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
Peak PS
Deluxe 4L Evo Women's Jacket
The Peak PS Deluxe 4L Evo (Women's) Jacket is the ultimate whitewater jacket, constructed from post industrial, recycled 4 layer nylon with tough reinforced shoulders & elbows. Heavyweight fabric, perfect for tackling any extreme WW environment. Features double neck, wrist and waist seals for the ultimate protection, plus a handy zip pocket.
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Peak PS
Combi Evo Jacket
The Peak PS Combi Evo Jacket features Peak's unique latex bicep seals and can be combined with the Combi Sleeves to create a warmer alternative. The Combi Evo is perfect for use in the Alps and is a lightweight, tough and versatile whitewater jacket option.
Peak PS
Adventure Single Evo Jacket
The Peak PS Adventure Single Evo Jacket is a 2.5 layer canoe cag that's primarily designed for sea kayaking and touring. It's made from a tough and durable recycled nylon fabric that offers great protection from the elements. This jacket is the perfect choice if you're looking for a high-performance jacket thats suitable for a variety of uses.
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Peak PS
Thermal Rashy Long
The Peak PS Thermal Rashy Long is a soft and comfortable option to keep you warm during the winter kayaking season. This thermal rash guard has long sleeves, a raised neck and a long body for that soft and snug feel. All of the seams are flatlock stitched for comfort and performance. To ensure that there is no restriction when being used, it also has an articulated cut.
Palm
Cockpit Cover
The Palm Cockpit Cover is available in five different sizes and fits various kayaks, including polo, touring and whitewater models. It's perfect for securing your gear during kayak transport and storage, keeping pests away. This cover features durable nylon construction, a 6mm shock cord edge for adjustment and a front-release handle for ease of use and secure transportation.
Palm
Derwent Spraydeck
The Palm Derwent Spraydeck, an entry level option that is available in two different sizes for a near perfect fit. This entry level spraydeck is well suited for use with Sea Kayaks, Recereational Kayaks and Cross Over Kayaks that are going to be primairly used on flat water locations such as a lake or a canal. The Derwent Spraydeck features a full fabric PU coated nylon construction, whilst all of the seams are also taped for added protection agaisnt water ingress. The spraydeck is secured to the kayak via a 6mm shockcord edge. This makes it very easy to get on and off. In the event of a capsize, there is also a front release handle. The Derwent deck incorproates a single sized waist so it can be worn by a variety of users, once againt this has a shockcord adjustment.
Palm
Loweswater Spraydeck
The Palm Loweswater Spraydeck, a great option for paddlers who are into sea kayaking, kayak touring and recreational kayaking. This spraydeck will fit most kayaks and gives a good seal due to the neoprene deck panel. It features an adjustable waist tube, ideal if there are a few people using the kayak and deck. The Loweswater deck is also well suited towards paddling in warmer conditions. When used with the braces,it enables you to have the waist tube open for greater airflow, breathability and enahnced comfort. This deck features a 3mm neoprene construction, this is partnered with a 9.5mm shock coed edge for ease of getting on and off. The waist tube is a 2.5 layer fabric which is waterproof and breathable. The front of the deck also has a good sized release handle for easy of removal after a capsize.
Palm
Roanoke Spraydeck
The Palm Roanoke Spraydeck is a high performance option that's particularly well suited to Sea kayaking. It's available in four size options, so it will fit most touring kayaks. The Roanoke features a split neoprene and nylon construction, the deck panel is made of 3mm neoprene and it features 9.5mm shock cord edge for a secure fit. The underside of the deck also features a gripsil finish for added grip in choppy conditions. The waist tube has a 3 layer construction, as well as a large neoprene band with Velcro adjustment around the top to create a good seal. The removable braces offer added support if you wish to wear it loose in warmer climates.
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Coniston Spraydeck
The Palm Coniston is a mid range nylon spraydeck. It's available in five different sizes for optimum fit. It then incorporates a single sized adjustable waist. The front of the deck features a large release handle, while at the rear there is an adjustment tab to trim the fit. The deck itself is made from a mixture of 420D and 210D nylon. The top edge of the spray deck is then reinforced with super tough 1680D nylon, while the edge of the deck that attaches to the kayak is then made from a grippy PU sheath, which grips the boat well.
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Palm
Ullswater Spraydeck
The Palm Ullswater Spraydeck offers an entry-level solution available in three sizes for an optimal fit, perfect for beginners embarking on flat water kayaking adventures. Suitable for recreational, crossover, and touring kayaks, this fabric spraydeck boasts a full PU-coated nylon construction for waterproofing, with taped seams ensuring enhanced performance. Secured to the kayak with a 6mm shockcord edge, it features a single-sized waist tube, also adjustable with a 6mm shockcord edge for a secure fit. Equipped with a front grab handle, it ensures easy removal in case of a capsize.
Palm
Drift Lite Paddle
The Palm Drift Lite Paddle is ideal for activities such kayak touring and kayak fishing. This mid-range paddle features a glass-fibre shaft with a diameter of 30mm, along with a glass-filled propylene blade which provides excellent durability and performance. The paddle comes complete with drip rings on each end of the shaft and moulded hand grips on the right hand side for ease of finding the correct hand placement.
Palm
Drift Paddle
The Palm Drift Paddle is an entry level kayak paddle that's ideal for use with sit on top kayaks, crossover kayaks and the old relic that you've just dug out of the garage. This paddle comes in 3 sizes, 205cm 215cm and 220cm and it features a glass filled polypropylene paddle blade and an aluminium paddle shaft. This paddle also features plastic shrink wrap grips, moulded in hand grips and a set of kayak drip rings. These drip guards will prevent the water from running off the blades and getting your hands wet.
Nookie
Ti-Liner 2mm Neoprene Socks
The Nookie Ti-Liner 2mm Neoprene Socks are the perfect option for adding some extra warmth to your wetsuit boots or kayaking shoes in the colder months. These neoprene socks are also great for kayaking, stand up paddle boarding and other water-sports such as wild swimming, when they may be just worn on their own.
Nookie
Softcore Base Layer L/S
The Nookie Long sleeve Softcore Base Layer is the ultimate insulation base layer, perfect as a base layer or just worn on its own. With 4 way stretch, UPF30+ protection, ultra warmth and quick drying properties.
Nookie
Shock Deck
The Nookie Shock Deck is an excellent choice for first-time neoprene spraydeck users, suitable for whitewater, sea, and crossover kayaks. It's made of 4mm jersey dive density neoprene throughout the deck, with glued, blindstitched, and taped seams for optimal performance and dryness. Secured to the kayak via a 10mm shock cord edge, it offers a strong grip on the cockpit. Thanks to its absence of silicone or latex edging, this deck is exceptionally easy to put on and take off, making it ideal for newcomers to kayaking.
Jobe
Glassfloat
Never lose your glasses again with the Jobe Glassfloat. The cord will float your glasses to the water surface if they fall off and its bright colour will make them all the more easy to spot!