The Slipstream - Quick Release Tent Mounts

Name: The Slipstream - Quick Release Tent Mounts
Brand: Stark Side Gear
SKU: 1630-115
Price: 299.0 USD
Availability: InStock

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Backed by a 180-day limited warranty.
Not right? Send it back within 30 days. US orders; a restocking fee applies.
Ask before you order. Text or call (303) 351-2227, Mon-Fri 9:30-4:30 MST.

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Remove the tent. Keep the freedom.

No tools. No standing on a tire with your arm elbow-deep under the rack.

Your tent comes off in just a few minutes, goes back on in the same spot every time.

How It's Possible

The Slipstream uses a 3-step quick release system. Just use your hands to twist the knob, pull the pins, and slide open the mount. The alignment is set once during the initial install. After that, it's a drop-and-drive: the tent seats into the same position every time without measuring or adjusting.

No tools required after the first setup.

Before You Order: Confirm Your Setup

Take two minutes to verify before you buy.

1. Check your clearance.
You need to fit your hand underneath the rack to operate the mount. Minimum 3.5 inches of space between the tent mounting rail and the rack.

Try the credit card test: if a card's length fits between your tent and vehicle (see image 15), you're clear. If it's tight, you may request wing nuts at checkout, just add a note to your order and we'll throw some in.

Not compatible with Rhino Rack Pioneer platforms, Gobi roof racks with full mesh, or other low-profile racks. Won't work with risers.

2. Check your tent.
Look at your tent's mounting rail. Match the geometry to Option A, B, or C in the product images. Use the tent picker to confirm your option.

3. Check your crossbar.

Fits rectangular cross bars:

Min .75" H x .75" W

Max 2.1" H x 3.3" W

Have a wider cross bar? There's a Wide Bar Fit Kit for that.

Fits round tube cross bars: 1.1″ – 2.1″ outside diameter.

Product Key Features

Quick-release and disconnect
Low profile — no height added to the tent
Compatible with most racks: round tubular, rectangular, and brand-specific crossbars
Drop-and-drive install — tent alignment is set once with the fixed side of the mount
No tools required after initial install
Locking feature with 1/2″ hitch pins (sold separately)

Fit and hardware

Fitment
Fits crossbar width	0.8 in – 3.3 in (20 mm – 84 mm)
Fits crossbar height	0.8 in – 2.1 in (20 mm – 53 mm). Aluminum spacers are included for bars 1.6 in – 2.1 in (41 mm – 53 mm).
Minimum clearance	3.5 in (89 mm) between the tent mounting rail and the rack, so a hand can reach the knob. A credit card on its long edge is close to 3.5 in — if one fits, you are clear.
Hardware
Hardware size	M8 bolt, 13 mm hex head
Mounts per kit	4 per kit. A 6-pack is available direct for heavy tents and three-crossbar setups.
Materials	Aluminum slider plate and spacers; steel fasteners.
Time
Install	One-time install. Do the hard part once.
Removal	About 3 minutes, solo, no tools, after the first install.

Not sure it will fit? Text a photo of your rack to (303) 351-2227, Mon-Fri 9:30-4:30 MST.

Frequently Asked Questions

Will the Slipstream fit my tent and rack?

Short answer: probably, but three things have to line up. Your tent has to run Option A, B, or C hardware (most do). Your crossbar has to sit inside 0.75"–3.3" wide and 0.75"–2.1" tall. You need at least 3.5" of clearance between the top of your crossbar and the roof.

We have 32 tent brands confirmed and most major rack brands on file — Thule, Yakima, Rhino Rack, Prinsu, Sherpa, Front Runner, RSI, Billie Bars, OEM 4Runner and Tacoma crossbars, and more. Full matrix at tentmount.com/pages/tent-and-rack-compatibility-for-quick-release-mounts.

Which option do I need — A, B, or C?

It's set by the hardware inside your tent's mounting rail, not by the tent brand alone. Easiest way: open the rail and look.

Aluminum square plate that slides in the channel → Option A. Most tents use this.
Narrow ~9mm slot with a wider plate sitting inside behind it → Option B. Intrepid, James Baroud, Autohome, GFC Superlite, Roof Space 2, Trustmade, Ironman Swift, Naturnest Polaris.
Bare M8 bolt with a 13mm hex head, no plate at all → Option C. Inspired Overland, some Ironman, some older 23Zero Kabari/Armadillo, some Freespirit.

