Peak PS
At Up and Under in Cardiff, UK, we proudly stock a wide selection of high-performance kayaking and watersports gear from Peak PS (formerly Peak UK). With over 30 years of innovation, Peak Paddlesports is a world-leading brand known for designing durable, athlete-tested equipment - from buoyancy aids (PFDs) and kayak jackets to spraydecks and thermal layers.
Founded in 1990 by slalom racer Pete Astles, Peak PS was born out of frustration with ill-fitting gear. Pete began creating his own designs, which rapidly gained attention among competitive paddlers. What started as a small, independent effort has since evolved into one of the most respected names in global paddlesports, worn by Olympic athletes and trusted by top kayaking professionals worldwide. Manufactured in Derbyshire, England, Peak PS products are known for their quality, innovation, and attention to detail. In 2021, the brand rebranded as Peak Paddlesports (Peak PS) and launched Peak EU to streamline European distribution post-Brexit. Today, Peak continues to lead the way in paddlesport gear, producing cutting-edge products for canoe slalom, whitewater kayaking, SUP, and more.
Explore our full range of Peak PS gear online or in-store at Up and Under – official UK stockist for Peak Paddlesports.
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Neoskin Kidz Pants
The Peak PS Neoskin Kidz Pants are tough and warm neoprene trousers that have been specifically designed for children. Based on the design of Peak's adult range of neoprene, ensuring the best materials and construction possible. These pants are great for watersports like canoeing, kayaking, SUP and pretty much anything else.
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Neoskin Combi Sleeves
The Peak PS Neoskin Combi Sleeves are the perfect addition to the Combi Jacket. They will turn your shorty into a long sleeved cag for if or when it gets chilly.
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Explorer Salopettes Evo
The Peak PS Explorer Salopettes Evo are Peak's top-end sea touring pants. They feature a unique 10mm double ended YKK Aqualseal entry zipper, as well as fully waterproof socks. Made from X4 'bombproof' fabric, the Explorer Salopettes are perfect for sea kayaking, canoeing and touring in all weather conditions.
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Storm Pants X4 Evo
The Peak PS Storm Pants X4 Evo are made from heavyweight X4 recycled nylon and have reinforced knees, seat and ankles for increased durability. There are twin shoulder straps and a double waist with an adjustable Velcro closure, which provides excellent fit and protection. These trousers also feature a waterproof YKK 10mm Aquaseal front fly, fully taped seams and a DBS boot ready neo outer ankle seal system.
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Headcase
The Peak PS Neoskin Headcase is a thin neoprene kayak hat that provides added warmth on cold winter kayaking trips. They are generally thin enough so you can fit them under your kayaking helmet. Peak UK have designed this Headcase with a thin 1mm neoprene construction, it also has a very thin fleece covering for added warmth and comfort. A neoprene skull cap is well worth considering if you're a regular boater and should help prevent you getting surfers ear and brain freeze!
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Standard Deck
The Peak PS Standard Deck is a great entry-level neoprene sprayskirt for various kayak activities like Canoe Slalom, Canoe Polo, Whitewater, or sea kayaking. It offers a secure yet easily removable fit with its rugged 4mm neoprene construction and shock cord edge for sealing. The seamless deck panel ensures a dry experience, and the top of the deck is reinforced with latex print for added durability. Latex sealing on the waist tube and seam connecting the body tube enhances performance.
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Deluxe 2.5L Evo Jacket
The Peak PS Deluxe 2.5L Evo Jacket is a reliable cag jacket that's suitable for all extreme white-water conditions. It's been constructed from recycled 2.5 layer post-industrial nylon with tough reinforced shoulder and elbow areas. It has double neck, wrist and waist seals for ultimate protection, as well as fully taped seams and sewn drainage holes between neck seals.
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Bladder
The Peak PS 2 Litre Bladder is the perfect way to maintain optimum performance levels whilst on the water. It's especially suited for use alongside the Explorer Zip, Ocean Wrap and Marathon Racer PFD's from Peak and comes with a hose clip included. This bladder has a 2 litre capacity, with measurement marks for 0.5L. 1.0L and 2L, so if you're mixing in water treatment or electrolyte tablets you can be sure to get your ratios correct. The Peak PS Bladder will help prevent dehydration on the water, and in turn stop your performance from suffering!
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Neoskin Kidz Strides
The Peak PS Neoskin Kidz Strides are a tough and warm 3/4 length neoprene pant designed especially for children. Based on Peak's adult range of neoprene gear - ensuring the best materials and construction possible. These strides are perfect for watersports like kayaking, canoeing, SUP and pretty much anything else.
