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
Palm
Alba Pro Paddle
The Palm Alba Pro is a great all-round canoe paddle that offers the feel of wood, whilst having the added durability of plastic. Thanks to its buoyant foam core blade, it's light in the water and the clean shape works smoothly for all strokes without flutter.
Watershed
Big Creek Backpack
Compact yet tough, the Watershed Big Creek Backpack is a submersible, waterproof daypack built for active days outdoors. With its airtight ZipDry® closure, durable construction, and removable padded straps, it’s perfect for adventures where keeping your gear dry is essential, from kayaking and canyoneering to beach days and waterfowl hunts.
TNP
Asymmetric Touring Paddle Three-Piece
The TNP Asymmetric Three-Piece Touring Paddle is one of the most popular touring paddles on the market. It is an ideal first paddle for recreational kayaking, touring and kayak fishing. Made with a high quality aluminium shaft and strong, nylon reinforced asymmetrical blades, this is a robust entry level paddle that's ready for adventure.
Zone3
Apollo Goggles
The Zone3 Apollo Goggles are tailored for those with smaller heads, addressing the challenges of finding well-fitting eyewear. Featuring a compact, hydrodynamic, and flexible frame, these goggles smoothly navigate through the water, adapting to smaller head sizes for optimal vision and uncompromised comfort.
Canoe Polo Zone
Badger Alloy Footrests
The Badger alloy footrest, a great option for canoe polo kayaks. They are easily fitted to the boat, simply by drilling two holes in the kayak and bolting through the boat into the slider bars. To adjust the footrest you pull the outside edge of the pedal towards you and then slide the joint up or down the adjustment bar.
Zone3
Attack Goggles
The Zone3 Attack Goggles are crafted for optimal flexibility, adapting to a diverse range of face shapes and sizes. With a curved lens for improved vision, you can choose between polarised or photo-chromatic lenses. These goggles are well-suited for both open water and pool swimming.
Jobe
Aluminium Paddle 3 Pc
The Jobe Aluminum 3-piece SUP Paddle is an excellent choice for newcomers to Stand Up Paddle Boarding. This 3-piece SUP paddle offers a wide adjustment range, making it suitable for various users. Its easy-to-pack, store, and transport design adds to its convenience. Featuring a lightweight and rigid aluminum shaft, a robust plastic blade, and a user-friendly clip for adjusting paddle height, the Jobe Aluminum Paddle is the ideal companion for your SUP adventures.
Watershed
Chattooga Duffel
The Watershed Chattooga Duffel Dry Bag is a mid-size, fully submersible gear bag built for serious adventures. With a waterproof ZipDry® seal, military-grade construction, and 22L of protected storage, it’s the go-to choice for outdoor professionals and everyday explorers who need trusted performance in wet and rugged environments.
TNP
Asymmetric Touring Paddle Two-Piece
The TNP Asymmetric is a 2 piece split kayak paddle that's perfect for using with sit-on-top kayaks and inflatable kayaks. This paddle features an alloy shaft that incorporates a central spigot, this is simply pressed and it will split the paddles in half. The blades are made from a tough, durable and hardwearing plastic. The shaft comes complete with kayak drip rings that will help prevent water running down the paddle shaft.
Palm
Shuck Full-Cut Helmet
The Palm Shuck Full-Cut is a whitewater kayaking helmet that offers great levels of protection and features an exceptionally tough injection moulded ABS shell. This then incorporates a polypropylene multi-impact foam liner to enhance the levels of protection. Internally the helmet is fitted with a polyester liner which is comfortable on the head, quick drying and features Polygeine Odour control technology. The rear of the helmet is fitted with an adjustment wheel which trims the fit to perfection.
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Palm
AP4000 Helmet
The Palm AP4000 Helmet is an entry-level Watersports helmet that's ideal for sit on top kayaking, canoeing, kayaking and coasteering. It is equally as well suited to the individual as it is to the outdoor activity centre. This watersports helmet comes in two different sizes. It's made from a tough, durable high impact injection moulded polypropylene, it also incorporates an easy to adjust inner cradle. Additionally, the helmet has a foam liner for added protection. The AP4000 has a side cut design that rises over the ears, whilst the top of the helmet has drainage holes to prevent a build-up of water.
Palm
Shuck Half-Cut Helmet
The Palm Shuck Half-Cut is a whitewater kayaking helmet that offers great levels of protection. This helmet features an exceptionally tough injection moulded ABS shell, which then incorporates a polypropylene multi-impact foam liner - to further enhance the level of protection. Internally the helmet is fitted with a polyester liner, this liner is comfortable on the head, quick drying and features Polygeine odour control technology.
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Nookie
Softcore Base Layer S/S
The Nookie Softcore Short Sleeve Base Layer is the ultimate in insulation. Perfect as a base layer or worn on its own, it boasts UPF 30 sun protection in a four way stretch fabric for fantastic fit. The fluffy brushed inner side offers warmth, wind protection, wicking properties and climate control.
Doc's ProPlugs
ProPlugs Vented with Leash
The Doc's ProPlugs Vented with Leash are engineered to safeguard the ears against cold water, impact, loud noise, and high-frequency sounds, all while preserving the ability to hear regular sounds.
SurfEars
SurfEars 2.0 Junior
The SurEars Junior 2.0 have been specially developed for children, to keep their ears safe while they enjoy time in the water.