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
Primitive Technology: Stone Yam Planters
This video shows how to construct round stone planters and a simple trellis, offering protection against animals and a surface for climbing vines.
Gear
Battle of the Boomsticks: Kel-Tec KSG vs. SRM 1216
The Kel-Tec KSG and the SRM 1216 are two excellent high-capacity tactical shotguns, and they provide considerable close-quarters firepower.
Gear
Looking Back: Surefire’s Products at SHOT Show 2019
Surefire showed us the 300Ti lightweight suppressor, the XVL2 light/laser/IR illuminator, the XR1 weapon light, and the upgraded Stiletto Pro flashlight.
Gear
Review: 5.11 Tactical Rapid Origin Pack
We have traveled with and tested the Rapid Origin Pack extensively. Read on for a summary of our findings on this 25L EDC backpack from 5.11 Tactical.
Survival
Traumatic Shock Treatment & Survival
Shock is a devastating process that has about a 50% mortality rate in the hospital setting. In a survival situation, it'll be a challenge to overcome.
Gear
Kel-Tec KS7 Lightweight Shotgun
This year at SHOT Show, Kel-Tec showed off a new twist on the KSG format: the Kel-Tec KS7. This lightweight shotgun uses a single 6-round magazine tube.
Gear
Kitanica Roughneck Jacket
The Kitanica Roughneck is a twist on the classic collared button-up jacket. As with all Kitanica apparel, it's made in America from durable materials.
Survival
Frozen Stiff: Identifying & Treating Hypothermia
Hypothermia occurs when your body loses heat more rapidly than it can replace it. Your bodily functions will rapidly start to degrade, leading to death.