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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.
Gear
Gear Nostalgia: Heacket
The Heacket heated jacket works via three panels of patented carbon-based soft warming (CSW) fabric, with waterproof heating wire sewn into the material.
Survival
Infographic: Conventional & Guerilla Warfare Strategy
These flowcharts summarize warfare strategy and the military tactics often used in conventional or guerrilla warfare. They can help you plan self-defense.
Preparation
Campi Flegrei Italian Supervolcano Nearing “Critical State”
This Italian supervolcano has been laying relatively dormant for the last few centuries, but a recent scientific study indicates that it may be reawakening.
Transportation
Looking Back: Automotive Gorilla Glass is Stronger & Lighter
At the CES 2017 event, Corning introduced its new high-tech automotive Gorilla Glass. Pound-for-pound, this material is 5x tougher than standard car glass.
Gear
Miguel Caballero Fashion: Discreet Bulletproofing
Few people on earth understand the importance of bulletproof materials better than the citizens of Colombia. This...
Survival
Frostbite 411: Diagnosis, Treatment, and Prevention
The numbing chill of frostbite lulls victims into a false sense of security, but its excruciating and destructive symptoms can occur quickly in winter.
Survival
How to Make Char Cloth in Aluminum Foil
This video from Sharp Works shows how to make char cloth in aluminum foil, without the need for a punctured metal tin or solid tinder container.
Gear
Black Diamond Storm Waterproof Headlamp
The Black Diamond Storm headlamp is rated at IP67, meaning it is sealed against dust and water. It also offers white, red, or green light output.