The Rambl gear organizer transforms unused seatback space into organized storage with multiple compartments, quality materials, and a lifetime warranty. We put it through a 5,000-mile test to see how it performs.
Most of us could use a little bit more space and organization in our vehicles. Storage boxes, totes, and other things can be used to hold more gear for adventuring. But Bozeman Montana’s Rambl Gear Co. just debuts its own way to hold more stuff, and it goes on the back of your seat.
The Rambl Gear Organizer isn’t a new idea, but a fresh take on an older one. It has minimal bulk, holds a lot of stuff, and offers a variety of features to help keep your gear organized and secure.
An Outline of the Organizer
Made in the USA, the Gear Organizer has multiple compartments. The main one is housed in a big pouch with YKK zipper. It has multiple stretch pockets inside it, each with a liter of storage.
This area also has a divider between them to house bear spray. In total, you get eight liters of total storage here.
On the outside, there are two more large pockets (I’d bet shoes would be good here). Below that is a mesh area where you can store wet gear, tools, or other bits. There’s also a “secret stash” pocket for maps, laptops, of other things you’d like to hide from prying eyes.
The organizer’s corners feature lash points to clip hats, carabiners, knives, tools, etc. Toward the top is a large Velcro area, which Rambl calls a “quick-stick attachment area.” Rambl included a sunglasses holder with Velcro backing that can go there (perhaps a future accessory).
Patches and other hook-and-loop enclosure things can also be slapped here, too. The overall footprint is 18” x 24” with carry handles. When not in use, it folds up like a taco for transport. FYI, it can also be hung from a hook on a wall when opened.
The Rambl Gear Organizer is made from 500D solution-dyed CORDURA and employs YKK zippers. Other materials include FLEX nylon spandex with four-way stretch, heavy-duty stretch mesh (nylon/lyrca), and mil-spec Velcro.
Installation
To install, unroll the Gear Organizer. There are two straps with male/female clasps to go around the headrest, then two at the base that go around the seat’s base. There aren’t any hard-and-fast rules here; you have to figure out what works with your seats.
We installed ours into a 2026 Honda Passport TrailSport. My wife, Mercedes, did the install. “The clasps are large and the straps are made from heavy duty fabric. Finding an easy way to make it work took some figuring out,” she said.
Since all seats are different, she was able to mount it securely at the bottom of the seat, however, the head rest buckle assembly was too long. It didn’t lay even over the Honda’s curved seatback.
This made it sit slightly crooked up top. She could’ve stuffed it in between the seatback’s top and headrest, but that would’ve made the headrest position taller.
This is a one-size-fits-all product, so overall fit is going to depend on your vehicle. Ours felt a bit loose, even after we tightened it securely. But again, your application may vary …
Using the Gear Organizer
Once installed, the gear organizer offered lots of space for stuff. On the Alcan 5000, we kept our hydration bladder in the main area with the hose coming out so we can drink, which worked well. The organizer also housed my work gloves, zip ties, rags, and duct tape with plenty of room to spare. I even stashed a down jacket into one of the pockets on the rally.
Since Mercedes and I both wear glasses, we didn’t utilize the sunglasses holder We did, however, throw a patch up onto the Velcro area. Note: At the time of writing, the sunglasses holder was not on the site.
When on the Alcan 5000, we typically take everything out of the car just in case of theft. So we’d empty the organizer and leave the pockets open to show there wasn’t anything inside.
We received one of Rambl’s first-ever units. Frankly, it has a lot of potential to carry lots-o-stuff. It felt sturdy and is inherently practical.
Some of the stitching could’ve been a bit more exact, but I’m sure as production continues, they’ll iron out some of the small details. Plus, Rambl Co. offers its “Built for the Long Way warranty.” This states they’ll take back and repair the product for life, with repair or replace resolution on a case-by-case basis.
A Practical Way To Store Gear
Adding the Rambl Co. Gear Organizer is an easy way to utilize an underutilized space in your rig. It easily survived our 5,000+ mile torture test on the Alcan 5000 and felt like it’d stand up for many more adventures. It’s made with quality materials, and we’re all for the domestic manufacturing.
The price is $249 and, at the time of writing (late Nov. 2025), it’s only available as a limited run via the company’s Kickstarter campaign, and they’ve more than doubled their funding goal.
We just abought a 1998 Suzuki Jimny Wide 4x4 from Japan. It’s teeny-tiny, and space is at a premium. I could see utilizing this product there so we can maximize space in a small rig. But even if you don’t have a tiny truck, this seatback organizer can help you keep things orderly and ready for adventure.
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