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.
Preparation
Forgotten Weapons & InRangeTV
The growth of the RECOILtv video platform has continued with the recent addition of Forgotten Weapons and InRangeTV channels.
Gear
Review: Kershaw Launch 8 Folding Knife
The Kershaw Launch 8 is an auto-opening stiletto with characteristics reminiscent of iconic military fighting knives of the past, such as the V-42.
Preparation
Video: DIY Solar Water Desalinator
This custom-built solar water desalinator can efficiently produce clean drinking water from seawater, and it packs down to fit into a backpack or bug-out bag.
Gear
Knowing the Ropes: Bail-Out Gear Buyer’s Guide
A bail-out kit also helps manage environmental factors by enabling you to rapidly evacuate a structure at height (such as a multistory building or high-angle terrain).
Survival
Lifelines: Escaping a High-Rise with a Bail-Out Kit
If you find yourself in a high-rise building during a fire or emergency, a bail-out kit could be the lifeline that gets you out and home to your family.
Preparation
RECOILweb: Expert Advice for Backcountry Hunting
You are the transportation. You are the logistics. You’re all on your own. If you like backpacking and hunting, then perhaps backcountry hunting is right up your alley.
Gear
Pocket Preps: Impact Tools
Handheld impact tools serve as a less-lethal force-multiplier for self-defense, amplifying the power of punches, hammer-fist strikes, and submission holds.
Gear
Review: Mora Bushcraft Survival Knife
Morakniv designed the Bushcraft Survival knife with a keen edge, grippy handle, high-visibility sheath, integrated sharpener, and ferro rod fire starter.