I've been through three of these pads already, one for each project at my desk. The toothy paper takes ballpoint ink without bleeding through, which is rare for a notepad this inexpensive. Both halves get equal use, but the lined margins are perfect for my daily to-do lists.
Michael★★★★★
The paper has just the right amount of tooth—my gel pen doesn't slide around, and the grey is easy on the eyes during late-morning meetings. I flip between the grid side for quick calculations and the lined margins for my to-do list without ever needing a second sheet. It's become the first thing I
David★★★★★
The grey paper has a nice toothy feel that takes ink without bleeding, and I love that I can draft quick equations on the grid side while keeping my to-do list in the lined margins. It's become my go-to for morning planning, and the split layout actually keeps my desk clutter in one place.