Finance is subject to application, financial circumstances and borrowing history. Performance Cycling Limited FRN: 720557 trading as Tredz are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. We are a credit broker not a lender – credit is subject to status and affordability and is provided by Mitsubishi HC Capital UK PLC. Terms & Conditions Apply. If you look at the Flare from the side, you begin to notice something apart from its color: its shape. The side profile is noticeably triangular, starting off slim at the top and widening toward the bottom. This bottom-heavy shape persists even when you release the side compression straps. More importantly, it affects impacts how well weight is distributed. Also notably absent from the Flare is a sternum strap. Those who like to use one on a daily basis will be disappointed by this omission. However, we honestly don’t feel it’s necessary for the Flare, even at 27 liters. Osprey Flare | Nope, those aren’t speed holes; they’re for ventilation. Side tension straps are linked to the hipbelt. By tightening these straps you can stabilise the load but reduce the hipbelt flexibility. Where balance is critical tightening them can help you feel more secure. However, if you are striding out over easy terrain it’s better to loosen these straps to allow full hip flexibility.