It would be cool if they were laminated (spelling?). That way you get a thicker product that is more rugged (for those who like books), can use wet erase markers, can photo copy, and will keep nice in a folder.
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Honestly what are they thinking of doing, publishing the "Map of the Week" dreck in a hardbound book? There is only about a dozen excellent products already out there.
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