Watersports
Up and Under Watersports
Welcome to the watersports section of our website. Up and Under has been supplying watersports equipment since the business opened in 1977. We have a massive amount of knowledge and experience. We are also the largest Canoe and Kayak Store in South Wales and are only 10 minutes drive from, The Cardiff International White Water Centre. (CIWW) If you want to get wet, we will help you get on the water!
We cover an exciting range of watersports equipment that comes from the best suppliers and manufacturers.
For the latest ranges of kit, delve deeper into your chosen category. We also often have some great deals on end of line products. These can be found in the watersports sale section below.
For the new season of 2024, we are very proud to welcome the following new brands to our portfolio!
Our watersports section is broken down into 12 main areas, which are detailed below.
Body Boarding and Surfing - Body Boards, Wetsuits, Rash Vests and Beach Essentials. All of the key components for a family beach holiday. Watersports Brands Stocked - Australian Board Company, Circle One, Dryrobe and Jobe.
Clothing - PFDs, Kayak Jackets, Changing Towels, Watersports Shoes, Drysuits, Rash Vest and Thermals and Trousers and Shorts to name but a few. All the best items to stay warm and comfortable whilst kayaking on the river. Watersports Brands Stocked - Adidas, Bestard, Circle One, Crewsaver, Dryrobe, Jobe, La Sportiva, Nookie, Palm, Peak PS, Sweet Protection and Yak.
Competition Kayaking - Whether your into Canoe Polo, Sprint Kayaking or Canoe Slalom, This is the place to locate your required kit. Whether it is a pair of Paddles, a Kayak or a piece of kayak outfitting, the chances are we will be able to help. Watersports Brands Stocked - Canoe Polo Zone, Combat, Exo Kayaks, Mikasa, Revenge and Streamlyte.
Inflatable Kayaking - If you looking for a small and compact inflatable kayak, to go into the garage of your motorhome. Or something for backpacking and packrafting in Scotland. This is the place to look. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Kokopelli, Seago, Streamlyte and TNP
Open Canoeing - If your looking to keep with tradition and take to the water in a Canadian Canoe, this is the area to be. An open canoe is great for family use and also then enables you to partake in canoe camping trips and bushcraft adventures. Watersports Brands Stocked - Ainsworth, Bending Branches, Eckla, Hou Canoes, Palm, Peak PS, Ruk Sport, Silverbirch Canoes, TNP, Venture Canoes, Werner and Whetman Equipment.
Outdoor Swimming - One of the new areas of watersports for Us. Whether your trying your first triathlon and looking for an open water swimsuit. Or if your a regular lake swimmer or if you are looking at cold water dipping. This is the place to find your Swimming Gloves, Skull Caps, Tow Floats and Goggles. We also sell Masks, Fins and Underwater Scooters for Snorkelling. Watersports Brands Stocked - Dryrobe, Jobe, Palm, Typhoon and Zone3
Recreational Touring - This is all about spending quality time on the water. Whether your enjoying coastal kayaking tours or whether you want to do some canal kayak routes. We have the correct selection of kayaking equipment for you. The recreational kayak selection here all offer enhanced directional stability, offer basic storage for a great day on the water. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Dagger, Islander Kayaks, Kajak Sport, Nookie, P & H Kayaks, Palm, Pyranha, Streamlyte, Tootega Kayaks and TNP
Stand Up Paddle Boarding - A fantastic watersport which is all about exploring the local waterways available. Whether you want to SUP on a lake or go paddle boarding on a canal. We have the gear to suit! We have a great range of paddle board packages, buoyancy aids (PFDs), wetsuits. We also have plenty of dry storage options such as drybags and phone cases. We even sell electric sup pumps as well as manual to keep you inflated! Watersports Brands Stocked - Jobe, Overboard, Palm, Peak PS, Tiki, Typhoon and Whetman Equipment
Sea Kayaking - This is the place for all thing salty. Whether your into coastal sea kayaking trips or you rather open water sea kayaking. We have the sea kayaking equipment you need. Whether you want an expedition sea kayak a playful option of a day touring kayak. We have it! We also stock a range of both straight shaft and cranked shaft sea kayak paddles. Whilst its not always about a new kayak purchase, we also stock a good range of sea kayak outfitting. This helps to keep your current boat in service to the highest standard. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Aquapac, Eckla, HF Equipment, Icom, Kajak Sport, North Shore, Overboard, P & H, Palm, Peak PS, Silva, Streamlyte, Valley, VE Paddles, Watershed, Werner and Whetman Equipment.
Sit On Top Kayaking - Sit on top kayaks are a great option for getting into kayaking for the first time. They are exceptionally safe and easy to use. Whether you are looking for some adventure on a family beach holiday or you are looking to explore your local canal. We will have the sit on kayak for you. They are available as a single seat option and also a tandem seat option. We have a great range of kayak paddles that are suitable for your chosen craft. Kayak Trollies to get yoru kayak to the waters edge and also a good range of kayak outfitting to keep your boat in top condition. Watersports Brands Stocked - Eckla, Islander Kayaks, Jobe, Kajak Sport, Palm, Pyranha, RTM, Ruk Sport, Scotty, TNP, Tootega, Wilderness Systems and Whetman Equipment.
