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.
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, and Dryrobe.
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, Astral, Bestard, Circle One, Crewsaver, Dryrobe, Jobe, La Sportiva, Nookie, NRS, Palm, Peak PS, Sweet Protection and Yak.
Competition Kayaking - Whether your into Canoe Polo, Sprint Kayaking, Canoe Slalom, or BoaterX. 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.
New for 2026 is the Equipment department. This covers a few areas, the main ones being Dry Storage, Portage Trolleys and Safety and Rescue. Dry Storage covers a wide offering and includes items such as Drybags, Phone / Key Pouches and First aid Storage. Whilst the Portage Trolleys section is the best place to see the latest offerings from Eckla! Whether you need a Trolley for a Sit on Top Kayak, a Canadian Canoe or a Sea Kayak, this is the place. When it comes to Safety and Rescue whilst on the river, have a look here for a great selection of safety kit! Watersports Brands Stocked - Adventure Lights, Aquapac, Eckla, HF Equipment, Icom, Jobe, NRS, Overboard, Palm, Peak PS, Watershed, Whetman Equipment, Yak and Zone3
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 - 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, and Fins 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. We also have a range of Infl;atable Kayaks which are perfect for easy storage in he garage of motorhome. Watersports Brands Stocked - Dagger, Islander Kayaks, Jobe, 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, 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 - 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 , and Spraydecks. 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 - Dagger, Eckla, Nookie, Palm, Peak PS, Pyranha, Pyranha X Guigui, Select Paddles, Spade Kayaks, Streamlyte, TNP, Typhoon, VE Paddles, Watershed, Wave Sport, Werner, Whetman Equipment and Yak
Venture Marlow Cruiser MZ3
The Venture Canoes Marlow Cruiser MZ3, a small and compact open canoe that is highly versatile. So, if you want a Canadian Canoe to explore the meanders of your local river, cruise along your local canal or just paddle slowly around a lake, the Marlow Cruiser is perfect! The Marlow has been designed for hire centres and youth groups; however, it is also a great option for a couple who wish to paddle together. This modern design incorporates a single layer MZ3 polyethylene construction, which is exceptionally durable. If required, it is amazingly easy to repair by welding. It has been designed to eliminate all types of maintenance. When it comes to propelling the canoe, it would work equally as well with a canoe paddle, or a kayak paddle.
Eckla Padlock
The Eckla Padlock is a compact and corrosion-resistant brass padlock designed for use with anti-theft ropes and kayak cables. Featuring a 40 mm solid brass body and a 6 mm hardened steel shackle, it's ideal for outdoor use. The lock is lightweight yet tough enough to secure valuable gear during storage or transport. Works perfectly with Eckla anti-theft ropes or other locking systems. A great solution for paddlers, campers, and cyclists needing reliable gear protection.
Watershed Colorado Duffel
The Watershed Colorado Duffel is a fully submersible, ZipDry®-sealed 75L dry bag ideal for multi-day rafting trips, gear storage, and expedition travel. Used by raft guides around the globe, the Colorado will carry enough gear for one person on a multi day expedition. This bag works equally well as a cartop or pickup bed waterproof bag to provide extra gear storage on road trips. It also works as a storage bag for wet, muddy gear such as waders or drysuits.
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.
Eckla Folding Split Pin
The Eckla Folding Split Pin secures the wheels on your canoe or kayak trolley, keeping them firmly in place during transport. Made from durable, corrosion-resistant materials, it’s built for tough, wet conditions. Compact and lightweight, it’s easy to stash in a dry bag, perfect as a spare to avoid disruptions on the trail or riverbank. Compatible with most Eckla trolleys.
Eckla Wall Holder for Paddles
Keep your paddles safe, organised, and accessible with the Eckla Wall Holder for Paddles. Designed to hold up to five paddles, it features anti-slip, grooved rubber grips for secure storage and a durable powder-coated steel frame. Suitable for both water sports gear and garden tools, it comes with a fastening set for quick installation.
Eckla Vertical Support
The Eckla Uprights come supplied as a pair with all the fittings required to mount them onto your roof rack cross bars, such as the Thule SqaureBar. To use them on load bars such as the Thule WingBar you would also want to purchase some Eckla aero bar adapters.
Eckla Oval Bracket
The Eckla Oval Brackets are strong, PVC-coated kayak cradles designed for standard and T-slot roof bars. Easy to fit, they offer secure and protective transport for sea, slalom, and touring kayaks.
Eckla Flat Oval Bracket
The Eckla Flat Oval Brackets are V-shaped roof rack supports that securely cradle your kayak, reducing hull stress during transport. Made from powder-coated steel with PVC sleeves, they fit 32×22 mm bars and can be adapted for aero bars with optional adapters.
Eckla Canyon - Kayak Cart
The Eckla Canyon 260 Canoe Portage Trolley is a lightweight, fold-flat canoe cart with a rust-free aluminium frame, removable pneumatic wheels, and a built-in support leg for easy solo loading. Designed for multi-day trips, it’s compact, durable, and built to perform on any terrain.
Eckla TOP - Sit on Top Trolley
The Eckla TOP - Sit on Top Trolley is a lightweight, foldable kayak trolley designed to fit scupper holes on sit-on-top kayaks. With quick-release wheels, durable aluminium construction, and no need for tie-downs, it’s the easiest way to transport your kayak to the water’s edge.
Eckla Canoe Cart
The Eckla Canoe Cart is a rugged, fold-flat canoe cart with anodized aluminium construction and 40 cm pneumatic wheels. Featuring anti-slip pads, a loading leg for balance, and removable wheels, it makes canoe portaging effortless, even on tough terrain.
Eckla Atlantic Sea Kayak Cart
The Eckla Atlantic Sea Kayak Cart is a lightweight, foldable trolley designed for effortless sea kayak transport over land. Built with a corrosion-resistant aluminium frame and large puncture-proof wheels, it folds flat to store inside most sea kayak hatches and includes a support leg for easy solo loading.
Eckla Multi Vertical Support
The Eckla Multi Vertical Support is a foldable upright bar system for carrying multiple kayaks on your vehicle. Compatible with rectangular or T-slot roof racks, it folds flat for better aerodynamics.
