Record Shop
Musical styles have changed over the years as has where you can get the latest and greatest albums. But our readers have a few suggestions on who has the best selections.
Avalon: Fred’s Records takes first place, while second place goes to Music World.
Off the Avalon: Wal-Mart is the first choice of voters in this region. the Music Shop in Gander comes a close second. And Music World in Corner Brook takes control of third place.
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Recreational Vehicle Store
The thrill of splashing through mud, breezing through the wind and travelling through our wild terrain are all part of the RVing experience . If you are in the market for a good recreational vehicle our readers want to give you some advice on who has the best to offer. Check out some of our winners.
Avalon: Yamaha roars into first place. Honda One follows in second place and third place goes to Fun n Fast.
Off the Avalon: Thruway in Grand Falls-Windsor takes home first place. Second place goes to the Hitching Post in Grand Falls-Windsor. And, Outdoors Unlimited in Gander drives away in third place.
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Rental Shop
Planning a big event? Doing some heavy yard work? No matter what the reason there are places to rent just about whatever it is you are looking for. Newfoundland Herald readers offer some advice for the best in rental equipment.
Avalon: Battlefield is the first choice among our readers. Second place is awarded to United Rentals. And Campbell's walks away with third place.
Off the Avalon: Battlefield is the top choice once again in this region. Outdoor Limited in Gander came a close second. 
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School of Dance
There’s ballet, jazz, tap, acrojazz. and more for young and old alike to enjoy. Some take dance as a form of exercise others do it for the pure joy. Whatever the reason, our readers have some suggestions on where you should go to learn.
Avalon: Judy Knee steps out front with first place. In second place is Connie Parsons and Barbara Ashley dances into third place.
Off the Avalon: Heather Harris in Gander is the top choice with readers in this region. Second place goes to Nancy Stanford in Clarenville. Dance Studio West in Corner Brook goes home with third place.
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Sewing/Knitting
From quilts to clothes to household projects, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of making something yourself. You will need the help of a local sewing/knitting centre to help fulfill your dream of a home-made project. The Newfoundland Herald readers recommend the following.
Avalon: Sewing World has first place all sewn up. Second place is awarded to Fashionable Fabrics. Fabric World cuts a third-place finish.
Off the Avalon: Needle Nook in Gander is the first choice of readers in this region. Wal-Mart comes a close second. And third place is awarded to Quality Thread in Corner Brook.
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Shoe Store
Comfort is number one in footwear; followed closely by style. There are many stores that offer both. Newfoundland Herald readers vow there’s a pair of shoes in a local shoe store just waiting for you. Be sure to check out some of their favourite on your next footwear hunt.
Avalon: Ron Pollard slips on a first-place ribbon. Second place goes to Gallery Shoes and Bata takes home a third-place finish.
Off the Avalon: Wal-Mart is the first choice of readers in this region. Grants Footwear in Grand Falls-Windsor slides on a second-place finish. Third place goes to Athletes World.
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Shopping Mall
Shopping Mall’s offer the best of both worlds. There’s all the variety you could want under one roof. The next time you head out with a long shopping list, be sure to head to one of our Best of winners.
Avalon: The Village takes top honours in this category. Followed in second place by the Avalon Mall. Sobey’s Square rounds out the pack in third.
Off the Avalon: Gander Mall is the choice of readers in this region. Exploits Valley Mall in Grand Falls-Windsor takes a close second-place finish. Random Square Mall in Clarenville finishes in third place.
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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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