Conda 8.5"x11" Hardbound Sketch Book
- Sketchbooks & Notebook
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- More reviewed than 67%
A solid, no-frills spiral sketchbook for pencil, pen and pastel work, with a sturdy hardcover that should hold up to daily use in a bag.
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How it ranks among the 21 sketchbooks & notebooks we track
4.7★ across 8,200 Amazon ratings, Bayesian-smoothed toward the category average.
8,200 Amazon ratings, weighted on a log scale so huge counts don't drown everything.
3,000+ bought on Amazon last month.
Brand identity, imagery, description and spec coverage.
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Overview
An 8.5 x 11 inch spiral-bound sketchbook with a hardcover, 80 sheets of 90gsm double-sided paper. Aimed at hobby and student artists working in pencil, pen, pastel or charcoal.
The spiral binding lets pages fold flat or flip fully to the back, and each sheet has a perforated edge for clean removal. The seller notes the paper is not meant for markers, so buyers working mainly in that medium should look elsewhere.
- 8.5 x 11 inch, 80 sheets
- 90gsm (60lb) double-sided paper
- Spiral binding with perforated edges
- Acid-free, hardbound cover
Who it's for
Suits students and casual sketchers who want a durable, lay-flat pad for everyday practice with dry media. Not the choice for anyone sketching primarily with markers, since the paper isn't rated for that.
Strengths and trade-offs
Drawn from this product's published specifications.
- Spiral binding allows the pad to lay fully flat
- Perforated pages tear out cleanly
- Acid-free paper resists yellowing over time
- Sturdy double-sided hardcover protects the pad
- Not suited to marker work
- 90gsm is on the lighter side for heavy wet media
Performance notes
Pages are rated to withstand repeated erasing and firm pressure without tearing, and the acid-free stock is formulated to resist yellowing so finished sketches hold their color over time. The waterproof hardcover adds protection for the book itself when tossed in a bag.
Specifications
| Brand | conda |
|---|---|
| Model | conda-1 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Paper Weight | 90 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 11 × 8.5 inches |
| Paper Dimensions | 8.5 × 11 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material Type | Paper |
| Color | Black |
| Paper Finish | Smooth |
| Included components | |
| Unit Count | 80 |
| Number of Packs | 1 |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 90 days |
| Other details | |
| Number of Items | 80 |
| Sheet Count | 80 |
| Style | Casual |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Sketching, Drawing |
| Item Type Name | Sketch Book |
How it compares
This product against the closest alternatives we track in sketchbooks & notebooks.
| Product | Amazon rating | Ratings | ProductDome score |
|---|---|---|---|
| Conda 8.5"x11" Hardbound Sketch BookThis product | 4.7 / 5 | 8,200 | 4.6 / 5 |
| Strathmore 400 Series Sketch PadStrathmore | 4.8 / 5 | 33,800 | 4.8 / 5 |
| Melissa & Doug Drawing PaperMelissa & Doug | 4.8 / 5 | 19,800 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Fuxi 9" x 12" Sketch Book_Top Spiral Bound Sketchbook_100Sheets 68lb/100gsmFuxi | 4.8 / 5 | 16,900 | 4.7 / 5 |
| Soucolor Sketch Book 9" x 12"Soucolor | 4.8 / 5 | 10,200 | 4.7 / 5 |
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Questions about the conda conda-1
Common buyer questions answered straight from the product spec data - no fluff, no "it depends".
Can I use markers on the Conda sketchbook?
No, the paper is made for dry media like pencil, pen, pastel and charcoal, and the seller specifically notes it isn't suited to markers.
Does the pad lay flat when open?
Yes, the spiral binding is designed to let it open flat and flip pages fully to the back.
How many sheets are in the pad?
80 sheets of 90gsm (60lb) paper, printed double-sided.