Not sure? Snap a photo of the inside of the rail and the original hardware and send it to sales@starksidegear.com. Photos are the fastest way — we answer these same-day.

Can I reach my crossbars to operate the mounts?

This is the question that matters most and the one most people skip. The Slipstream gets tightened and released from underneath the tent. You need to reach in with your wrist to the front AND rear crossbars, on both sides of the truck.

Racks that usually block this: Prinsu, Sherpa, TrailRax, Wescott, Cali Raised — anything with side plates. Front Runner Slimline II works with a rotation fit kit. OEM factory crossbars on a 4Runner or Tacoma? Usually fine. Front Runner flat platforms? Usually fine if the bars sit proud of the deck.

If you can't get your wrist to the crossbar, the Slipstream is wrong for you.

How much clearance do I need?

3.5 inches minimum for a standard setup with a hand knob. The long edge of a credit card is almost exactly 3.5" — slide one between the top of your crossbar and the roof. If it fits, you're in.

The full chart:

Standard + hand knob: 3.5" minimum clearance
Standard + wing nut: 3.0" minimum clearance
Tall crossbar (1.6"–2.1") + hand knob: 4.0" minimum clearance
Tall crossbar + wing nut: 3.5" minimum clearance

If you're right at the edge, swap the hand knob for the included wing nut and you get a half-inch back. If you're below 3.0", the Slipstream isn't the right tool.

Will the Slipstream work with my Prinsu, Sherpa, or Front Runner rack?

Depends on one thing: can you reach your wrist to the crossbars from underneath?

Prinsu and Sherpa: The mount clamps those bars fine — access is what stops people. Reaching the front mounts on a 4Runner is the specific failure, and it has driven more returns than any other setup. If your rack has side plates, assume no. Before you buy, do the wrist test on the front crossbar and email us photos of your rack.

Front Runner Slimline II: Works with the 1230 Wide Crossbar Fit Kit plus a rotation kit. The rotation kit lets the mount drop between slats. Kit prices on the product page.

Front Runner SlimSport: Works with the rotation fit kit.

Full rack matrix at tentmount.com/pages/tent-and-rack-compatibility-for-quick-release-mounts.

Will the Slipstream work with my OEM or factory rack?

Usually yes, if the crossbars are actual crossbars and not just rails. Toyota 4Runner and Tacoma factory crossbars (~2.0" × 0.75") are compatible and clearance is normally fine. Subaru Outback OEM crossbars work for most customers.

What kills an OEM rack for the Slipstream: crossbars taller than 2.1" (Rough Country adjustable bars are 3.25" — not compatible), clearance under 3.5", or a rack with no real crossbar at all — just a flat deck.

Do your mounts work with Gobi or other no-clearance racks?

Gobi racks — no. The slat design doesn't leave room for the Slipstream's clamp to seat properly, and clearance under the tent is too tight. We'll save you the return: email sales@starksidegear.com before ordering and we'll confirm your specific Gobi setup.

Other slat-only or low-clearance racks (Prinsu, Sherpa, TrailRax, UpTop, Wescott, Front Runner Slimline II): some work with a rotation fit kit, some don't. The access test is simple — can you reach your wrist between the tent and the rack to the crossbar? If yes, the Slipstream usually works. If no, email us before you order and we'll tell you straight whether it is worth trying.

How do I install the Slipstream? How long does it take?

Honest answer: initial install takes patience. It's like changing spark plugs against a firewall. You're working blind above your head, threading bolts into a rail you can't see. Plan on an afternoon, good lighting, and a beer afterward.

Once it's dialed in, you go from 30 minutes and a buddy required to 3 minutes completely solo, no tools. That's the trade. Do the hard part once.

The step-by-step install video is on the product page, and the printed manual ships in the box. Watch the video before you start — saves an hour.

Do I need spacers or lift brackets for my setup?

Spacers are for tall crossbars. If your crossbar is between 1.6" and 2.1" tall, aluminum spacers come in the box — you just install them. If your bars are under 1.6", you don't need them.

Lift brackets are a different situation. Some customers raise the tent above the rack to clear awning brackets, shovel mounts, or a roof fan. For those cases you need longer bolts and the right spacer stack. Spacers are sold in packs of 12; each bracket needs one spacer and one longer bolt.

Non-standard setup? The Wide Crossbar Fit Kit and Quick Release Lock ship as separate SKUs.

The included bolts are too short for my crossbar — what do I do?

This comes up with wide crossbars and bed racks. The bolts in the standard kit handle bars up to 3.3" wide. Wider than that, you need the 1230 Wide Crossbar Fit Kit.

If you're in the middle — a 3.15" Yakima WingBar or Thule AeroBlade — the standard bolts should work, but heavy padding or an unusual tent rail can eat that margin. Send an email with your crossbar dimensions and tent model and we'll ship the right bolts. Keep the short ones as spares.

Don't force a bolt that barely catches. A few threads of engagement is not enough for a 150 lb tent at highway speed.

How fast will my order ship?

Mounts and hardware: US orders ship free via USPS, 5–7 business days door to door. Orders leave our Denver warehouse in about 2 business days. We ship Monday through Saturday.

Rooftop tents are different. They ship freight, not parcel, and freight is charged at the tent maker’s own rate — $120 to $350 to the lower 48 depending on the tent. The carrier calls ahead to book a delivery window. See the tent questions on any bundle page for the detail.

Holiday weekends can add a day or two. If your tracking hasn’t updated in 72 hours, email sales@starksidegear.com and we’ll chase it.

Do you ship internationally?

Yes — Canada, Australia, UAE, Europe, and most of the rest of the world. International shipping is not free and isn't quoted at checkout. Email sales@starksidegear.com with your address and we'll send a shipping quote.

Two things to know:

Customs fees, duties, and VAT are the buyer's responsibility (Europe and UK especially).
International orders are final sale. No returns across borders.

We've shipped to customers in UAE, Australia, and Canada regularly. It works — we just want you to have the full picture before you buy.

How do I return something?

Email sales@starksidegear.com with your order number and the reason. We'll check it against the policy below and send return authorization if it qualifies — nothing ships back without one.

The policy, no surprises:

30-day window from purchase date
10% restocking fee if unopened, 20% if opened or installed
$9 return shipping deducted from the refund (we email you the label)
International orders are final sale
RMA required before you ship — returns without an RMA number won't be processed

Do you have a discount code or current promotion?

We don't run seasonal sales or blast discount codes. Price is the price — it's what keeps the business stable enough to answer your compatibility question on a Saturday.

A couple of exceptions worth knowing:

The Slipstream + ceiling hoist bundle is sometimes pre-discounted. No extra code needed — the bundle price reflects it.
Industry and trade customers: email sales@starksidegear.com with a quick note about your shop or brand. We handle those one at a time.

Do you offer a military, veteran, or first responder discount?

Yes — 5% for active military, veterans, law enforcement, and fire/EMS. Email sales@starksidegear.com before you order and we'll send a code. No ID needed — we'll take your word for it.

Thanks for your service. Happy to do it.

What is the difference between the Condor 2 and the Condor Overland 2?

The shell. The Condor 2 uses a Rooftex PC/ABS shell with an internal aluminium frame. The Overland 2 is stamped aluminium honeycomb with accessory channels along it, so you can carry gear on top of the tent.

That costs weight: 180 lb against 145 lb on the Regular, 240 lb against 170 lb on the XL.

Buy the Overland if you need to mount things to the tent. If you do not, the Condor 2 is lighter and easier on your rack.

Can I get more than 4 mounts — for a third crossbar or six mounting points?

Yes. The 6-pack isn't on the website but we sell it direct for heavy tents and three-crossbar setups. Front Runner specs 6–8 points for a 178 lb tent — that's who this is for.

Email sales@starksidegear.com with your tent weight, rack, and how many crossbars you're running. We'll confirm the configuration and send a direct invoice.

If you're on two crossbars with a tent under 150 lb, stick with the 4-pack. More mounts is not the answer — correct mounts, correctly installed, is.

Does it lock? Can I add theft protection?

For real theft protection, pair the Slipstream with the Gatekeeper locking mount. Two Gatekeepers on one diagonal corner, two Slipstreams on the other diagonal — that's the most common setup. You still get quick-release on half the tent, and the other half is bolted down and locked.

