How to Organize Your Pack with the Admin Organizer AO2
By Purpose-Built EDC Gear, Adventure Apparel & Expedition-Grade Tools | Published: 2026-10-25
Category: How-to Guides
Learn how to set up the Admin Organizer AO2 for efficient pack organization. Step-by-step guide for EDC pouch layout, field gear storage, and tactical bag tips.
Quick answer
Set up your Admin Organizer AO2 by first deciding your core carry items, then using the loop-lined interior with optional hook-backed accessories to create a custom layout that fits your pack and daily needs.
Why the AO2 works for pack organization
The Admin Organizer Size 2 uses a true box construction with a clam shell opening, giving you full access to both sides of the pouch. This drawbridge design means you can see everything at once without digging through layers.
Its fully loop-lined interior is a blank canvas. You can mount optional 6x6 Organizer Tiles or any third-party hook-backed accessory, so the layout adapts to your gear rather than forcing you into fixed pockets.
Step-by-step AO2 setup for your pack
- Audit your daily carry items: Lay out everything you carry: pens, flashlight, multi-tool, notepad, charging cable, medication. Separate must-haves from nice-to-haves. The AO2 fits best with 6-10 compact items. Overstuffing defeats the drawbridge advantage. If the pouch bulges when closed, remove one or two items.
- Plan your layout zones: Decide which side of the clam shell holds flat items (notepad, cards) and which side holds thicker items (tools, flashlight). Use the loop field to attach small pouches or elastic loops for pens and lights. Keep frequently used items on the side that faces up when the pouch is mounted in your pack.
- Attach hook-backed accessories: Press your chosen 6x6 Organizer Tiles or third-party hook-backed pouches firmly onto the loop lining. Position them so items don't overlap when the pouch is closed. Test the closure before loading gear. Hook-backed accessories can shift over time. Re-seat them after a week of use to maintain a snug fit.
- Load and test the drawbridge closure: Place items into each zone, then close the AO2 fully. Check that the zipper runs smoothly without catching on any gear. Open it completely and confirm nothing falls out when you tilt the pouch. If the zipper snags, reposition the offending item or swap it to the opposite side. A smooth zipper means your layout is balanced.
- Mount the AO2 in your pack: Use the MOLLE-compatible attachment loops or simply drop the AO2 into an empty compartment. For quick access, attach it to a shoulder strap or the front panel of your pack using a carabiner or strap. Mounting it vertically on a pack shoulder strap keeps admin items within reach without removing your pack.
Product details
- Admin Organizer Size 2 (AO2) - Universal Field Gray: The AO2 is a true box construction, drawbridge type, clam shell opening organizer designed primarily to house writing implements and compact tools. The full-open design lets you see and grab any item instantly, which saves time when you need a pen, knife, or light without unpacking your whole bag.
Admin Organizer Size 2 (AO2) - Universal Field Gray
