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: Zero Tolerance 0462 Folding Knife
We've handled and carried a lot of knives over the years — flimsy entry-level folders we wouldn't think...
Preparation
BBC Future’s 5 Myths About First Aid
Unfortunately, there are many misconceptions about first aid that can cause bystanders with good intentions to fail to render effective treatment.
Survival
Video: Eating a 118-Year-Old Emergency Ration
Steve cautiously peels open this emergency ration from the turn of the century, and consumes the mystery meat within. Don't try this at home.
Preparation
Infographic: 25 Ways to Learn Faster
Learning is at the core of preparedness, and knowledge is an essential tool for survival. These 25 ways to learn faster can help grow your survival skills.
Survival
Primitive Technology: Round Hut Shelter
This round hut shelter consists of 12 wooden posts and an incredible 700 palm fronds. The walls are constructed from woven Loya cane covered in clay.
Gear
New: Aquaforno II “Kitchen in a Backpack”
The Aquaforno II stove is a three-tier telescoping oven that can compress down to fit in a backpack-style carrying case. It runs on wood, charcoal, or gas.
Preparation
Book Review: The Savage by Frank Bill
Frank Bill’s newest book, The Savage, is a dark, dreary, gut punch of a survivalist novel that’ll leave readers wanting to hug their children.
Gear
Buyer’s Guide: Boonie Hats
Boonie hats were first worn by Special Forces in the jungles of Vietnam, and they're ideal for the "boonies" -- that is, remote backcountry environments.