Kayak Carrier for 2 Kayaks on 2011 Toyota 4Runner With Factory Roof Rack Crossbars
Question:
Can you help me narrow down which kayak carrier youd recommend for my 2011 4Runner? I was thinking the Jaylow from Yakima but wanted to make sure it would fit my model.
asked by: Steve V
Expert Reply:
I checked with Yakima and the Yakima JayLow Kayak Carrier # Y04073 will only fit your roof rack if your 4Runner is the 2011 Toyota 4Runner Trail model.
If you do not have that model, and instead have the standard 2011 Toyota 4Runner, the JayLow won't fit. Due to that I decided to check with Thule, who confirmed they did have an option, the Thule Compass Kayak and SUP Carrier with Tie-Downs # TH890000.
The Compass is designed for two kayaks, which is what you are looking for, and comes with the tie-downs for both kayaks, which isn't the case for the JayLow, as your second kayak would require you to get the Yakima Bow/Stern Tie-Down Ropes # Y04031.
I have added links to video reviews for you to check out of both the Yakima JayLow # Y04073 and Thule Compass Kayak Carrier # TH890000.
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Thule Compass Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Kayak
- Paddle Board
- Surfboard
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Saddle-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Clamp On
- Thule
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Yakima Bow/Stern Tie-Down Ropes w/ Ratchets and Strap Loops - 1/4" x 12' - 150 lbs - Qty 2
- Accessories and Parts
- Watersport Carriers
- Bow and Stern Straps
- Yakima
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Yakima JayLow Kayak Roof Rack w/ Tie-Downs - J-Style - Folding - Clamp On
- Watersport Carriers
- Fishing Kayak
- Kayak
- Roof Mount Carrier
- J-Style
- Post-Style
- Folding
- Aero Bars
- Elliptical Bars
- Factory Bars
- Round Bars
- Square Bars
- Side Loading
- Clamp On
- No Load Assist
- Yakima
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