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Welcome to the Pyranha Kayaks brand page at Up and Under, your trusted UK retailer based in Cardiff, South Wales - just 10 minutes from the Cardiff International White Water Centre. As an official Pyranha Kayaks stockist, we supply a wide range of high-performance whitewater and recreational kayaks from one of the most respected kayak manufacturers in the world.
Founded in 1971, Pyranha has a rich history of innovation and engineering excellence in kayak design. Pioneering multiple industry firsts, Pyranha is known for pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in whitewater performance. Key milestones include:
1976: Launch of the Pyranha Everest, their first serious whitewater kayak (fibreglass).
1982: First use of computer-controlled kayak manufacturing.
1986: Release of the Rotobat - the world’s first super-short kayak.
1993: Introduction of the Acrobat, the first kayak with a planing hull.
1997: Launch of the InaZone, the first kayak available in three sizes.
2002: Expansion into North America with Pyranha USA.
2004–2005: Acquisition of P & H Custom Sea Kayaks and Mobile Adventure, the foundation of Venture Canoes & Kayaks.
Today, Pyranha continues to lead the way in kayak innovation, delivering cutting-edge designs for whitewater enthusiasts, adventure paddlers, and competitive athletes alike.
Pyranha Mouldings Ltd, the parent company, also owns:
P & H Custom Sea Kayaks
Revenge Polo Kayaks
Venture Canoes & Kayaks
Driven by the philosophy "Made by Enthusiasts, for Enthusiasts", Pyranha is proudly independent, UK-owned, and committed to designing, testing, and manufacturing all of their kayaks in-house in the UK. Every product reflects decades of paddling passion and technical expertise.
Why Buy Pyranha Kayaks from Up and Under?
Authorised UK stockist with expert staff
Convenient Cardiff location near CIWW
Wide range of Pyranha models in stock
Advice from real paddlers with first-hand experience
Support from a business committed to the paddling community
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R.One Connect
The Pyranha R.One Connect is a high-performance half-slice whitewater kayak that brings back the fun of the original Ripper, perfect for river running, surfing, and stern squirting. Lightweight, responsive, and packed with volume, it’s ideal for paddlers seeking playful control at an unbeatable price.
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Helectron Elite
The Pyranha Helectron Elite is a high-performance freestyle kayak, co-designed with GuiGui-Prod to deliver next-level agility, precision, and style. Based on the proven Helixir platform, it's built for elite paddlers seeking explosive performance in waves, holes, surf, or flatwater.
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Ripper 2 Elite
The Pyranha Ripper 2 Elite half-slice kayak delivers next-level whitewater performance with increased bow rocker, a wider hull for better stability, and easier vertical play. Available in Small, Medium, and Large, it's the ultimate choice for paddlers looking to surf more waves, drop the tail effortlessly, and get recklessly vertical on the river.
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Machno Connect
The Pyranha Machno Connect is a high-volume creek kayak built for stability, precision, and confidence in steep, technical whitewater. Featuring a balanced rocker, wide planing hull, and Stout 2 outfitting, it’s designed for powerful boofs, smooth landings, and full control in big water. Tested on real rivers like Afon Machno and refined by Team Pyranha worldwide.
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ReactR Elite
The Pyranha ReactR Elite features Pyranha's most innovative design yet, opening new doors within the world of creek and river running for kayakers of all abilities. The ReactR features an entirely new style of hull, with a perfectly positioned pivot point and two planing surfaces, one in front and another behind, which can be switched between with ease. This means the boat is stable both when landing a drop on the bow and when planing out of features on the tail. This isn't just a kayak – it's a statement about Pyranha's commitment to leading the charge and progressing the sport through design innovation.
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Seat Liner
For replacement P&H Connect Seat, chose the Stout option.
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Ion Stout
The Pyranha Ion Stout, offered in three sizes, is a versatile crossover kayak perfect for a range of waters, from calm canals to Grade 2 rivers and lakes. Its contemporary design incorporates a retractable skeg for superior speed and manoeuvrability. The kayak boasts a spacious, easy-to-access cockpit, moulded thigh braces for enhanced control, a padded seat for comfort, and adjustable pedal footrests and backrest for added support. With a rear hatch and bulkhead, ample space is provided for essentials, ensuring a delightful and comfortable paddling journey.
