Canon HV30 Tape Recommendation

http://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B001G7UAII
Hi
Just got a brand new Canon HV30 and want to use the best tapes for it.I shall never re-use them but shoot once and archive them.
Would you suggest this 5 pack deal to be fair choice or is there another option?
Thanks

I understand the school of thought regarding keeping to one manufacturer for life of the camera and that is exactly what i plan to do but i have a few questions.
I intend to keep the camera for next few years so would be annoyed to find they discontinue it.
I've read that Sony use a 'wet' style of lubrication and Panny use a more prefered dry tape.
Seller advises that :
http://www.tapecity.co.uk/acatalog/info_2.html are the very best
and http://www.tapecity.co.uk/acatalog/info_356.html  are standard but the most popular.
but ive also read great review about these Panny's  http://www.tapecity.co.uk/acatalog/info_143.html
thanks for all your advice so far guys

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