Best miniDV Tape Brand/Model for archiving?

[nowhereman83]

I am going to be transfering/organizing old VHS tapes, VHS-C, miniDV (family videos). For the VHS I am planning on buying one of the Canopus converters to get everything in DV format. I have read on here the recommendation that miniDV tapes are actually one of the better ways to store/archive video. One of my concerns about tapes (or CDs/DVDs for that matter) are their ability to hold up long term. My thoughts are to have a set of miniDV tapes that would be just for archive/storage and not for everyday viewing. I'm thinking they could be stored for years at a time with little to no usage. (Maybe in a safe deposit box? What is the best environment for storage?)

Are there any tape brands/models that are especially good for long term archiving purposes?

Thanks

[edDV]

Pro tapes are designed for rougher use and dimensional stability. The best performance vs. price for pro tape is the Panasonic AY-DVM63PQ which can be ordered for $2.50 to 3.50 per tape depending on sales. This is my "normal" tape.
http://protape.stores.yahoo.net/paprqu63mimi.html

Issues of long life mainly relate to storage in a moderate temperature/humidity environment (e.g. office Air Conditioning or a dry basement).

Tapes should be redubbed every 10 years or so to fresh media.

Google for University/Gov't policies for long term videotape storage.

You can also search this site for several discussions on MiniDV tape for DV/HDV recording. Rule #1 is never use LP mode for archive. I never use LP mode unless for a short term emergency.