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.
Survival
Short Film: Making Viking-Era Lime Bast Rope
Lime bast rope is still made today in Norway using the same methods used by vikings in AD 800. It's composed of bast fibers from the linden tree.
Transportation
Infographic: States with the Worst Traffic Congestion
Traffic can be a problem in most cities, some states have it much worse than others. This congestion index graphic compares number of vehicles to road area.
Preparation
Feather Sticks 101
This video from Black Owl Outdoors shows how to carve feather sticks, and discusses the impact of different blade grinds and cutting angles on the shavings.
Survival
Frostbite Treatment Drug Being Studied in Canada
Frostbite constricts blood vessels near the skin to consolidate warm blood. Iloprost counteracts this by restoring blood flow to the extremities.
Gear
New: Steel Will Gekko 1555 Folding Knife
First and foremost, a knife is a cutting tool, but there's more to it than that. A good...
Preparation
Spruce Pitch Chewing Gum for Oral Hygiene
In this video , Lonnie of Far North Bushcraft and Survival shows a step-by-step process for making spruce pitch chewing gum with antiseptic properties.
Survival
Yurta: A Portable All-Season Tiny Home
A couple from Canada developed the Yurta, an all-season insulated shelter which can be deployed in 2 to 3 hours without turning a screw or hammering a nail.
Gear
Angry Frog Neck Knife by Devil Dog Designs
The Devil Dog Designs Angry Frog is a compact neck knife that blends elements of knuckle duster and push dagger. The result is a unique chisel-ground blade.