Spark Notebook @ Kickstarter

[coredump]

So I know Kate Matsudaira from startup/tech events and last week I saw this that she posted on her facebook feed about the Spark Notebook: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/475206776/spark-notebook-a-place-for-your-life-plans-and-gre

 

I specifically asked her about the paper and fountain pens, and she said that "that was being taken in consideration", and now on their FAQ they have this:

 

The paper is cougar paper (http://www.domtar.com/en/paper-products/cougar.asp) which is environmentally friendly.
It is smooth text white and here are the tech specs for the fountain pen fans:
70#, 104 GSM, 95 Opacity

 

 

I am not very smart, so, is this paper any good? Anyone has any info on it? I am backing the notebook (because you always back stuff that friends post, no matter if you use or not, right?) but knowing a little about the paper would help.

 

Thanks!

 

PS: I am not sure if I can post the Kickstarter link here, if not, please let me know and will remove.

[MrThoth]

I've posted several Kickstarter links since joining FPN and they haven't taken away my membership card or secret decoder ring (yet!), so I think you're safe. I typically post my KS alerts in the Market Watch forum. Thanx for the info!

Edited November 23, 2014 by MrThoth

[coredump]

I... can't post on the market forums. I guess I am not old enough yet.

[jimhughes]

Looks like you are 2 post's Short of the "Must Be This Tall To Ride This Ride" Regulation. 30 post and a couple of mos on the board allows you to use the Market watch section, IIRC. Moderators please correct any misinformation herein. Jim

[macaddicted]

I don't know this particular brand, but just because a paper is a name brand and relatively heavy doesn't mean it's FP friendly.

[inkypete]

I don't know this particular brand, but just because a paper is a name brand and relatively heavy doesn't mean it's FP friendly.

Generally Domtar is an excellent brand but as per these comments nothing is assumed. Paper needs to be tested to determine FP compatibility.

[dgturner]

Generally speaking, 70# offset (aka 'text') paper is not bad with fountain pens, but it is very absorbent. I use 70# offset for 11x17 planning sheets. I rarely have bleed/show through, and feathering is minimal (depending upon the ink).

[coredump]

BTW I asked for a FP test and she delivered:

 

 

Here's the latest update with a picture and stuff: https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/475206776/spark-notebook-a-place-for-your-life-plans-and-gre/posts/1069236