I've never used Ilford HP5 or developed my own film before this roll. The was some major frustration I can tell you. After practicing loading the film holder a million times with my eyes closed, I had a hell of a time doing it in my bag. I think the film was a little damp, as it was very sticky and I didn't know what the hell I was doing. Half the roll got ruined because the film didn't track right and it was touching while getting developed. Learning.......