In this episode of The Life Outside Podcast, Cam chats with Maddie Wait. Maddie is an avid thru-hiker, having walked iconic trails such as the Pacific Crest, Bibbulmun Track, and Greater Patagonia Trail. During summer 2024, Maddie, alongside her partner Tom, attempted the Fastest Known Time of New Zealand’s Te Araroa - a 3,000km long trail traversing the entire length of the country. They completed the trail in 54 days, 14 hours, with Maddie claiming the overall women’s record. Maddie shares her entire FKT experience, the preparation, the struggles, the highlights, the pain, and the relief of making it to the end. We hope you enjoy!

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