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Throwline
The Peak PS Throwline uses a unique, super-strong ring system that's tough, lightweight and easy to clip. It also has a comfy handle that makes packing it away quick an easy. The new press stud compliments the easy open / close cam buckle system. The 9.5mm rope is tested to EN1981 for essential kayaking safety equipment.
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Marathon Racer PFD
The Peak PS Marathon Racer PFD is designed for paddlers looking for a low profile, high performance fit but with plenty of storage and hydration options, including a rear H2O bladder pocket and a front pocket large enough to fit a drinks bottle with stiff straw. The Marathon Racer has proven hugely popular with distance paddlers, explorers, and Stand Up Paddleboarders.
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Storm Pants X2.5 Evo Women's
The Peak PS Storm Pants X2.5 Evo (Women's) are a great choice to pair with your kayak cag and will keep your lower legs protected from any unwanted splashes. They're made with a midweight x2.5 recycled nylon and the women's version has a double waist for easy entry/exit. These pants also benefit from fully taped seams and an articulated cut with bent knees and seat.
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River Vest PFD
The Peak PS River Vest PFD is a tough and versatile kayaking buoyancy aid that offers plenty of storage and adjustment options. The design of this PFD has been kept simple but it still offers excellent levels of performance and is a great choice for whitewater, flat water and kayak surfing. The base platform design for the River Vest is the same as the Slalom PFD that was used by Team GB at the London 2012 Olympic games.
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Tourlite Short Jacket
The Peak PS Tourlite Short is the ideal choice of jacket for warm weather canoe and kayak touring. The Tourlite is made using breathable and durable X2.5, lightweight polyester with 10m waterproofing and features Peak PS's own Aquaout, sustainable Bioprene neck, arm and waist seals. This jacket also has a handy zip pocket with recycled YKK zips to keep your essentials safe while you're on the water.
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Kidz Long John
The Peak PS Kidz Long John is a tough and durable shoulder entry wetsuit, specifically designed for young children. It's been designed in the same style of the adult version, ensuring the best materials and construction possible. Perfect for watersports like kayaking, canoeing, SUP and pretty much anything else.
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Explorer Deck
The Peak PS Explorer Deck, a high performance neoprene spraydeck that is ideal for the toughest and most demanding sea kayaking conditions. This sea kayak spraydeck is available in three sizes for a near perfect fit. The Peak Explorer Deck features a full neoprene construction, which includes both the deck and also the waist tube. All the seams are then blind stitched and latex sealed. The deck features a tough and durable 4mm tough faced neoprene construction. It also incorporates a reinforced print on the top for added protection. Whilst the edge of the spraydeck is fitted with a 10mm shockcord for a snug secure fit. The underside of the deck also has a grippy silicone print, this enhances the grip to the kayak even further.
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Kidz Zip PFD
The Peak PS Kidz Zip PFD is the new gold standard in floatation devices for children. It's been made using highly specified materials, components and construction methods to ensure optimum safety, ease-of-use and fun for the kids! This fully ISO 100 approved lifejacket comes in two fun animal designs and is packed full of helpful features such as a zip-opening front, whistle, rear grab handle and extra secure crotch, waist and side straps.
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Ocean Wrap Women's PFD
The Peak PS Ocean Wrap (Women's) is Peak's award winning, high specification PFD for sea kayaking. This buoyancy vest has a unique, wrap-around design and thanks to its selection of pockets, it offers plenty of storage space for all of you your kayaking essentials. The women's version of this vest features an innovative chest foam layout, giving you maximum levels of comfort and the perfect fit.
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Racer Pro PFD
The Peak PS Racer Pro PFD has been worn by multiple Olympic, World and European champions across the globe. It's not only great for competition paddlers, but also perfect for SUP, touring and fitness paddling. The Racer Pro has a low profile design that delivers maximum performance and comfort, without restriction. It features figure hugging shoulder adjustment, integrated side straps and Gaia environmentally friendly soft floatation foam.
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Explorer Zip Women's PFD
The Peak PS Explorer Zip Women's PFD is the first choice of hardened explorers and professional guides all over the world. It benefits from having several different sized storage pockets to keep your radio, flares, hydration and other essential kit in while you're out on the water. The women's version also features stepped chest foam for increased comfort.
