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
Pyranha
Ratchet Buckle
The Pyranha Ratchet Buckles are supplied as single units. They also come with the nut that is required to attach them to the kayak thigh brace. These work in conjunction with the ratchet kayak backrest that are fitted in many Pyranha kayaks and give further adjustment to the back support.
Pyranha
Seat Fitting Kit
The Pyranha Seat Fixing Kit includes everything required for your kayak seat replacement. It provides all the necessary nuts, bolts, and washers for the job.
Pyranha
Full Plate Footrest Fixing Kit
The Pyranha Full Plate Footrests Fixing Kit contains the 4 x nuts, washers, bolts and all the other little bits that you need. This packet of kayak footrest bolts is an easy and cost effective way to spruce up your kayak, to bring it back to its former glory. It’s easy to use and contains all you need.
Palm
Universal Mat
The Palm Universal mat is a remarkably versatile outdoor accessory. It not only acts as a dependable changing mat for foot protection but also serves as a protective canoe kneeling pad for your knees. Additionally, it transforms into a seat pad foam, providing extra comfort. Designed by Palm with a thick, two-part insulating foam and a rugged ripstop outer, this Universal mat ensures durability and practicality.
Palm
Keepers Footrest
The Palm Keepers Foot Brace is one of the most popular footrests found in kayaks today. They are fully constructed from plastic so there's no danger from corrosion. On the rear of the main pedal there is a small trigger that controls the adjustment.
Stormsure
Zip Lubricating Oil
Stormsure Zip Oil is a silicone-based fluid crafted to maintain the smooth operation of your drysuit zips, ensuring they function seamlessly and remain leak-free.
HF Equipment
Turtle Back
The HF Equipment Turtle Back enables you to transform your kayak into a backpack by attaching carrying straps for convenient back carrying.
Palm
Folding Knife
The Palm Folding Knife is a crucial tool for river safety, making it an excellent addition to any river rescue kit. It's particularly essential when using a kayaking throw bag.
Eckla
Kayak Port Wall Holder
The Eckla Kayak Port Boat Hanger offers an excellent solution for storing various types of kayaks, including sit-on-top, sea and river kayaks. Securing them to the wall is a straightforward process and all necessary fittings are provided. When not in use, the hangers conveniently fold flat against the wall. For storage, there's no need for a securing strap—simply place your boat, and it's securely held in place.
HF Equipment
Compact Thirty
The HF Equipment Compact Thirty is an extended kayak throw bag and is perfect for white water kayaking adventures on broader rivers with increased volume.
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Irish White Water
Planning a paddling trip to Ireland? This guide book will help you find the right river at the right level as well as helping out with all the logistics.
HF Equipment
Xpress Boat Rack
The HF Equipment Xpress Boat Rack provides a smart solution for your boat storage needs, accommodating up to three kayaks efficiently. Easily installed with just two fixing points, it often requires no drilling or plugging. Unlike other racks with protruding brackets when not in use, the Xpress Boat Rack eliminates this issue.
Eckla
Canoe Port
The Eckla Canoe Port is the ideal way to store your Open Canoe against a wall. They are very easy to secure to the wall and they come supplied with all the necessary fittings. When the Canoe Port is not in use they can be folded flat against the wall. When you are wanting to use it for stoarge there is not need to use a securing strap, you can simply drop your boat in and its secure.
HF Equipment
Swifty
The HF Equipment Swifty is a waist-mounted belt system designed to carry throw bags like the HF Weasel or HF Compact Classic. It facilitates quick and easy deployment of your throw bag in urgent rescue situations. The double-ended strap with quick-release buckles allows for use with either hand.