Articles by
Patrick McCarthy
Patrick McCarthy is the 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
The Legendary Survival Story of Sir Ernest Shackleton
In 1914, polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton set out to cross Antarctica, but disaster left him and his crew stranded on the ice with no hope of rescue.
Preparation
Book Review: “Irish Republican Army Manual of Guerrilla Warfare”
The Irish Republican Army Manual of Guerrilla Warfare shows how a small group of motivated individuals can impose their will on a much larger state.
Preparation
Looking Back: CARNIVORE Issue 2
We're pleased to announce that CARNIVORE magazine has returned for 2018. CARNIVORE Issue 2 goes on sale world-wide on Friday, August 24th.
Survival
Debunked: Preventing Infection by Rinsing with Seawater
Like most myths, the supposed healing properties of seawater are founded on a grain of truth. However, rinsing your wounds with seawater is dangerous.
Preparation
RECOILweb: Where to Download 3D Printed Gun Files
3D printed gun files have been all over the news with lawmakers making largely inaccurate claims about how easy it is to print a gun.
Preparation
Still Relevant? Cities That Never Sleep
The following infographic from Sleepopolis lists the top 100 cities with the highest percentage of residents who sleep less than 7 hours per night.
Gear
Review: Jackery Explorer 500 Solar Generator
As a dead simple, clean, quiet power source for items that aren’t overly power hungry, the Jackery Explorer 500 solar generator is a very handy tool.
Survival
Survival Scenarios: Desert Road Breakdown
If your vehicle broke down on a remote desert road in 120°F heat, would you stay with the vehicle and take shelter or set out on foot to call for help?