Transport - It is all very well having the passion for watersports and owning a Sea Kayak or an Open Canoe. But you do need to get it to the waters edge. In this section we cover all your transport requirements. If you need to transport a kayak, we have a great offering of roof racks, roof rack pads, roof rack straps and also a number of different kayak carrying systems. - Watersports Brands Stocked - Canoe Polo Zone, Dryrobe, Eckla, FCS, Handiworld, Kajak Sport, Kanulock, Nookie, Palm, Playboater, and Thule. We also have a Transport Section in the Outdoor section of the website for the Thule Tow Ball Bike Racks and Roof Racks
White Water Kayaking - This is the area for those who like to get the adrenaline flowing. Whether your into kayak freestyle or kayak river running. We have the best range of kayaks, paddles , Spraydecks, and Safety Equipment. In the event that you whitewater kayak has been used in the most demanding situations, we also stock a good range of spare kayak outfitting. - Watersports Brands Stocked - Aquapac, Dagger, Eckla, Edelrid, HF Equipment, Jobe, Nookie, Ortlieb, Palm, Peak PS, Pyranha, Streamlyte, TNP, Typhoon, VE Paddles, Watershed, Werner, Whetman Equipment and Yak
Hou Canoes
Kneeling Mat
The Hou Canoes Kneeling Mat features a super grippy outer to minimise slipping and a 'soft knee' inner for added comfort. It will significantly increase your paddling efficiency, meaning you're less tired at the end of the day and can paddle further for the same energy output! There's also a small eyelet so you can tie it into the canoe for extra security if you wish.
Venture
Alloy Hanger & Fittings
The Venture alloy hanger offers a simple solution to suspending the wood seat in your Canadian Canoe. It simply bolts through the ends of the seat and then through the gunnel. The set comes with 2 hangers and the canoe seat hanger bolts which include the bolts, nuts and washers. It come’s pre-drilled with the holes so all you need to do is drill the holes in the seat and maybe the gunnels, so it all lines up correctly.
Silverbirch Canoes
Seat Hanger (Excluding Bolts)
The Silverbirch Canoes Seat Hanger (Excluding Bolts) is the starting point of adding an extra seat to your canoe. The hangers come supplied as a pair and come available in two drop heights of 10cm and 14cm. They are predrilled so are easy to fit, however they don't come with the bolts, nuts and washers included. The distance between the holes is 22cm for the standard and 23cm for the larger. These hangers give a more rigid and secure fit, whilst also providing a more stable ride than some of the alternative options available. Its natural ash finish easily blends with the appearance of the seat and the rest of the boat.
Palm
Quick SUP Leash
The Palm Quick SUP Leash is a 3-meter elasticated leash designed for stand-up paddle boarding, featuring a breakaway safety system. Attaching your leash to a quick-release waist-belt is crucial, especially in areas with currents, moving water, like estuaries, harbours and rivers. Having a dependable disconnect option can prevent potential entanglements and keep you safe.
Palm
Prussik Minding Pulley
The Palm Prusik Minding Pulley is a swing cheek pulley that features side plates designed for prusik minding, aiding in progress capture when operating hauling systems. It offers high efficiency thanks to its ball bearing, all while maintaining a lightweight and compact design that easily fits in your PFD pocket.
Palm
Sport Deck
The Palm Sport Deck is a great entry level neoprene kayak spraydeck. It is perfect for use on recreational Kayaks, sea kayaks it is also suitable for entry level whitewater kayaks. This highly versatile deck is also available in smaller sizes, making it ideal for Slalom Kayaks and Polo kayaks. The Palm Sport Deck features a 3mm CR neoprene construction, it also incorporates glued and blind stitched seams throughout for the best levels of performance. The deck secures to the kayak with a 9.5mm elastic shock cord edge, as it has good levels of stretch and is not too hard to get on. There is then a large 38mm webbing grab handle on the front ensures it is easy to remove.
Palm
Cobra Sling
The Palm Cobra Sling is a super strong and versatile piece of kayak safety kit designed for building anchors or tow systems. It will save on space and can be clipped together as a loop or larks footed into the tow pouch of a Quick Pro belt as a straight sling. Made from 10 mm UHMWPE webbing.
Palm
Enduro Deck
The Palm Enduro Deck is high specification neoprene spraydeck, that gives great levels of performance whilst whitewater kayaking. The Enduro Deck comes in two deck sizes that will fit most whitewater kayaks, it also fits a sizeable number of sea kayaks. The Enduro deck features a tough and durable design which incorporates a 4mm neoprene construction. The seams of the Enduro are glued and blind stitched for the best levels of performance and durability. The underside of the deck incorporates an additional sticky gripsil which helps to grip the boat. The front of the deck features large release handle, but there is also a knee of strap for added levels of safety.
Palm
Palm Gradient 3.0 Boots
The Palm Gradient 3.0 Boots have been built to conquer the toughest water terrains. With a Vibram sole made from ultra-sticky Idrogrip rubber and equipped with traction lugs, these boots keep you grounded whether you’re climbing slippery rocks or descending rugged trails. The dual-density midsole cushions your heel while adding stability and control, thanks to denser foam in the forefoot for responsive support. Engineered for water, the durable upper includes a neoprene cuff that seals out river grit, and the roomy toe box offers plenty of wiggle space. For colder days, the removable insole easily makes room for thicker winter socks, adapting to every adventure.
Palm
Tika Women's PFD
The Palm TIKA women's PFD features a unique shape that's been designed to perfectly fit the female body. Thanks to extensive testing and product feedback, the Tika provides an unrestricted and comfortable fit, with zip-front entry and Easy Glide straps. It also features two roomy front pockets for keeping your essentials stored close-to-hand on the water.
Hou Canoes
Hou Prospector
The Hou Canoes Hou Prospector is the ultimate all-rounder with a classic design. The Prospector was originally designed as a trading vessel, so had to paddle well on both open water lakes and white water rivers, it's also been designed to handle carrying a large load. This boat is a joy to paddle on lakes and rivers, and offers a dry, predictable ride whether you're solo or loaded up for a multi-day trip.