Big Changes Coming to Our Annual Reader Poll: New Name, New Categories, & New Nominations

The Nxrth's annual reader poll is set to kick off with an evolution into a larger poll covering more of the WI, MN, and U.P. bike adventures we love. With a new name, new categories, and a new nomination process, read on for details about the 2025 edition of the reader poll.

Big changes are coming to our annual reader poll!

What started as the Best of Gravel is evolving into the Gravel, Dirt & Snow: Best of Biking reader poll.

This year, we’re expanding to include mountain biking, fat biking, and the best of the Northwoods bike culture. It’s still focused on off-road biking in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and the U.P., but with even more ways to celebrate the places, events, and businesses you love.

Stay tuned, nominations open soon!

New Name: "Gravel, Dirt & Snow: Best of Biking"

What started as the Best of Gravel is now the Gravel, Dirt & Snow: Best of Biking reader poll. We wanted the name to reflect everything we love: gravel adventures, mountain bike trails, fat bike winters, and the amazing communities that make them all happen.

New Process: Nominate Your Favorites!

New this year, we’re opening nominations to everyone! This means you can help shape who makes it onto the final voting ballot by nominating your favorite places, events, and business.

Nominations open soon. Stay tuned for the official announcement!

New Categories & Poll Questions

We’ve added brand-new categories that go beyond gravel. You’ll be able to nominate and vote on:

Gravel

Best Gravel Race

Best Adventure Hub for Gravel Biking

Bikepacking

Best Bike Camping or Bikepacking Event

Best Bikepacking Route

Mountain Biking

Best MTB Race

Best MTB Destination

Best MTB Trail System

Fat Biking

Best Fat Bike Race

Best Groomed Fat Biking Destination

Bike Culture

Best Cabins or Lodge for Bike Trips

Best Post-Ride Restaurant

Best Bike Shop

Best Bike Industry Business

Stayed Tuned: Nominations Open Soon

Get ready to nominate your favorites so the whole Northwoods cycling community can vote for them in the Gravel, Dirt, & Snow: Best of Bike reader poll. Share your voice and help your favorite places, events, and businesses win in 2025.

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