Articles by
Patrick McCarthy
Patrick McCarthy is the 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
GRIPsher Multi-Tool
The GRIPsher EDC tool is built in a circular formation, which allows it to be clipped onto keychains and other gear. It includes 21 useful features.
Survival
Survival Scenarios: Snowed-In or Snowed On?
In this entry of Survival Scenarios, you'll need to choose between being snowed-in inside a tiny cabin, or being forced to wander in a frigid wilderness.
Preparation
Escape Zip Tie Cuffs with a Shoelace Saw
The shoelace saw technique works by generating heat and friction to cut through plastic zip tie handcuffs. It can help you escape illegal restraints.
Gear
Kammok Sunda Transformable Survival Shelter
The Kammok Sunda is a free-standing two-person tent, which also re-configures into an all-in-one hammock. It's launching on Kickstarter now.
Preparation
Weather Buoy Captures the Eye of Hurricane Matthew
On Monday, October 3rd, this NOAA weather buoy was passed directly over by the eye of Hurricane Matthew. The data paints a terrifying picture of this storm.
Gear
Redesigned for 2016: Zombie Tools Para Bellum
Zombie tools has announced the release of a new fixed blade called the Para Bellum, an 18-inch twist on the traditional Filipino bolo knife.
Survival
Grizzly Bear Attack Survival (Warning: Graphic)
Much like Hugh Glass of "The Revenant", Montana knife-maker Todd Orr survived a brutal grizzly bear attack, and managed to rescue himself against all odds.
Gear
Bug-Out Bag Showdown
Editor Patrick Vuong met with survival expert Tim MacWelch to review three bug-out bag choices at a wide range of price points.