Articles by
Patrick Diedrich
Patrick Diedrich is the Editorial Content Director at Recoil Offgrid and a retired Army Sergeant First Class who spent over a decade in uniform as a Cavalry Scout and Recruiter, deploying twice to Iraq. Since hanging up the uniform, he's earned two master's degrees, served as a Search and Rescue Training Officer in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, run a consulting forestry business, a custom knife shop, and earned certifications in everything from incident command and aviation safety, to hazmat awareness and fiber optics. He brings a practitioner's perspective to every piece he writes.
Gear
Projectile Protectors – Part I: Armor Plates
In the first installment of 'Projectile Protectors', contributor Alexander Castiglione discusses the nuances of armor plates.
Gear
Field Ready Gear – June 2024 Edition
Discover the latest in survival gear with our monthly 'Gear Up' Series. Each edition brings you a selection of the items we find interesting.
Gear
10/22 Takedown Pack
Offgrid Senior Editor Patrick McCarthy shares his 10/22 Takedown pack loadout, which is geared towards the casual outdoor adventure.
Preparation
Book Review: The Citizen Manual Series
The Professional Citizen Project has several "Citizen Manual's" available to help level up your tactical skills as a civilian.
Gear
Review of the Black Bunker BM8 Foldable Air Rifle
We take a closer look, including pro's, con's and performance, of the innovative and unique Black Bunker BM8.
Transportation
Overland 4Runner: Part 3
We take a look at several useful upgrades for the Toyota 4Runner that are sure to give overlanding capabilities a boost.
Gear
Rimfire Pocket Pistols
Contributor Mike Searsons gives us the breakdown of several iconic rimfire pocket pistols as well as their pros and cons.
Preparation
Engineered Unrest: The DIY Occupation Guide
The DIY Occupation Guide is circulating the web, instructing dissidents on how to implement nefarious tactics.