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.
Transportation
“Sherp” Russian Amphibious Off-Road Vehicle
The Sherp is a small Russian off-road vehicle that rides on enormous 5.3-foot-tall ultra-low-pressure tires. These tires make it completely amphibious.
Gear
Jake Hoback Knives F23 Maintenance & Cleaning Kit
Jake Hoback Knives simplified knife maintenance process with the release of the F23 Knife Maintenance Kit, developed with Breakthrough Clean Technologies.
Preparation
Donated Trauma Kits Missing from South Carolina Schools
A recent story from WSPA 7 News demonstrates the tragic consequences of medical trauma kits which went missing from a South Carolina school district.
Gear
PELTOR Sport Tactical 300 & 500 Ear Protection
3M introduced two new PELTOR electronic hearing protectors at SHOT Show 2017. The PELTOR Sport Tactical 300 and 500 feature new 3M SMART technology.
Survival
Infographic: Grilling Times and Temperatures
The following infographic from Visual News can help you learn the appropriate grilling formulas for beef, pork, chicken, seafood, and vegetables.
Gear
CRKT Tecpatl Push Dagger
Michael R. Rodriguez, a retired Green Beret and 18 Delta medic, partnered with CRKT to create the Tecpatl push dagger as part of the Forged by War line.
Gear
Renogy Phoenix Briefcase Solar Generator
The new Renogy Phoenix is a solar generator that combines two 10-watt solar panels and a 16,000mAh battery into a convenient briefcase-style unit.
Preparation
How to Make an Adjustable Waterproof Tinder Wick
This fire-starting trick from Far North Bushcraft combines a waxed waterproof tinder rope with an aluminum can collar. This can extend tinder burn time.