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
Emergency Dentistry: Where There is No Dentist
After SHTF, it may not be possible to simply go to the dentist. Fortunately, there's a free book available that can teach you about emergency dentistry.
Gear
Weekly RECOIL EDC: Monday Morning Mayhem
These weekly RECOIL EDC posts show off different daily-carry setups, and discuss the reasoning behind these choices. We also shared some of our own gear.
Survival
Emergency Cordage for a Survival Bow Drill
In this video, the host demonstrates how to scavenge emergency cordage from an old T-shirt's hem, and turn it into a bow drill fire starter.
Survival
DIY: Making a Knife from a File
Here's an interesting DIY knife, modeled after the Japanese traditional blade called a kiridashi. Watch this bladesmith make a knife from a file.
Gear
Review: RoguePak Modular Hydration System
RoguePak has developed a new type of hydration system, with replaceable and recyclable reservoir pouches. It also has an innovative leak-free seal design.
Transportation
Infographic: DIY Motorcycle Maintenance
This infographic shows the most essential motorcycle maintenance procedures, and how to do them yourself with basic tools. It's simple, really.
Survival
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Preparation
Daily Stretching Exercises
Whether you're doing hard physical labor outdoors all day, or hunching over a computer screen at your...