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At The Adventure Gene, our mission is to enable outdoor journeys by sharing hard-fought knowledge and expertise. That’s why we run education-focused guided hiking trips. It’s also why we created our education hub – to share the thoughts, experiences and opinions of professional hikers who live and breathe the outdoors.

We regularly update our education hub with free information and don’t keep anything exclusively for our guided trips.

If there is something you would like to learn more about please let us know as it would probably make a great article!

– Maddie, Tom & The Adventure Gene Team

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Australian Alps Walking Track FKT Trip Report

Our 2022 AAWT FKT trip report details the journey, challenges, and lessons from tackling Australia’s toughest alpine trail at record pace.

AAWT Ultralight Solo Gear List (4.6kg): Updated 2025

What we would take if we walked the AAWT solo assuming an early summer walk. This gear list could also be a good starting point for your own trip.

FKT Interview

In this FKT interview, we share our strategy, mindset, and lessons learned from chasing and setting Fastest Known Times.

Bibbulmun Track Trip Report

Well-maintained trails, vibrant wildflowers, and easy resupply made this 1000 km Bibbulmun hike surprisingly enjoyable.

Bibbulmun Track FKT Report

Raced the Bibbulmun Track in under 12 days, battling blisters, sleep loss, and unexpected route changes.

Bibbulmun Track FKT Tactics

Dive into our Bibbulmun FKT tactics: strategies for pacing, mental endurance, and smart decision-making over 950 km.

Bibbulmun Track FKT Gear List (2.4kg)

Gear and key lessons from my self-supported Bibbulmun FKT in September 2022.

Bibbulmun Track Ultralight Solo Gear List (3.8kg)

Here is what we would take if we walked the Bibbulmun Track solo assuming a spring walk. This gear list could also be a good starting point for your own trip.