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
Bug-Out Planning 101
No matter your level of prepping experience or training, bug-out planning will provide you with a good starting point to survive almost any situation.
Preparation
RECOILtv: How to Mount a Silencer
You probably figured mounting a silencer on a weapon is a straightforward task, and that's often the case, but there's more to it than you might think.
Preparation
Ham Radio Fundamentals
Ham radio takes radio communications to the next step. These radios are capable of using much more power than Citizens Band (CB), meaning more distance.
Gear
EMP Shield for Homes & Businesses
An electromagnetic pulse produces a fast-moving power surge. The EMP Shield is designed to shunt this surge in nanoseconds to save your devices.
Gear
Preppi: An Absurd $5,000 “Ultra Luxe” Bug-Out Bag
The Preppi Prepster Ultra Luxe is a pre-made bug-out bag that contains essentials such as a scented votive candle, hair conditioner, and a caviar cooler.
Gear
Review: DGT Shadrach Neck Knife
The DGT Shadrach is a compact neck knife made from 154CM steel, and it features a FireCord handle wrap and integrated ferrocerium rod fire-starter.
Gear
Shrink Your Drink: Collapsible Water Bottle Buyer’s Guide
Once you drink every drop, hard plastic or metal water bottles get lighter, but not smaller. These collapsible water bottles compress when not in use.
Preparation
PDF Guide: Norway’s Approach to Emergency Preparedness
This English-language PDF published by the Norwegian government outlines basic gear suggestions and emergency preparedness tips for citizens.