Pat Kinsella
Author of Caving, Canyoning, Coasteering…, a recently released book about all kinds of outdoor adventures around Britain, Pat has spent 20 years pursuing stories involving boots, bikes, boats, beers and bruises. En route he’s canoed Canada’s Yukon River, climbed Mont Blanc and Kilimanjaro, skied and mountain biked through the Norwegian Alps, run an ultra across the roof of Mauritius, and set short-lived records for trail-running Australia’s highest peaks and New Zealand’s Great Walks. He’s authored walking guides to Devon and Dorset, and once wrote a whole book about Toilets for Lonely Planet. Follow Pat’s escapades on Strava here and Instagram here.
Latest articles by Pat Kinsella
The best trekking poles 2024: take the pressure off when you're out on the trails
By Berne Broudy, Pat Kinsella last updated
We've tested the best trekking poles to help you pick the right pair to add balance, stability and speed to your stride on every adventure
1000 Mile Fusion Socklet Repreve 2024 review: baby these were born to run
By Pat Kinsella published
Double-lined and well-padded, 1000 Mile Fusion Socklet Repreve 2024s are comfortable running on all kinds of terrain
Best hiking pants 2024: don't let winter slow you down with our top trail trousers
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We tested the best hiking pants and trekking trousers to help you choose the right pair, whether you're facing down the steepest peaks or just out for a woodland stroll
Columbia Hazy Trail Waterproof Walking Trousers review: the damp busters
By Pat Kinsella published
Highly functional and well-featured, Columbia Hazy Trail Waterproof Walking Trousers are fairly affordable rain pants for drizzly days on hazy trails
The best waterproof jackets 2024: shrug off the deluge with a top quality hard shell
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We've tested the best waterproof jackets in the very worst weather, to help you find the perfect hard shell for your needs
Montane Protium XPD Fleece Jacket review: the right fluff
By Pat Kinsella published
Snug as a bug, the Montane Protium XPD Fleece is a delightfully warm and comfortable, deep-pile, mid-weight jacket made with mostly recycled material
Montane Anti-Freeze XT Hoodie review: super-warm, cleverly-designed jacket ideal for the coldest adventures
By Pat Kinsella published
A chunky monkey of a puffer jacket, the Montane Anti-Freeze XT Hoodie is packed full of recycled down to offer exceptional warmth
The best windbreakers 2024: beat the weather and stay warm outdoors
By Pat Kinsella published
Our pick of the best windproof jackets for keeping gales, gusts and breezes at bay, and preventing windchill from ruining your adventure
The best trail running shoes 2024: get a grip on winter's trickiest terrain
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We've picked out the best trail running shoes to keep you one course through the toughest conditions this season
Salomon Genesis trail running shoes review: the lower-priced version of the S/Lab Genesis is still a great shoe
By Pat Kinsella published
A robustly built mountain-running shoe, the Salomon Genesis excels on rugged trails and provides a comfortable ride on a range of terrain
Montane Fury Fleece Jacket review: a stylish, superstretchy top for intense outdoor activities
By Pat Kinsella published
The trim-fitting Montane Fury Fleece’s fantastic stretch and breathability make it ideal for energetic outdoor activities – but is it a fleece or a softshell?
Columbia Lost Lager II Beanie review: a chunky, cozy head-hugger
By Pat Kinsella published
The warm, relaxed-fit Columbia Lost Lager II hiking and après snow sports beanie is made from entirely recycled material
The best camping towels 2024: get dry at festivals, camps, and while backpacking
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We've tested heaps of camping towels to bring you this definitive list of the best ones for all your outdoor activities
The best hiking boots 2024: serious protection for all your outdoor adventures
By Pat Kinsella last updated
Our selection of the best hiking boots available now, whether you're looking for top notch waterproofing, ground-breaking innovation, or simply to save money
Danner Mountain 600 Insulated winter boots review: outstanding warmth and waterproofing
By Pat Kinsella published
A sturdy, trail-ready winter boot, the Danner Mountain 600 boasts an excellent Vibram sole and a toasty warm lining
Columbia Men’s Outdoor Tracks Hooded Technical Fleece Jacket review: keep toasty on the trails
By Pat Kinsella published
The warm and versatile Columbia Men’s Outdoor Tracks Hooded Technical Fleece Jacket is armed with Omni-Heat technology
Haglöfs LIM ZT Trek GTX PRO Jacket review: coat or weatherproof force-field?
By Pat Kinsella published
For hiking in the most horrendous conditions, the Haglöfs LIM ZT Trek GTX PRO Jacket is an extraordinarily weatherproof shell
Columbia Maxtrail Midweight Warm walking pants review: versatile, hardworking troopers
By Pat Kinsella published
Highly functional, no-frills and windproof, Columbia Maxtrail Midweight Warm walking pants are ideal for everyday walking
The best running backpacks 2024: for everything you need on the move
By Pat Kinsella last updated
The best running backpacks give you storage, freedom of movement and features built for speed
KEEN Zionic Waterproof Hiking Boots review: fast and furious, but not so protective
By Pat Kinsella last updated
Fast footwear for zipping along less-technical trails, KEEN Zionic Waterproof Hiking Boots prioritize pace over protection and feature recycled materials
Merrell Moab 3 Gore-Tex hiking shoes review: comfortable and robust
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We review Merrell's Moab 3 Gore-Tex: suede hiking shoes for proper walking that I found were instantly comfortable and capable for mile after mile
Rab Borealis Softshell Jacket review: an impressive rock climbing jacket that’s not just for rock climbers
By Pat Kinsella published
A super-stretchy softshell, the Rab Borealis is designed for rock climbers, hill clamberers and trail ramblers
BAM 73 Zero Recycled Fleece Jacket review: impeccable green credentials and a great jacket too
By Pat Kinsella published
100% recycled, 100% recyclable, 100% warm, the BAM 73 Zero Recycled Fleece Jacket is an impressive garment as well as being environmentally sound