Articles by
Patrick McCarthy
Patrick McCarthy is the Editor of RECOIL OFFGRID. He currently resides in Arizona, and enjoys hiking, camping, shooting, and snapping photos along the way. You can follow his latest projects on Instagram at @pmccarthy10.
Gear
Review: Ryker Nylon Gear Ankle First Aid Kit (AFAK)
When it comes to every-day carry gear, medical trauma supplies are often neglected. The Ryker Nylon AFAK provides a means to ankle-carry these key items.
Gear
Cooler Heads Will Prevail: Wide Brim Hat Buyer’s Guide
Unlike a ball cap, a wide brim hat offers 360-degree protection for your head and neck. Many of these hats also provide UV protection and water-resistance.
Preparation
Infographic: High Altitude Sickness
Left unchecked, altitude sickness can rapidly develop into severe and even life-threatening conditions. It's essential to know the danger zone and symptoms.
Gear
Helle Trofé Bushcraft Knife
The new Helle Trofé bushcraft knife features an elegant layered handle composed of darkened oak, staghorn, and curly birchwood.
Gear
Review: Henry U.S. Survival AR-7 Rifle
The AR-7 is an inexpensive, modular .22LR survival rifle that suits a variety of purposes. It was first designed in the 1950s by Eugene Stoner of Armalite.
Survival
The Disaster of Denying Disaster
Those who survive trauma often say, “I can’t believe this is happening to me.” The unfortunate reality is that bad things often happen to good people.
Gear
Looking Back: SOFIC 2018
There were several bright spots at SOFIC 2018, including finding awesome new special-operations-oriented survival gear which we hadn’t yet seen in person.
Preparation
Cody Lundin Spotlight – Moral Compass
After some 30 years as a survival instructor, Cody Lundin is still humble and deeply passionate about teaching people skills that will keep them alive.