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Burn III Connect
The Pyranha Burn III Connect is available in two sizes (M and L) and is a classic river running kayak known for its outstanding performance. It features a spacious cockpit with a fully adjustable backrest system, padded seat and connect thigh grips for optimal comfort. The kayak includes a bulkhead footrest, step-out pillar with a hull stiffener, rear minicell foam pillar and multiple securing bars/clip points for enhanced safety. With a moderate amount of hull rocker and rails for responsive turns, it's designed for manoeuvrability and quick resurfacing after drops.
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Pyranha Stout 2 Hooker Thigh Grip Attachments
The Pyranha Stout 2 Hooker Thigh Grip Attachments can be quickly installed and adjusted to give you increased connectivity, security, and control on the water. Consisting of a foam padded, curved HDPE plate, Pyranha Hooker Attachments bolt to your kayak's existing thigh grips and wrap over your thigh to provide a closer fit for finer edge control and heightened grip on the kayak when pushing your limits or rolling in rougher water.
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Firecracker Stout 2
The Pyranha Firecracker Stout 2 is a highly versatile river running playboat that is available in three different sizes for a near perfect fit. It also incorporates the revolutionary Pyranha Stout 2 kayak outfitting, which provides optimum levels of comfort, performance and safety. The Pyranha Firecracker features a high volume bow offering plenty of foot room, whilst the stern of the kayak is kept short. The mid length rails offer a bit of carving ability. However the stern rails are rounded to make for ease of release whilst on a wave, whilst the flat planning hull offers explosive freestyle fun. The Firecracker Stout 2 really is a boat that will give hours of unlimited performance. Whether you want to play on a wave or get stuck into a hole, it really does provide lots of river fun!
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Scorch X Stout 2
The Pyranha Scorch X Stout 2 is a single sized river running kayak that is suitable for paddlers between 70 to 115kg. Whilst this is described as a river running kayak, it takes some of its heritage from the ever-popular Pyranha Scorch Series. However, the Scorch X is a longer boat than many. So, while it is great for river running it really is great on big bouncy water where you want to skip down the river and not really stop and play, this boat is designed to be fast! The Scorch X also incorporates the Stout 2 kayak outfitting which offers great levels of comfort and safety whilst also delivering the highest levels of performance. The cockpit is easy to get in and out, the padded seat offers comfort. Whilst the adjustable backrest and bulkhead footrest offer lots of support for a good posture in the kayak.
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Pyranha Stout 2 Hip Pads
The Pyranha Stout 2 Hip Pad Kit is compatible with all Pyranha kayaks featuring the Stout 2 outfitting. It also works well with most other kayaks, offering an upgrade to enhance boat connectivity and comfort.
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Full Plate Footrest Side Bars
The Pyranha Full Plate Footrest Side Bars are aluminum components that connect the Full Plate Footrest to the kayak's bolts. These side bars feature multiple holes, enabling adjustable footrest positioning for customised comfort and fit.
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Brass Centred Wheelnut
The Pyranha Brass-Centered Wheel Nuts are a crucial component for securing your footrest properly. A loose footrest can pose unnecessary risks. These kayak footrest bolts come in two size options: 6mm, which is compatible with most boats from 2009 to the present, and 8mm, designed for boats manufactured before 2009. These nuts are sold individually. It's advisable to keep some spares in your safety kit, especially for extended multi-day paddling trips.
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12R Stout 2
The Pyranha 12R Stout 2, a top end whitewater river running kayak that offers great levels of forward speed.
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Fusion II Stout
The Pyranha Fusion II Stout is a highly versatile crossover kayak available in three sizes of Small, Medium and Large. It's perfect for exploring various waterways, from tranquil lakes and calm canals to easy whitewater rivers, the Fusion II offers an exhilarating yet comfortable paddling experience. Featuring a comfortable padded seat, adjustable thigh braces, and a full plate footrest, the cockpit ensures comfort and safety for paddlers of all levels. The rear of the kayak is equipped with a foam bulkhead and rear hatch, providing ample storage for gear and essentials.
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Fusion Duo Stout
Whether you're tandem sea kayaking, adventure touring with a partner or introducing a friend to whitewater, the Pyranha Fusion Duo Stout handles it all comfortably. Built on the same world-renowned performance as the Fusion, the Fusion Duo is versatile, accommodating various paddler combinations for an enjoyable experience, no matter the type of water you're navigating.
