Articles by

Nicholas Italiano

Nicholas Italiano is the Associate Editor for Recoil Offgrid. A dedicated writer, outdoor professional, and survival skills enthusiast, he combines strong writing ability with real-world expertise in wilderness and urban survival, ecology, wildlife, and ecosystem management. His passion for the natural world began in childhood through family trips to America’s National Parks and Northeast preserves. This early interest led to advanced academic training, earning a B.S. in Environmental Science and an M.S. in Environmental Policy. Nick continually sharpens his skills through hands-on field experience and professional training in both urban and wilderness survival. He also holds certifications in first aid, wilderness first aid, herbalism, and foraging. His writing emphasizes practical skills development, honest gear evaluations, and bridging the gap between urban and wilderness preparedness.

Glow Rhino Bohr Fixed Blade Review

Check out the Glow Rhino Bohr - a utilitarian knife that really shines in the wilderness and every day tasks!

Stress Inoculation at RECOIL OFFGRID Undisclosed

Get a first hand look at the intensive training classes held at the first RECOIL OFFGRID Undisclosed event.

Mission Ready Pack: Minimalist Survival Kit

Nicholas Italiano breaks down his minimalist survival kit using the Mission First Tactical ACHRO EDC Pack at RECOIL OFFGRID Undisclosed.

Garmont Tactical Boots

Nicholas Italiano provides a detailed overview of the features and differences in Garmont Tactical's T8 Tactical boot lineup.

Blades for any Challenge

Nicholas Italiano provides an overview of the exceptional knives used in first the RECOIL OFFGRID Undisclosed event.

ZOLEO Review

Nicholas Italiano gets his hand on the ZOLEO satellite communicator and discusses its value in the wilderness and beyond!

Knives By Nuge

Nicholas Italiano discusses two of the newest knives in the Knives Nuge lineup, the Bruin and it's smaller EDC friendly counterpart, the Cub.

Garmont Tactical T8 Boots

Join Nick Italiano for a review of three of the latest variations of Garmont Tactical's venerated T8 Tactical Boots.