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.
Preparation
Idaho Backcountry Bushcraft Class Recap
Alexander Crown attended the first Idaho Backcountry Bushcraft course organized by Randall’s Adventure & Training (RAT) and ESEE Knives.
Transportation
The Will to Drive On: Emergency Driving Skills
Our staff took a trip to Bondurant Racing School to learn first-hand from experts how to make the most of a vehicle in an emergency or bug-out situation.
Survival
What If Your Vehicle Is Attacked By an Angry Mob?
This hypothetical survival scenario puts a family in the proverbial crosshairs of an angry mob of protesters who turn violent towards passing motorists.
Gear
Looking Back: Outdoor Retailer 2018
Here's a quick recap of four new products from Outdoor Retailer 2018 that we found appealing from a survival and emergency preparedness standpoint.
Survival
Primitive Technology: Wood Ash Cement
This video from Primitive Technology shows how to make improvised cement from natural wood ash. This building material is strong and moisture-resistant.
Gear
Unconventional Weapon: The OSS Stinger Pen Gun
During WWII, the Office of Strategic Services (OSS) developed the Stinger. This single-use covert gun resembles a pen and fires a .22 Short cartridge.
Survival
What If a Dirty Bomb Goes Off in Your City?
For this episode of RECOIL OFFGRID’s “What If?” column, we discuss possible responses to a hypothetical dirty bomb attack in a major city.
Preparation
Can You Survive After a Nuclear War?
In the event of full-scale nuclear war, more than 1 billion lives may be lost. Though surviving nuclear winter wouldn't be easy, it's not impossible.