What is Advantage of Top Channel on Yakima JetStream Bar over Core Bar
Updated 06/16/2020 | Published 06/08/2020
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Hi, Im looking at purchasing Yakima JetStream or CoreBar crossbars for my roof rack. What benefit does the t-slot in the JetStream provide as that looks to be the main difference as far as functionality in these crossbars? Thanks!
asked by: Mike
Expert Reply:
The top channel on the JetStream bars have the advantage of offering an easier/cleaner way to attach roof rack accessories. A lot of roof rack accessories are now being made to attach to a channel on the top of the bar. The CoreBars are a less expensive and still a really great bar but it comes down to what type of attachment you prefer.
If you let me know what vehicle you have I can help get all of the parts together to install either style of rack on your vehicle.
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Mike
6/13/2020
It looks like there are only a handful of accessories where the t-slot is compatible with Yakima products. Even then, you have to buy kits in addition to the accessories to make them compatible so not only is it a more expensive bar but also makes accessories cost more if you choose to use the t-slot but that's something where the individual will need to decide if it's worth it or not. SmarT-slot kit 1 (p/n 8002122) is for the high road and high speed bike racks SmarT-slot kit 2 (p/n 8003098) is for the Fat Cat and Fat Cat Evo ski/snowboard racks SmarT-Slot kit 3 (p/n 8007356) is for the Off Grid backets SmarT _slot kit 4 (p/n 8004092) is for the Big Catch kayak and canoe mount SmarT-slot kit 5 (p/n 8004094) is for the Top Water Fishing Reel Box. I have all of the necessary components for my vehicle I just need to decide if the extra cost is worth it for the limited amount of accessories unless there are other benefits of the JetStream I am missing.