Roclite 280: two pairs of shoes built for speedBoth the Merrell Agility Peak 4 and Inov-8 Roclite 280 are designed to help you move fast and light – but which is better? By Matt Ray Last updated 
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 8 wild camping hacks to take your trip to the next levelStrike out from the beaten path and discover a new sense of adventure with these tried and tested wild camping hacks By Matt Ray Published 
