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

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Controversially made from from cotton, the classy Klättermusen Ansur hooded windproof jacket is designed for blustery days in the high hills and exposed trails

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A lightweight, all-terrain barefoot shoe, the Xero Scrambler Low is ideal for pounding paths and tackling trails

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The comfortable, capable and well-featured Mountain Warehouse Carrion 65L Rucksack is ideal for multi-day escapades, and affordable too

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Ahead of Halloween, Colombia challenged a hiker to solo trek in and brave a night in Ben Alder Cottage, a ghostly shelter in one of Britain's most remote corners

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Made from recycled synthetic material, the Jack Wolfskin Routeburn is a lightweight puffer that fuses fashion with functionality and fantastic freedom of movement

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Waterproof and lightweight, Xero Mesa Trail WPs are for barefoot runners who want to feel soggy ground beneath their feet, but who can’t cope with soggy socks

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Haglöfs Duality AT1 GTX Mids are high-quality waterproof hiking boots with interchangeable midsoles that provide two different degrees of support

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These sturdy Black Diamond Trail Cork Trekking Poles are great for four-season use, but are especially good in warmer conditions

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The super-light Salomon Sense Flow is a smartly ventilated yet effectively windproof jacket for runners

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Reliably waterproof and immediately comfortable, Zamberlan Hike Lite GTX RRs can tackle all kinds of trail treks and off-piste missions

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Super-comfortable and supportive, 1000 Mile Repreve single-layer three-season hiking socks made from mostly recycled material that protect your feet perfectly on the trails

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Stylish, lightweight and reliably weatherproof, the Salewa Puez Gore-Tex Paclite Jacket is a two-layer shell for big days and overnight adventures in the peaks or high hills

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Fjällräven High Coast Hydratic Trail Trousers are premium, lightweight, fully waterproof and breathable 2.5-layer shell pants with a range of great features

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With a trim-fit, the highly functional Rab Capacitor Hoody is a midweight fleece, which also works as an excellent mid layer or as a stylish top layer

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The high-performing Salewa Mountain Trainer 2 Gore-Tex is a classic approach shoe offering reassuring rigidity, grip and protection

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The stunning, three-layer, ready-for-anything Artilect Shadow Canyon Jacket is ideal for year-round hikers, climbers, scramblers and skiers

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The Ultimate Direction Jason Schlarb Merino Tee has been designed by a top ultra runner for ultra runners

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Our selection of the best daypacks features lightweight backpacks for speedier hikes and walks in the backcountry

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These low-cost Lomo 3mm Wetsuit Booties are no-frills water shoes for three-season-plus coastal capers and paddling adventures in kayaks, canoes, and SUPs

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The highly featured and very versatile Sea to Summit Flow 35L Dry Pack is a 100%-waterproof day pack or weekend-adventure bag offering exceptional carry capacity

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The large and versatile Red Original Waterproof Backpack 30L is a daypack made from recycled materials, ideal for wet walks, cycling, coasteering and more

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High-performing and technically advanced, the Merrell Agility Peak 5 is a very versatile shoe, ideal for pounding peaks or simply scampering around your local trails

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Versatile, recycled and lightweight, Columbia Men’s Silver Ridge Utility Convertible Pants can quickly be transformed from long trousers to shorts
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