95.8
Best for backpackers, thru-hikers, and remote solo adventurers
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- Interactive SOS Alerts
- 14-Day Battery Life
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Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World vs 100 Hikes of a Lifetime
Ravvy scores Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World at 93.32 and 100 Hikes of a Lifetime at 93.41. 100 Hikes of a Lifetime takes the overall pick, best for aspiring global travelers and outdoor enthusiasts seeking trip inspiration.
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Buy this book if you want a beautiful, comprehensive starting point for your bucket list, provided you accept its large size makes it stationary reference only.
Ravvy pick
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Buy this if you want an expertly curated list of the world's most scenic trails and don't mind the heavy weight of a high quality reference book.
How they score
| Factor | Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World | 100 Hikes of a Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
| Giftability | 97 | – |
| Visual Quality | 98 | 98 |
| Inspiration Factor | 96 | – |
| Information Density | 85.5 | – |
| Physical Portability | 40 | – |
| Portability | – | 65 |
| Global Scope | – | 94 |
| Practicality | – | 82 |
| Inspirational Value | – | 96.5 |
Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World
What owners praise
- Stunning high resolution photography
- Covers diverse difficulty levels and regions
- Includes helpful logistics and best time to visit info
- High quality hardcover binding
- Clear and intuitive organization by continent
What to know first
- At three pounds it is too heavy for a backpack
- Maps lack the detail needed for on trail navigation
Skip it if hikers looking for lightweight pocket maps or turn by turn trail navigation
100 Hikes of a Lifetime
What owners praise
- World class National Geographic photography
- Diverse range of trails across all continents
- Clear logistical information for trip planning
- High quality binding and durable paper stock
- Useful breakdown of trail difficulty levels
What to know first
- Heavy physical weight makes it stationary only
- Some entries lack deep technical trail data
- Logistical details may become dated over time
Skip it if backpackers looking for ultralight trail guides to carry in their packs
Specs side by side
| Spec | Lonely Planet Epic Hikes of the World | 100 Hikes of a Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
| Edition | 1st | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10 | 1787014177 | 1426220952 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1787014176 | 978-1426220951 |
| Language | English | English |
| Publisher | Lonely Planet | National Geographic |
| Dimensions | 8.25 x 1 x 10.55 inches | 8.74 x 1.18 x 8.78 inches |
| Item Weight | 3 pounds | 2.87 pounds |
| Print length | 328 pages | 400 pages |
| Part of series | Part of series : Epic | Part of series : 100 of a Lifetime |
| Publication date | August 21, 2018 | February 4, 2020 |
| Best Sellers Rank | See Top 100 in Books | See Top 100 in Books |
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