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.
Gear
Zero Tolerance 10-Year Anniversary: Interview & Factory Tour
Check out 100+ behind-the-scenes photos from our Zero Tolerance knife factory tour, and an interview with ZT's director of sales and marketing, Thomas Welk.
Preparation
Infographic: The Dangers of Free WiFi
Public WiFi hotspots can expose your sensitive data to hackers. This infographic from ExpressVPN shows some of the potential dangers of free WiFi networks.
Transportation
Tips for Driving on Ice and Snow
These videos show how some important tips for driving on ice and snow, such as how to analyze road conditions and how to recover from a skid.
Gear
The Campfire Defender Keeps Coals Smoldering
The Campfire Defender will debut soon at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market show. It shields your campfire, blocks stray embers, and extends burn time.
Gear
Miniature Flashlights – Highlights
A compromise exists between fullsize flashlights and smartphone lights.
Preparation
Covert Communication: The CIA Shoelace Code
Let's say you're about to meet a friend in public, and you need to communicate an extremely...
Gear
Wander Tactical’s Hurricane Folding Knife
The Wander Tactical Research Team has unveiled its first folding knife. It's called the Wander Tactical Hurricane folder, and it's available for pre-order.
Survival
Build a WWII-Style Bunker Snow Shelter
This low-profile bunker snow shelter is inspired by winter shelters used during World War II. Its strong structure yields excellent protection and space.