Congrats to you too Todd! Exciting times... I hope it pays off for me and for you. This is my first "serious" digital printer.
I've enclosed a paper list that Sarah Newman from "Shades of Paper" sent me. She said these are the Epson branded papers that are included in the promo.
After much discussion with the very helpful and knowledgeable Ms. Newman I finally settled on the Exhibition Fiber for two reasons: (1) It is the most expensive paper on the approved paper list, maximizing the "deal" and (2) It simulates the silver-based fiber papers that I grew up with. I imagine that I'll obtain a better dmax compared with the matte papers that I may ultimately use as my mainstays, not sure yet though. Sarah is putting together several sample packets for me of the many high-end fine art papers they carry, Cranes etc. as well as one matte black 220ml cartridge. After I examine the papers and run a few tests I may order a roll or so of matte and start off using the printer with the matte black. The exhibition fiber will be stored away until I, well, have an exhibition. Swapping inks costs about $40 so I don't intend to do that too often.
Hope the list is helpful; Sarah sure was.
BTW, 25 sheets 17"x22" about equals a 50' roll.
Are you getting a stand? Did you see the post recommending the Ikea unit for $300? It has drawers for paper and supplies and stands higher (a good thing) compared to the Epson stand.
--Barry