Here is a goal: What is the best paper to use for watercolour painting?

How would you accomplish this goal?

Choices:
(1). Arches or Winsor & Newton 140 lb or 300 lb paper will provide the most absorbent paper during clean up after watercolour painting. 300 lb paper requires no stretching before commencing the painting.;
(2). Arches or Winsor & Newton 140 lb or 300 lb paper will provide the best painting surface for producing very good watercolour painting. 300 lb paper requires no stretching before commencing the painting.;
(2).