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.
Gear
Take Charge: USB Battery Pack Buyer’s Guide
USB batteries or portable power banks are designed to power your small USB-rechargeable devices — flashlights, cell phones, tablets, GPS units, and so on.
Preparation
Invisible Death: Acute Radiation Syndrome
Acute Radiation Syndrome (ARS) is caused when high radiation doses irradiate most of the entire body over a short period and reach internal organs.
Gear
5.11 Tactical Winter Apparel
5.11 Tactical recently released some new shirts and jackets to fill the need for layered winter apparel. These include options for men and women.
Gear
Review: Streamlight ProTac HPL USB
With a long-range 1,000-lumen beam and three power sources, the Streamlight ProTac HPL USB is a flashlight worth considering for your bug-out bag.
Survival
Infographic: Your Chances of Dying from Common Activities
Ever wonder which sports and hobbies have the highest risk of dying? This infographic compares the mortality rates of various common activities.
Preparation
Video: Pan Frying Rattlesnake
Survival instructor Bob Hansler shows how he cooks a rattlesnake in a cast iron pan over a campfire, with minimal prep and basic kitchen staples.
Preparation
Looking Back: The Tactical Games
Our colleagues at RECOILtv sent a crew to cover The Tactical Games, a competition designed to test the shooting abilities and fitness of those who compete.
Preparation
Reach New Heights with Climbing Strength Training
Proficiency in climbing is yet another physical skill that you need to master for the road ahead. These exercises can help you build strength for climbing.