Juvale Reporters Notebook Pack - Top-Bound Notebook & Steno Pad for Journalism & Field Notes - Spiral Binding Lay-Flat Design - 4 x 8 in White, 12-Pack

They are the best and at a great price.

This is by far the best 4" x 8" Reporter's Notebook I've found anywhere! The front and back covers are sturdy, thick cardboard - making it easy to hold the notebook in one hand while writing on it with the other. The paper is standard thickness, with medium density lines, helping freehand notes and diagrams stand out nicely. The spiral binding is high-grade, so it doesn't need to go all the way to the sides. Other notebooks have cheap spiral binding that goes to the edge, making it easy to bend and causing the pages to be torn at the top. This notebook doesn't have that problem. To top it off, there are TWELVE Notebooks in the pack, making it a heck of a deal!

Good paper weight

Good paper

They are fine for in-field notes. The covers are steady, thick, great for writing without support. But, with the thick covers they are also surprisingly heavy.

Easy to use live the size for portability

I made the mistake of ordering a batch of flimsy "Reporter's Notebooks" that were completely unsatisfactory. The backs were not stiff and the pages were hard to flip without tearing them. These Juvale pads are almost perfect. The front and back covers are stiff cardboard, which means you can stand them up when you're typing. The spiral binding is great. Pages flip easily. Won't call it perfect -- they might consider making it an even better value with 75-80 pages instead of 70. But this product is professional grade and I will certainly buy it again.

I love the extremely stiff front and back covers. This allows them to stand up on my desk, when I go to type things in. They also make it an extremely stable surface to write on when I am out taking the notes (handheld). Paper is a little better then I expected. Have been using other brands that cost more and provide less. I was a little surprised by the size (diameter) of the wire binding at the top. Larger than what I am used to. I learned to like it because the pages turn over easier than they do with the smaller wire coils that I am used to. Make sure to use a good permanent marker with writing details on the cover. The glossy surface will prevent some inks from drying and allow for smudges. I like the glossy surface because it repels moisture better. Possible Disadvantages - The front and back cover cardboard is stiffer than most boxes. It isn't a problem for me; I usually carry it in a cargo pants pocket. They could be bulkier than you would like if you put it in your coat pocket. If you are very much into the traditional size and flexibility of the covers this isn't for you. For my needs this is a huge improvement. They will take up more space when I store them but that not an issue for me.

Actual reporters have used these for years. You will see why. Great notebook. Heavy cardboard cover so you can take note easily while standing.

... But the covers are almost *too* thick and sturdy. It's hard to describe, but the pads are if anything a little awkward. But they will *always* be an incredibly stable writing surface.

Sarebbe un ottimo notebook. Peccato che le pagine non si girano senza doverle strappare il che rende il taccuino idoneo solo per scrivere delle note e non appunti. Non è economico e un difetto simile non gli si perdona. Avrei dovuto farmelo rimborsare, per un mio errore non ho fatto in tempo. Sconsigliato.

Delighted! I love these pads! They are a really handy size with spiral binding at the top. Both front and back covers are made from thick, rigid board which means you can easily write while holding the pad in your hand. And at a great price too!

These are great little notebooks - very handy and plenty of pages in each one. Top binding makes them super easy for taking notes on the go. Quality paper, including an extra sturdy cover and back to support writing.