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Scorch Stout 2
The Pyranha Scorch Stout 2 is a great river running kayak that offers great levels of comfort and performance. This whitewater kayak comes in three sizes for a near perfect fit. There is Scorch Small, Scorch Medium and also a Scorch Large. (There is a 4th size, the Scorch X. Primarily a longer version of the Scorch Medium for more speed.) The Scorch comes fully fitted with the Pyranha Stout 2 Outfitting, this offers some of the best levels of comfort, performance and Safety. Pyranha have designed the scorch to be slightly longer than boats such as the Machno. It also has a harder set of rails that also help to achieve a flatter planing hull. However will make it slightly less forgiving, but it will make it slightly more fun when on a river wave.
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Retractable Skeg
The Pyranha retractable skeg is a great upgrade for selected kayaks. It will help to keep you in a straight line and therefor improve your directional stability. This skeg will only fit selected kayaks that have a moulded in skeg box, all of them are in the Pyranha range. It currently fits models such as the Pyranha Master TG, TG Lite, Fusion and also the Fusion Sit on Top.
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Rebel Connect
The Pyranha Rebel Connect is a great junior kayak. Designed with kids in mind, this kayak is packed with great design features. It's deal for junior paddlers between 20-50kg in weight and features a reduced length and width that's ergonomically designed to fit the child perfectly. Comes with front and rear grab handles and also a rear deck safety point.
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Plastic Welding Rods
The Pyranha Plastic Welding Rods are a valuable addition to your repair kit, especially for extended trips on challenging whitewater. They are compatible with recent Pyranha Kayak models and ideal for fixing plastic shell splits.
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Ozone Stout 2
The Pyranha Ozone Stout 2 is influenced by models like the ProZone, InaZone, and Z.One, it delivers playful mid-rapid experiences, eddy line freestyle, and an overall enjoyable paddling experience. With a progressive rocker profile, it ensures dry rides on waves, efficient planing, and accommodates various moves. Ample volume maintains stability, and its moderate length allows manoeuvrability for diverse play opportunities. In summary, the Ozone promises exciting fun for paddlers of all levels.
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Thigh Grips (with Ratchets)
The Pyranha Thigh Grips with ratchets, these are the thigh braces that are often found in the Pyranha Connect kayaks. They generally are not kept in stock as each kayak is often slightly different. They do all have one common feature, they all feature the thigh brace ratchet which links into the kayak back rest so you can trim the fit to perfection. A well-fitting thigh brace will enhance the performance of any kayak!
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Thigh Grips (with no Ratchets)
The Pyranha Thigh Grips (with no Ratchets) are often found fitted in mid-range kayaks. Pyranha have used these great thigh braces in their sport spec, their rapid spec and also some of the connect river spec kayaks. They offer the same great levels of support as the more advanced thigh grips but they don’t have the ratchets to control the fit of the backrest.
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Thigh Grip Fixing Kit
The Pyranha thigh grip fixing kit is ideal for when you need to refit your kayak thigh braces. If you have lost some of the nuts, bolts and washers, this thigh grip fixing kit comes with all the necessary bits you need.
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Pyranha Self-Adhesive Foam Roll
The Pyranha Self-Adhesive Foam Roll is perfect for a myriad of uses when outfitting your kayak, this foam roll measures approximately 50x50cm, and is constructed from 5mm thick mini-cell foam which makes it comfortable, durable and non-absorbent. The strong adhesive on the back of the foam allows you to quickly and securely fit it anywhere inside the boat.
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Backband Strap
The Pyranha Backband Strap is a great choice for enhancing or substituting your current kayak backrest, providing improved adjustability. It complements kayaks equipped with ratchet-controlled thigh braces.
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Drop Forged Anodised Aluminium Grab Handle with Fittings
The Pyranha Aluminium Handle, comes complete with the fittings required to secure it to your chosen kayak. This is the most superior kayak grab handle available, with the highest standards of construction. This is made by no other than DMM Climbing based in Llanberis, North Wales.
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Drop Forged Anodised Aluminium Rescue Bar with Fittings
The Pyranha aluminium security bar helps to give the highest levels of safety as it gives a good tie in / anchor point on your white water kayak for that all essential rescue!
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