95.8
Best for backpackers, thru-hikers, and remote solo adventurers
- Global Two-Way Messaging
- Interactive SOS Alerts
- 14-Day Battery Life
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Head to head · Camping & Hiking
Bushcraft 101 A Field Guide to the Art of vs The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition
Ravvy scores Bushcraft 101 A Field Guide to the Art of at 93.73 and The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition at 84.01. Bushcraft 101 A Field Guide to the Art of takes the overall pick, best for beginner to intermediate survivalists and backcountry campers..
Ravvy pick
$9
This is an essential primer for backcountry campers looking to master self-reliance skills, provided they accept the lack of waterproof pages for field use.
How they score
| Factor | Bushcraft 101 A Field Guide to the Art of | The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Durability | 65 | – |
| Portability | 89.5 | – |
| Practicality | 91 | – |
| Educational Value | 94.2 | – |
| Illustrative Clarity | 82.5 | – |
Bushcraft 101 A Field Guide to the Art of
What owners praise
- Focuses on cost effective DIY survival methods
- Compact size is perfect for backpacking
- Clear illustrations for complex tasks like knots
- Comprehensive coverage of basic tool maintenance
- Expertly curated list of essential gear requirements
What to know first
- Paper quality is not waterproof or tear resistant
- Some advanced readers may find the 5 Cs too basic
- Lacks color photography for plant identification
Skip it if advanced survivalists seeking color-based foraging guides
The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition
Specs side by side
| Spec | Bushcraft 101 A Field Guide to the Art of | The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition |
|---|---|---|
| Edition | 1st | 2nd |
| ISBN-10 | 1440579776 | 9781426217845 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1440579776 | 978-1426217845 |
| Language | English | English |
| Publisher | Adams Media | National Geographic |
| Dimensions | 5.5 x 0.7 x 8.44 inches | 5.26 x 0.54 x 8.34 inches |
| Item Weight | 10.5 ounces | 2.31 pounds |
| Print length | 256 pages | 240 pages |
| Part of series | Part of series : Bushcraft | – |
| Publication date | September 1, 2014 | March 7, 2017 |
| Best Sellers Rank | See Top 100 in Books | See Top 100 in Books |
| ASIN | – | 1426217846 |
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