Jackson Yupik Kayak Carrier Recommendation for a 2020 Toyota 4 Runner TRD Pro Prinsu Rack
Updated 01/27/2026 | Published 08/20/2024
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I have a 2020 Toyota 4 Runner TRD Pro with a Prinsu roof rack. It has T channels built in. I want to add two J racks for kayaks. One of my kayaks is a Jackson Yupik 35 wide and quite heavy. What do you recommend for my vehicle and rack system?
asked by: Tim T
Expert Reply:
Hey Tim, thanks for reaching out!
The only J-Style kayak carrier we have that can accommodate the 93 lbs of your Jackson Yupik is the etrailer System # e98878. This uses clamps that fit around 3-1/8" wide x 1-1/2" tall crossbars so if that the dimensions of the cross sections on your Prinsu roof rack you can use 2 of these get your kayaks on your 2020 Toyota 4Runner TRD Pro.
I'm guessing that your rails might be slightly larger than that and you need to use T-Slot mounting hardware for the installation. In that case, the etrailer system won't work and I recommend using the following:
- Kuat Class 4 V2 # KU53VR (standard kayak)
- Yakima BigCatch # Y04091 (Jackson Yupik)
In order to mount the BigCatch on your Prinsu you'll also need the Smart-Slot Crossbar Adapter Kit # Y04092.
Both of these carriers can install into the T-Slots on your system and are able to accommodate your different loads. The BigCatch is a saddle-style, but that's pretty typical for heavier kayaks, and I actually feel more comfortable recommending that even if it's over our brand carrier simply because the weight will settle better into saddles as opposed to a J-Style.
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Samuel C.
1/27/2026
Hey Tim, how did things go getting your kayaks mounted on the Prinsu rack? Did the BigCatch with the adapter kit handle the weight of your Jackson Yupik the way you hoped? Your update could make it easier for others setting up a similar 4Runner roof system.