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

Montane Cetus Lite Waterproof Jacket review: the first chance to try out the brand’s new breathable waterproof tech
By Pat Kinsella published
A three-layer waterproof jacket made with recycled material and Montane’s new Petrichor membrane

The best waterproof jackets 2025: brave the elements with these top-rated hard and softshells
By Pat Kinsella last updated
Protect yourself against the weather with our edit of the best waterproof jackets that will keep you warm and dry

Berghaus Remote Hike 35 Rucsac review: a backpack that seems to be bigger on the inside
By Pat Kinsella published
A multifunctional daypack, the Berghaus Remote Hike 35 has enough storage for lightweight overnight adventures and lots of good features (but a baffling opening system)

Lifeventure Cotton Sleeping Bag Liner & pillow sleeve review: handy in all seasons and scenarios
By Pat Kinsella published
A full-body bag liner or use-alone summer sheet, the Lifeventure Cotton Sleeping Bag Liner has an integrated pillow case and odor control

Osprey Wildwater Dry Bag review: no fuss, no frills, just rugged reliability
By Pat Kinsella published
Robust and versatile, the Osprey Wildwater Dry Bag is ideal for protecting gear on wet walks and aquatic adventures along wild coasts and rivers

The best trail running shoes: get a grip on the trickiest terrain
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We've picked out the best trail running shoes to keep you on course whatever the conditions

The best fleece jackets: mid layers to keep you cozy in the backcountry
By Pat Kinsella last updated
We've tested the best fleece jackets to pinpoint the warmest, lightest and most eco-friendly options for your needs

AceBeam H15 2.0 flashlight review: an incredibly tough and powerful multi-tasking torch
By Pat Kinsella published
The super-versatile AceBeam H15 2.0 is a two-in-one flashlight-come-headlamp for hiking, camping and canoeing adventures

Salomon Amphib Bold 2 review: a stylish water shoe that’s not just for the water
By Pat Kinsella published
Good-looking and well-designed, the Salomon Amphib Bold 2 is a multi-element shoe that’s just at home on coastal trails as it is in the water

The best headlamps: tested and rated for hiking, camping and running
By Pat Kinsella last updated
The best headlamps illuminate your campsite nights, predawn summit raids and backcountry expeditions

Keen Drift Creek H2 sandals review: breathable, comfortable, robust and even (gasp) cool
By Pat Kinsella published
An all-terrain hiking sandal and water shoe, the Keen Drift Creek H2 properly supports your feet and protects your pinkies

Montane Men's Dart Lite T-Shirt review: super-lightweight and super-eco-friendly
By Pat Kinsella published
An ultralight top for all distances from park runs to ultras, the Montane Men's Dart Lite T-Shirt is made from 100% recycled material

Montane Men’s Slipstream 5-inch Trail Running Shorts review: doing their job perfectly
By Pat Kinsella published
These Montane Men’s Slipstream 5-inch Trail Running Shorts are ideal for trails and tribulations of all kinds

Montane Terra Lite Shorts review: when the sun’s out they let the breeze in
By Pat Kinsella published
These superlight Montane Terra Lite Shorts are ideal for summer strolls and hill hikes

Sitpack Campster II portable camping chair review: comfortable, stable and versatile
By Pat Kinsella published
The well-designed Sitpack Campster II is a speedy-to-assemble, use-anywhere chair

Montane Minimus Lite waterproof cap review: a running hat for all conditions
By Pat Kinsella published
A protective, downpour-proof cap, the Montane Minimus Lite keeps the sun and rain out of your face while running

Montane Gecko VP 12+ hydration vest review: in it for the really long runs
By Pat Kinsella published
The body-hugging Montane Gecko VP 12+ has plenty of pockets and all the bells and whistles required to see you safely through even the longest races

Jetboil Flash camping stove review: the supercharged way to heat water
By Pat Kinsella published
A jet-engine of a camping stove, the Jetboil Flash gets water bubbling quicker than a kettle on steroids

Adidas Dunamis sports sunglasses review: an almost literal sun shield for your eyes
By Pat Kinsella published
Lightweight and highly protective, Adidas Dunamis are visor-style frameless shades for all kinds of running (and riding) in the sun

Air tents vs pole tents: which are best for your camping adventures?
By Pat Kinsella last updated
It's the battle of air tents vs pole tents: are inflatable beams the answer or should you opt for poles? Our expert put these two tent varieties to the test...

EcoFlow DELTA Max (2000) portable power station review: go power crazy for days on end
By Pat Kinsella published
A serious suitcase of power, the EcoFlow DELTA Max (2000) energizes your outdoors adventures
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