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
Bending Branches
Viper
The Bending Branches Viper is an extremely durable, bent shaft canoe paddle that packs a punch. The ergonomic, double bend design of the shaft helps to keep both wrists aligned when paddling whilst the wide blades pull through the water with ease.
Peak PS
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.
Peak PS
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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Silverbirch Canoes
Duratough Two Tone Colours
The Silverbirch Canoes Duratough Two Tone Colours Canoe is part of their custom-made canoe program, which allows you to pick a different coloured lining across their rage of Duratough canoes such as the Agent 8.8, Covert 9.3 and Rebel 11. The two-tone colour option means you can can choose the colour of your boat and then select an inner colour to match your favourite paddle or PFD!
Sweet Protection
Wanderer II Helmet
The Sweet Protection Wanderer II Helmet is one of the top offerings for white water kayakers. If you are looking for the best comfort, performance and levels of protection, this could be one of your best choices. The Wanderer II is available in three different sizes for a near perfect fit. The rear Occigrip and the foam inserts will them trim the helmet to fit perfectly. This great kayaking helmet features an EN1385 class I-IV safety rating, it also incorporates a variable elasticity outer shell with a shock absorbing inner liner. The inside is then lined with a synthetic fabric for enhanced comfort.
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Peak PS
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.
Peak PS
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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Peak PS
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.
Peak PS
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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Zone3
Vapour Goggles
The Zone3 Vapour Goggles are crafted to cater to your swimming needs, whether you're in the pool or outdoors. Providing comfort and unhindered vision, these goggles feature super-soft silicon gaskets and expansive anti-fog lenses. With 100% UVA/UVB protection, they are available in polarised and photo-chromatic lens options.
Peak PS
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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Peak PS
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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Peak PS
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.
Dagger
Nova
The Dagger Nova provides a personalised whitewater adventure just for you. The Nova is specifically crafted to accommodate two distinct paddler size ranges, ensuring exceptional performance and unforgettable journeys. These high-performance play kayaks draw inspiration from the full-slice models of the late 90s and early 2000s, while incorporating a range of contemporary features that Dagger excels in executing flawlessly. Get ready to saddle up, slice, surf and spin your way to hours of fun in the brand-new Nova.
Werner
Little Dipper 2 Piece Straight Shaft
The Werner Little Dipper 2 Piece Straight Shaft may be small in size, but it plays a crucial role as a constellation for effective navigation. With its compact blades, the Little Dipper effortlessly glides through each stroke, minimising fatigue for smaller paddlers. Crafted with stiffer, lightweight blades, you'll experience increased propulsion without exhausting yourself. The Little Dipper is the intelligent choice for low-angle paddlers seeking a blade that complements their stature.