Real Trail Talk

Jan 01 2025 99 ep. 59 mins 94

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Western Australian Hiking Podcast hosted by Donovan from The Long Way’s Better and Mark from The Life of Py.

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Episode 98 - Kiandra to Kosciuszko

Jan 01 2025 61 mins

Donovan hiked a six day stretch of the Australian Alps Walking Track (AAWT) in 2024 between Kiandra and Kosciuszko, and we sit down to have a chat about the experience. From historic huts to stunning alpine terrain, there is plenty to enjoy along this hike, although Donovan did encounter some challenges that we discuss during the episode.

Episode 97 - The Australian Triple Crown

Oct 26 2024 91 mins

Donovan chats to Kevin Moss aka Goin Feral about the Australian Triple Crown, the Australian Alps Walking Trail (AAWT), Heysen Trail and Bibbulmun Track. Kevin completed all three trails in 2024, and discusses what makes them different, his experiences on all three, and how they compare.

Episode 96 - Mark Wrote a Second Book

Oct 02 2024 24 mins

After releasing his first book in 2023, Best Walks of South West WA, Mark has a follow-up book titled Best Walks of South Coast WA. Covering the stunning walks between Walpole and Cape Arid, and everything in-between, there are 42 trails ranging from coastal hikes to mountain climbs. Get your copy today by visiting Mark's Online Store, using the code RTT10 to get a further 10%

Episode 95 - Day Hikes of the Northern Territory

Jul 30 2024 42 mins

With a plethora of national parks and stunning scenery in the Northern Territory, we sit down and discuss the hiking options going from the north to the south.

Episode 94 - What Makes a Good Trail

May 09 2024 66 mins

In this episode we discuss what makes a good trail, ranging design, experience, scenery, facilities and everything in-between. On top of that we talk about why we like trails so much, and what goes into a great trail experience in our opinion.

Episode 93 - 2023 Year in Review

Feb 07 2024 113 mins

One of our favourite episodes of the year, we discuss our 2023 Adventures by going through what we enjoyed, what we didn't, and then some answer some listener questions. Thank you everyone who has tuned in during 2023, we really appreciate it.

Episode 92 - Bibbulmun Track 25th Anniversary

Nov 30 2023 69 mins

We are joined by Steve Sertis from the Bibbulmun Track Foundation to discuss the journey of what went into the 25th Anniversary End to End Walk. Steve shares some great stories, explains the challenges of organising the event, and reflects on the Bibbulmun and the wonderful community that supports it.

Episode 91 - Mark Wrote a Book

Jul 20 2023 28 mins

Best Walks of South West WA is a new guidebook written by Mark, showcasing 40 great walks from the South West and exploring the beautiful forests, coastline and rivers of this unique region. In this episode we have a bit of a chat about the process of writing the guidebook, what you can expect and what's coming in the future. Order your copy using the link below and use the code

Episode 90 - South Coast Track - Part Two

Jun 19 2023 49 mins

Continuing on with our discussion about the South Coast Track, this episode sees Bronwyn return as we chat about the final three days on this stunning week long hike in the Tasmanian Wilderness.

Episode 89 - South Coast Track - Part One

May 09 2023 61 mins

In January 2023, Donovan, Mark and Bonny completed the South Coast Track in Tasmania and we sit down to discuss the first four days on this rugged adventure in the remote wilderness of Southwest National Park.