Articles by
Patrick McCarthy
Patrick McCarthy is former 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.
Preparation
Video: “The Most Armed Man in America”
Dragon Man is often referred to as "the most armed man in America". His 65,000-sq.-ft. military museum houses countless weapons and more than 80 vehicles.
Preparation
Infographic: Safety Tips for Bear Country
This infographic shows the recommended steps for defending yourself in bear country, and how to avoid contact with brown bears and grizzlies.
Gear
New: Browning Expands Buck Mark .22 LR Pistol Line
Browning has announced the expansion of its Buck Mark .22 LR pistol line with 8 new models, from the affordable Practical URX to the premium Field Target.
Transportation
Sara Liberte Battle Van: Adding Insulation, Solar Panels, & Storage
Photographer Sara Liberte is building this GMC Battle Van into a home on wheels, and using it to store her gear as she drives from assignment to assignment.
Preparation
How to Escape a Rip Current, Undertow, or Riptide
The rip current phenomenon is sometimes called riptide or undertow, leading to dangerous misconceptions about how this natural force affects swimmers.
Survival
Video: Considering The Grim Realities of Survival Food
If you can overcome the aversion to unappetizing food, you'll be more prepared to complement your short-term survival food stockpiles and hunting tools.
Gear
New: Zombie Tools El Choppo
Mexican drug lord El Chapo's fearsome reputation inspired the name of the new Zombie Tools El Choppo, a 24-inch knife forged from acid-etched 5160 steel.
Survival
Solar Water Purification: Misconceptions and Facts
Sunlight can kill bacteria and pathogens in your water under specific conditions. Here's a guide on the facts and myths behind solar water purification.