Record Shop
Whatever your preference - classical, rock 'n' roll , country or one of the many others, music is loved by everyone. To pick up your favourite tunes, check out these popular record stores.
Avalon: In first place again this year is Sam the Record Man. Fred's Records is a close second followed by Music World in third.
Off the Avalon: For the best in CDs and cassettes, voters choose Wal-Mart as their favourite. The Music Shop in Gander is second and Music World in Corner Brook is third.
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Recreational Vehicle Store
Rving is becoming increasingly popular and whether it's a four-wheeler, sea doo or trailer you want or one of the many other all-terrain vehicles, our readers suggest you check out these stores.
Avalon: Yamaha pulls into first place while Honda One slips to second. Fun & Fast takes third place.
Off the Avalon: Thruway in Grand Falls-Windsor is the number one choice here. Outdoors Unlimited in Gander comes in second and Pardy Recreation in Marystown is third.
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Rental Shop
If you're planning a party, wedding or need to rent some equipment to take care of a small job, get everything you're looking for at one of these rental shops.
Avalon: Battlefield Rentals moves into first place with Campbell Rent Alls in second and Celebration Rentals in third.
Off the Avalon: Battlefield Rentals is the number one choice with readers off the Avalon followed by United Rentals in Grand Falls-Windsor and Brenton's in Marystown.
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School of Dance
Whatever your interest - jazz, tap or the tango - dancing is lots of fun. You're never too old to learn so burn up the dance floor with lessons from one of these 'best of' winners.
Avalon: For the second year Barbara Ashley School of Dance takes first place. Judy Knee School of Dance comes in second and Connie Parsons School of Dance is third.
Off the Avalon: For voters off the Avalon, Ronda's School of Dance wins first place honours, followed by Nancy Stanford School of Dance in Gander and Vision Arts in Clarenville is third.
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Sewing/Knitting
If you enjoy sewing or knitting or any other craft project in your leisure time, you'll find everything you need at one of these "best of" shops.
Avalon: Sewing World returns as the champion again this year with Crafts 2000 sewing up a second place finish..
Off the Avalon: Needle Nook in Gander claims first place Off the Avalon, with Wal-Mart, Gander, in second and Aylians in Stephenville.
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Shoe Store
Comfort should be the main objective in searching for a new pair of shoes. Select your shoes with advice from the staff working in one of these highly recommended stores.
Avalon: Ron Pollard Shoes moves up to number one position this year followed by Footlocker and Aldo.
Off the Avalon: Voters chose Naturalizer Shoes in Corner Brook as their number one choice, with Wal-Mart in second and Bata in Gander third.
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Shopping Mall
It's great to be able to shop in a building that has numerous goods and services all under one roof. For you shopping needs, our voters suggest you visit one of these popular malls.
Avalon: The Village Mall is the first place winner followed closely by the Avalon Mall with Sobey's Square in third place.
Off the Avalon: Gander Mall takes the top position followed by the Peninsula Mall in Marystown and the Exploits Mall in Grand Falls-Windsor.
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Siding Contractor
With Newfoundland's less than perfect weather patterns, sometimes the wind, rain and snow can have a big effect on the outside condition of our homes. If you're thinking about giving your home a facelift, why not call one of these professional siding contractors.
Avalon: Where quality is the bottom line, Able Siding is the number one choice. Hickman's Building Supplies is second and Cabot Building Supplies third.
Off the Avalon: Windows Unlimited in Gander is the first-place winner. Stan Dawe in Grand Falls-Windsor is in second place and Window Siding Shop in Grand Falls-Windsor is third.
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Soft Drink
When Newfoundlanders want to quench their thirst on a hot day, they reach for something with great flavour. That's why so often they choose one of the following soft drinks:
Avalon: Voters on the Avalon agree that when it comes to soft drinks, Pepsi is the king of all flavours. Coke is the second choice.
Off the Avalon: Pepsi was still the top prize winner here with Coke in second and 7 Up in third.
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Sporting Goods Store
Want to play golf, baseball, soccer or tennis this summer. For all your sporting equipment needs, check out some of our reader's favourite sporting goods stores.
Avalon: A long time favourite of many, Sports Shop takes the number one place this year. Sports Check slips to number two and Play It Again Sports comes in third.
Off the Avalon: Canadian Tire is the number one choice among voters Off the Avalon with J. Faulkner Sports in Gander taking second place and Summit Sports in Clarenville in third place.
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Supermarket
If you're looking for a supermarket where you can shop for what you need knowing you can save money there, be sure to give these a try.
Avalon: Again this year there is no change - Dominion takes first place, Sobey's is a close second and Coleman's takes third.
Off the Avalon: Dominion is also the best supermarket Off the Avalon according to our voters. Co-op Supermarkets is in second place and Sobey's has been voted into a third-place finish.
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