Best Tactical Vest 2014

If you know someone who is a hunter, fisher, camper, or maybe even a prepper, you'll know just how much they like their gadgets and equipment. They just can't seem to get enough kit to help them enjoy their hobby - or to prepare for the collapse of civilization in the case of preppers.

Obviously all of that gear has to be transported somehow - and most members of the previously mentioned groups will have bags, backpacks and other means of transporting all their "essential" items around with them. However, using a tactical vest is an alternative means of carrying gear - and it has the advantage of keeping the most used items within reach, so they'll always be to hand when required.

The best tactical vests are highly customizable. The various pockets, pouches, straps and fittings can usually be arranged in the manner which suits the wearer best.

They are also lightweight and well ventilated, thanks to the use of mesh fabric materials. Needless to say, they come in a variety of different designs and colors, so you should be able to find something suitable for your intended gift recipient, whatever their field.

Here's a list of some of the best tactical vests 2014 for your review:

Ready America Bug Out Bags

Doomsday Preppers is one of my favourite shows. I just love the way they introduce you to the mousey looking accountant who, when not adding up columns of meaningless numbers, swaps his suit for camo, lives in an underground bunker and skins deer with his teeth.

They did do a series of Doomsday Preppers UK - but it wasn't the same. Whereas Americans arm themselves to the teeth and have mountain strongholds, us Brits tend to worry about how to get a nice cup of tea when there's just no milk to be had. Americans are just so much better at this sort of thing.

By way of illustration, here's a list of Ready America emergency survival kits - bug out bags if you prefer. They come with everything you need to survive for three days - which is presumably the time it would take to get to your mountain lair - in the event of some major disaster.

Personally, I think that these are a great idea. Unfortunately, if they ever make them for the UK, they'll probably have a thermos flask and a packet of cheese sandwiches wrapped in cling film.

Roberts Radio 2014

Roberts Radio was founded in 1932 by Henry Roberts and his partner Leslie Bidmead. It didn't take long before it established a strong reputation for the quality of its portable radios and the company saw steady growth.

Since then, Roberts Radio has become a by-word for top quality in UK radios and it now ships its products to over 200 countries worldwide.

Roberts' trademark is probably the traditional looking "Revival" range. These radios are instantly recognisable as a "Roberts", with their combination of retro styling and advanced audio technology. It's a marriage made in heaven really.

There are plenty of other models to choose from in the Roberts range. Some have traditional good looks, others have much more contemporary styling - but they all use the best available audio technology to ensure good reception and crystal clear sound reproduction.

In addition to the now standard DAB radios, Roberts also have internet radios, radio clock alarms and iPod connectivity available. Some of the radios are even solar powered these days - and many of them will get you up to five times more battery life than comparable DAB/FM radios.

Here's a list of some of the choices available to you in the Roberts Radio 2014 range:

VAX Carpet Washer UK 2014

Even if you have a regular schedule for vacuuming your carpets, that simply won't be enough to keep them looking at their best. Some dust gets ground deep into the fibre of the carpet, mainly by people walking on it.

Ground in dust gets trapped - and this can also be caused by liquid spills - and even the most powerful modern vacuum won't be able to get it out.

The answer is to use a carpet washer once every six months or so. Carpet washers use a mixture of warm water and detergent to free trapped dirt. The liquid is injected deep into the carpet and the trapped dirt adheres to the cleaning agent.

The water, detergent and dirt are then sucked back out of the carpet and trapped in the dirty water tank of the carpet washer.

Giving your carpets a deep clean like this will make them look and smell a lot fresher. The cleaning action also fluffs up the pile of the carpet, so they will even feel softer to walk.

Your carpets will also last longer. Whether you choose to hire or buy a carpet washer, the money spent will be recovered very quickly indeed.

Here's a list of the choices available in the Vax carpet washer 2014 range:

Best Mini Fridge 2014

Compact mini fridges can be really handy. They're very useful for small kitchens, the workplace, student dorms etc.

Some of the smallest ones can even sit right on your desk so that you can grab a nice cool drink whenever you fancy it. some will even plug in to your computer's usb port.

There are plenty of designs to choose from; some of them are really quite bright and decorative.

Here's a selection of some of the best mini fridges 2014 for your perusal:

The Henry Hoover Range 2014

Henry hoover has become something of a British icon, almost as famous as double decker buses and red telephone boxes. You can buy Henry Hoover toys and other merchandise these days, and you can even get a small "desktop" Henry Hoover that will help to keep your computer and desk area tidy if you like.

However, it's worth remembering that Henry Hoover has achieved its iconic status due to the fact that it is so widely used by UK householders and commercial cleaning firms alike. For more than 25 years now, Henry Hoover and his chums have been firm favourites due to their very efficient cleaning action, simple design, ease of use and, possibly most important of all, long working life.

Henry Hoover vacuums have, in comparison with some more recent introduction to the market, a relatively simple design. but the fact is, they work, and then they keep on working. That's how Henry has achieved his iconic status.

Numatic first introduced the Henry Hoover way back in 1980. It's a testament to Henry that it's still so incredibly popular today. Have a look at some of the choices available in today's Henry Hoover range 2014: