[MENTION=108130]Friolles[/MENTION] i have a cheap 42" curved auxbeam that mounted up. it was a very tight fit, which required 2 people to muscle into place, and the curved brackets gobi provided are extended as far outward as possible.
I put an inexpensive 40" bar on front and 2 * on rear. I cant afford a light bar that is almost the same cost as the roof rack at this point. I am saving for a suspension
Tech Specs:
40" Auxbeam 5D 240w dual row S/F combo IP68.
8"s Type S 39W Spot only IP67 rgb control
Here is the front view
You pose a good question. Aesthetically I like the multi light setup better with the two vertical bars up front (obviously these are covered with a light bar one you get one). It also would appear to be stronger (also not saying the light bar design is actually weaker or would make a difference in the real world).
But if I decided to not use a light bar, it looks better with the two supports I think