95.8
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Head to head · Camping & Hiking
The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition vs 100 Hikes of a Lifetime
Ravvy scores The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition at 84.01 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.
Ravvy pick
$21
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 | The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition | 100 Hikes of a Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
| Portability | – | 65 |
| Global Scope | – | 94 |
| Practicality | – | 82 |
| Visual Quality | – | 98 |
| Inspirational Value | – | 96.5 |
The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition
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 | The Ultimate Hiker's Gear Guide, Second Edition | 100 Hikes of a Lifetime |
|---|---|---|
| ASIN | 1426217846 | – |
| Edition | 2nd | Illustrated |
| ISBN-10 | 9781426217845 | 1426220952 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1426217845 | 978-1426220951 |
| Language | English | English |
| Publisher | National Geographic | National Geographic |
| Dimensions | 5.26 x 0.54 x 8.34 inches | 8.74 x 1.18 x 8.78 inches |
| Item Weight | 2.31 pounds | 2.87 pounds |
| Print length | 240 pages | 400 pages |
| Publication date | March 7, 2017 | February 4, 2020 |
| Best Sellers Rank | See Top 100 in Books | See Top 100 in Books |
| Part of series | – | Part of series : 100 of a Lifetime |
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