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Neoprene Socks
The Peak PS Neoprene Socks are a fantastic addition to the kit bag for any watersports participant. Whether you are canoeing, kayaking or stand-up paddle boarding. If you’re feet get a bit cold, and you want some additional warmth. These will do the job. They can be used within another water shoe, or they can be worn on their own. The Peak Neoprene socks come supplied as a pair in UK sizes, they feature a 2.5mm neoprene construction and the seams are mausered and taped for the best levels of durability. The base of the sock features a grippy silicone print for some added grip.
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River Wrap PFD
The Peak PS River Wrap PFD buoyancy aid features a front entry system and an innovative chest foam layout, which provides unparalleled comfort and fit. The River Wrap's unique construction has been cleverly thought out and includes split D rings for a cowstail attachment, as well as several pocket options for storing items such as your knife, karabiners and other essentials you may need to keep close to hand.
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Whitewater Deck
The Peak PS Whitewater Deck is a tough and durable spraydeck designed to be used to the extreme. Whilst designed for whitewater kayaking, it will also be suitable for sea kayaking. This neoprene spraydeck is available in four sizes and fits a vast range of kayaks. The Peak Whitewater deck features a blend of 4- and 4.5-mm neoprene in the construction. All the seams are then blind stitched and latex sealed. The deck secures to the kayak via a 11mm shockcord edge, the fit is then enhanced by the addition of the gripply silicone print on the underside. This really does offer a snug and secure fit.
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River Guide PFD
The Peak PS River Guide (men's) PFD is a strong competitor for the best whitewater PFD out there and it's packed full of unique features. The River Guide benefits from having a range of storage options, including a huge front pocket and various other specific easy-access pockets for all your kayaking essentials. The cut of this PFD is the same as the cut used in the Slalom Kayak PFDs worn by Team GB in the London 2012 Olympics.
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Polo Custom PFD
Enjoyed by many of the world’s top national and domestic canoe polo teams, the Polo Custom PFD is the gold standard in the Polo PFD market. Superb protection with ultimate freedom of movement.
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Explorer Zip PFD
The Peak PS Explorer Zip PFD is their best selling PFD for sea kayaking and touring, it is also ISO approved. The Explorer has a clean lined cut for an increased range of movement and to reduce chaffing. It also has figure hugging shoulder adjusters for an improved fit and added comfort. It is lined with a nylon shell and benefits from storage features which are compatible with a radio, flare and rear hydration pockets, plus two large chest pockets. It also comes equipped with reflective stripes and a whistle.
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Nylon Deck
The Peak PS Nylon Deck comes in four deck sizes for a tailored fit and features a single-sized waist tube with a drawstring for precise adjustment. Braces provide constant support, making it ideal for beginners. Its nylon construction guarantees waterproofing, with taped seams for added protection. Easily adaptable to various kayak types, from recreational to touring, this spray deck offers hassle-free on/off with a front release handle for quick removal during emergencies.
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River Vest Women's PFD
The Peak PS River Vest (Women's) PFD is a great choice if you're getting into whitewater kayaking and other areas of the sport. Peak PS have designed this Women's PFD to feature a very similar design to the regular Peak River Vest. However on this ladies version, the front foam panel is slightly thinner at the top, the rest of the foam from this area has then been spread out around the rest of the PFD.
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Ocean Wrap PFD
The Peak PS Ocean Wrap PFD features a unique construction that allows for the women's sizes to feature an innovative chest foam layout, which delivers unparalleled comfort and fit. This award winning buoyancy aid is a great choice for sea kayaking and touring use, it has a front entry system, but with the added storage, safety and comfort of a vest.
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River Wrap Women's PFD
The Peak PS River Wrap (Women's) PFD is a front opening PFD for whitewater kayaking that has a unique, wrap-around construction. It's designed specifically for female kayakers and has been loaded with great features. The River Wrap has a fantastic range of movement and flexibility, giving you optimum freedom whilst on the water. Overall, this PFD offers unparalleled comfort and fit and was the winner of Product of the Year at Paddle Expo.
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Tourlite Zip Women's PFD
The Peak PS Tourlite Zip (Women's) is a great choice of PFD if you're looking for a simple but high-quality option for kayaking or sea touring. It's waist and side adjusters are super easy to adjust and the two large chest pockets offer ample storage for essential kit, hydration and safety equipment. The women's version features stepped chest foam for a better fit to the female body shape.
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Tourlite Zip PFD
The Peak PS Tourlite Zip is a great choice of PFD if you're looking for a simple but high-quality option for kayaking or sea touring. It's waist and side adjusters are super easy to adjust and the two large chest pockets offer ample storage for essential kit, hydration and safety equipment.
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