Rite in the Rain Weatherproof Top Spiral Notebook, 3" x 5", Black Cover, Universal Pattern, 3 Pack (No. 735-3X)

I've used these top spiral 3x5 notebooks a long time, and carry one with me everyday rain or shine. They are tough and I value each one I use. They cost more, but the piece of mind they offer, being waterproof, is worth it. I purchase 6 at a time. I prefer the yellow or blue colored notebooks because the paper is white. I use a Rite-in-the-Rain Rain orange ballpoint or a mechanical pencil. That's all you need. Great, and I mean, great product.

Does exactly what it says on the tin. works perfectly with a waterproof pen. It was a little bit smaller than I expected, but it’s perfect for a notetaking and it comes in a three pack so you can give two or all 3 to some friends really durable I put it under the water and I wrote with it with a weatherproof pen and it still worked perfectly

Best notepad I ever had. Durable, great paper, stands up to being in pocket. Wish I had these 40 years ago. Glad I found them.

The thing I hate about reviews, they are typically written by customers who didn't read or research the product to begin with. So let me help you make this decision. I've used these books for over ten years back when Brigade Quartermasters was printed on the back as the military supplier. **Important** You cannot use gel pens. Now say it with me " I will not use gel pens or highly liquid inks on this paper to include highlighters, fountain pens, water colors, and acrylic paint ". There we go, got that out of our system now. Common sense kicks in right about now as it's a waterproof paper, so if you're upset about that, that's a you problem and not a product defect. Pencils are my go-to writing instrument; however, the paper is treated and you'll see noticable erase marks. Sharpie works well but will bleed through slightly sand the poster must be dry. Actually, it's more so a noticable color differential, if you passed basic science class you'll understand the difference between black and white and thus why you can see sharpie on the backside. I've never had it completely bleed through from taking a quick note. However, if you're leaving the sharpie on it long enough to bleed through, again that's a problem with you and not the product. DO NOT write on this paper while diving. I say that but I guarantee somebody will write a complaint about it not having an IP rating. Babies, paper, and comms typically don't fair well underwater. It's not my area of expertise so ask a diver. A real one and not a Navy Seal. The notebooks were originally issued to me in the Marines, and was treated as an essential piece of my uniform. I drew up battle plans for years on these. Back when I turned the battlefield into my own lead infused chaotic artistic interpretation of Starry Night. Ten years later the paper is still intact and no fading or discoloration on a notebook I found recently. The Cover displays useful conversion for maps, measurements, and linear (see pictures). The back cover also gives you a ruler up to 4 1/4" inches and 11cm. These books are in every trauma and boo boo first aid kit I own. They are stored in every toolbox, glove compartment, emergency kit, camping gear, and next to my toilet when I brilliant idea comes to me during my morning glory. I was the officiant at my ex wife's wedding and wrote the speech in the shower the morning of. At the end of the day it's a pad of paper. You're buying it for it's durability in all weather climates. If the Amphibious Apocalyptic dealers of death we call Marines use them around the world in every clime or place, I'm sure you're "to-do" list will be ok. In conclusion, buy the notepad and if you regret your purchase, you're probably somebody that's irrationally difficult to please and found it necessary to express their dislike via a review because that's what difficult and unhappy people do. It's a notepad much like a baby, don't submerge it and expect it to work like advertised. Use the writing instruments instructed by the manufacturer, and use the thing in-between your ears. You're welcome!

My son took this on his ROTC field training exercise, and it held up like a champ. Rain, mud, and the general abuse of being shoved into a cargo pocket didn’t faze it at all. The paper feels a little different from standard notebooks—almost slicker—but pens and pencils still write cleanly, and nothing smears or bleeds when it gets wet. The spiral binding is sturdy too, so it doesn’t bend out of shape even with rough handling. The real value is peace of mind. When you’re outdoors and the weather turns ugly, you don’t have to worry about your notes turning into a soggy mess. Sure, it costs a little more than a cheap notepad, but this is one of those “buy once, cry once” items. It’s built for people who actually use their gear in less-than-perfect conditions, and it delivers exactly as promised.

A good notebook for anyone who has to work outdoors and still make notes during any season. Small enough for your pocket, good spiral wiring, good value for what you paying, and performance wise is great as long as the page doesn’t get completely soaked what you write down will still be there.

These Rite in the Rain notebooks truly do work! The size is just right for holding in your hand as you write and there are plenty of pages in the book. We keep them in our boat so we know we can jot a note if we need to even if the paper is wet. So far I have used them with an ordinary lead pencil and it works great.

Perfect as usual. Seem a little spendy IMHO, but great product.