MaxpeditionMicro Pocket Organizer (Black)

I typically have carried my Urban EDC stuff loose in my pockets. I’ve worn out way too many pockets over the years! After seeing some EDC YT videos, I realized there was a better way to avoid my pocket linings getting holes in them, along with the potential to be able able to carry more things, like a pen, lighter, band-aids, etc.; by using a pocket organizer (PO).I wanted a small, very pocketable PO, ideally one with a zippered pouch for emergency money and small things like band-aids, as well as larger, opened-ended slip-in pockets for a flashlight and maybe my knife, though I typically clip that to my right front pocket, also containing my wallet, where access can be quick and unhindered. A BIC lighter would be useful to carry too. It needed to fit in my left front jeans pocket. If it fit there, it would also work in my cargo pants/shorts..Initially, I had targeted a leather PO, with the tools on the outside in slots, but they don’t have zippered pockets. They also are stiff and need bedding in, which then means they are dedicated to that item’s shape. I tried a VIPERADE VE15, which has zippered pockets, and found that the tools caught on my pocket and it was difficult to get out. It was too small also.While perhaps less durable, a fabric, clamshell PO made more sense. It would slide in and out easily and my EDC items would be protected inside and not collect pocket lint..After much research, once more using those YT reviews, I settled on the Micro Maxpedition. It fit my budget and would fit my pocket. However, I was concerned how much I could actually get in it without it turning into a football, which would be too obvious and uncomfortable in my front pocket. The Maxpedition can hold a lot of stuff, but at the cost of bulge thickness in the middle..I started out with my essentials – Baton 4 flashlight, BIC lighter, whistle, pen, old credit card wrapped with duct tape and aluminum foil, some paper, band-aids, lens wipes. The Micro fitted in my pocket but was very tight. The flashlight was the biggest offender. I also realized it was more difficult to access my flashlight and whistle quickly. I use the flashlight every day, and like with my knife, I appreciate quick access from my pocket. Opening the pouch in the dark to get to the flashlight would be problematic. I decided to leave the flashlight and attached whistle loose in my pocket. It’s much smaller than my old flashlight and won’t wear out my pocket liner as easily..After much trial and error, I discovered the best arrangement to carry my EDC stuff in the Micro Maxpedition. I was even able to add a Nextool Mini Sailor multitool (scissor version – good scissors are more useful than pliers in my situation). My photos show what I now carry and where it is all stored. The bulge is minimal and I can easily slide the PO into my jeans' pocket, and out. Out is really easy as the loop on top can be used to pull on it. I thought that loop was unnecessary for my use-case and contemplated removing it, but it’s actually very, very useful for fast retrieval, and for hanging my car key fob from when driving.Note that I make use of hair ties a lot. They can be arranged to hold items in place, especially ones which may slip though the elasticated bands. The unopened superglue tube has a unique wrap configuration to keep it in place. (I think the cap is somewhere in the bottom of the RH rear pocket – I didn’t remember to take it out for the photos). Those elastic bands will no doubt stretch over time and get worse for allowing slippage. Hair ties are always handy. Useful as rubber bands when out and about. The Syrinx titanium pen hangs perfectly in the hinge of the pouch, off a hair tie, of course. 😉I wrapped the BIC lighter with some sticky, waterproof, off-a-roll, medical tape. That stuff is really good for finger cuts and never comes loose. An easily applied/removed wire tie stops the trigger being accidentally depressed in the closed Maxpedition pouch.I use FoodSaver, custom-made, vacuumed bags to compress things like my vinyl gloves into a very compact state, and to waterproof emergency meds.I didn’t like the plain, frankly ugly, black zipper pull, so, I made a Snake Knot pull using reflective orange 550 Paracord..CONCLUSION:.I feel like I found my perfect EDC Pocket Organizer with the Micro Maxpedition. Sure, I can’t carry everything in it and have to be somewhat minimalist but that’s actually a good thing. When I might need more “tools”, like when hiking, I usually have a backpack. Of course, If I carried it on my belt, I could carry much more stuff and turn it into a mini football, but that’s not what I want..I can highly recommend this Micro Maxpedition Pocket Pouch. It’s well-made, durable, well-priced, and great for everyday use.

Tried a few other EDC pouches before I settled on this one for my daily. I love it. No complaints. Great size and fits a good amount of stuff. The elastic bands are great. Zippers good quality, zips and unzips with no snags. Definitely recommend

Love it, perfect size to carry in my backpack. Others commented they didn’t like the straps weren’t stretchy,But mine are, and it’s a true maxpedition. Good quality

Man, how did I survive without this thing for so long? Oh, right.. I had heavy pockets full of cra* and couldn't find anything in any sort of reasonable time frame. Now though, I carry:A few sheets of Rite in the Rain paper8GB Flash driveSAK Cadet AloxCarmex Lip BalmStreamlight MicrostreamExtra AAA batteryZebra PenSnowPeak Mini Ti SporkSmall trial bottle of cologne (you know, those refillable ones you can get as samples at the makeup counter? I only fill it with good stuff:p)8 small matches, one half of a q-tip, firesteel portion and a small length of twine held together with a rubber band (the firesteel actually broke off and now I just carry the steel portion. No need for the handle, honestly.)Small pill baggie comprised of two Beyer asprin, two Excedrin, two Benedryl and two Tylenol.Two small bandaids, one large bandaidOne small alcohol prep padOutdated 'club' card with about 2' of Gorilla Duct Tape wrapped around itSOL Emergency Whistle attached to a 2' paracord.Small microfiber clothSnowPeak ti short sporkOn the paracord pull i have affixed a small circular twist light that I got at an REI store. doesn't emit a ton of light, but it's enough to see in a very dark place and weights a few grams. Also helps me find the pull strap if I need help in the dark or something....all in my rear jeans pocket! I still can't get over that..In my front pocket, I carry a Spyderco Delica 4 FFG or a Spyderco Dragonfly II, depending on attire. In my car I carry a small Nalgene bottle at all times. On my keys chills a SAK SD, mainly for the scissors. I feel utterly prepped for pretty much any eventuality I may encounter in my DAILY goings on. (Obviously, this is a minimalist daily kit, but that's the point. I work IT and am not far from my main BOB in my car or at my home.)And, this whole setup can be stuffed into the back pocket of my jeans, has extra room if I need to cram more stuff in, carries very thin, and weights in at exactly that my Leatherman Wave (8.5oz)! But the largest upside is that I can find anything I need at barely a glance and feel much better organized in general on a daily basis.Won't fit a gun unless you have one of those single shot type deals that you can barely hold in your hands. Even a subcompact 9mm won't fit in here (look at the next step up, the "Mini" for that capability) Mine is usually in an IWB holster though so no big deal. (.22lr or a compact 9mm for those "uncertain" locations I occasionally travel to..)I can recommend the Micro size for those of you who only plan on carrying about the amount I do, perhaps a little more. I definitely have room for more stuff, but I don't feel that I need any more and in fact, could likely do without the majority of things in my carry. But it never hurts to be prepared, right?