If you only need to slow someone down, you can add a Quick Release Lock or a standard 1/2" receiver hitch pin lock to the Slipstream's clevis pin. Cover plate over the lock nuts is what makes the Gatekeeper bolt-cutter resistant — a pin alone can't match that.

See tentmount.com/products/roof-top-tent-locking-mount.

What's included in the kit?

This kit includes 4 roof top tent mounts. They arrive fully assembled, but installation steps are required. Spacers are also included if needed, but they need reassembly to install. Follow the steps in the instruction manual that ships in the box.

What if it still doesn't fit?

First we try to solve it. Send photos of your rail and crossbar and we'll work the fit problem with you — that part is free and it usually gets there.

If it still doesn't fit, you have 30 days from purchase to return or exchange. The terms: 10% restocking fee if unopened, 20% if opened or installed, and you need an RMA from us before anything ships back. Email sales@starksidegear.com to start it.

Is your site accessible?

tentmount.com targets WCAG 2.1 Level AA — the bar most U.S. courts cite as the minimum for a public commercial site. We audited the site on May 7, 2026 with axe-core, Pa11y, Lighthouse, and a manual NVDA + Firefox keyboard pass. Findings, what we fixed, what's still imperfect, and the dates we expect to ship fixes all live at /pages/accessibility-statement.

If you hit something on the site that gets in your way, email sales@starksidegear.com or call/text (303) 351-2227. We'll route around it or take the order by phone.

How do I reach you? What are your hours?

Email: sales@starksidegear.com. Call or text: (303) 351-2227. Hours: Monday–Saturday, 9:30am–6:30pm MST. We're based in Buena Vista, Colorado.

Email is best — you can attach photos of your tent rail and crossbar and we can answer without back-and-forth. Phone and text work too if email isn't handy.

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Just what I needed

I have an OVS tent which is great, but the mounts are simple and a bit clunky.
The rack on my 4runner is a Greenland Offroad rack an dis pretty low profile, so my options are limited.
I use 12 inch sections of additional series 15 extruded rails as "risers". Without these, the mounts would not work since the knobs would contact my roof.
I also mount a 180 awning on the driver side, which prohibits tent opening if the tent Is centered on the truck.
The Vanultra mount are clean and elegant and strong.
With these mounts I can easily losen them and slide the ten to the passenger side at camp to be able to use the tent and mount together.
I spoke with Trevor several times pre and post purchase and he was super helpful in both helping me determine which mounts would work for me and how to best set things up.
Great folks, great product!

idea is great! Hardware didn’t fit my extrusions.

The mount idea is great but the hardware choices didn’t fit my extrusions on my tent. So of course I had to modify them by installing regular hex head bolts. They don’t slide well so the mounts bind a lot in the track which means they aren’t that quick to set up. Also if you are installing on a topper getting wrench underneath to tighten things down can be very problematic. I had to mark the location of the fixed mount then prop up the tent over the cross bars so I could get in and tighten the fixed mounts. Over all the initial set up took about 2.5 hrs including swapping out all the bolts so I had something I could use. I wish they had better options for the bolt head type. I think mine is just what they call 20/20 extrusion. We’ll see how easy removal goes today. They did hold the tent great on the trip.

Great product for a quick release solution for your RTT

Great product for a quick release solution for your RTT. I haven’t had to remove the RTT since I installed it, but the install was super quick, compared to having to use the saddle brackets. Glad I came across this product and company.

My application for this product is somewhat unique

My application for this product is somewhat unique. I have a clamshell-style rooftop tent mounted to a small off-road trailer. Because of my driver-side awning, the tent needs to slide outward to open fully, then return to the center of the trailer for travel.

Previously, using standard mounts made this a chore that required tools every time. These quick-release mounts have turned that into a seamless task. While I don’t actually remove the tent from the trailer, the ability to quickly loosen, slide, and re-tighten the mounts by hand is a game changer. They are high-quality, easy to operate, and worked perfectly for my specific setup.

Innovative Product!

Previous install caused me to wrench for 1/2 hr to bolt up. This gets old quick if you want to remove after your trip each time! With this design, install is extremely simple! It’s not cheap in price, but the quality of this is top notch. I did have an issue with T bolts not fitting in my FSR rooftop tent. So I reached out to get advice and Trevor promptly contacted me! Great product and even better customer service! You will not be disappointed!

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