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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
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Wave Sport Ethos Whiteout
The Wave Sport Ethos Whiteout is a highly versatile cross over kayak. It is available in two varied sizes for a perfect fit. There is an Ethos Nine for the smaller paddlers and an Ethos 10 for the larger paddlers. This hybrid kayak is perfect for beginners and intermediate paddlers alike. If you are looking to have a go at whitewater kayaking or to relax whilst exploring your local coastline. This is the kayak. It is also perfect for a cruise along your local canal. The Ethos Whiteout features a premium quality polyethylene shell, which incorporates a retractable skeg for enhanced tracking. It also has a large cockpit area that offers superior comfort and support. While the final key feature is the large rear storage hatch, this is perfect for stowing additional gear such as a drybag with your lunch!
From £962.74 inc. VAT
Whetman Equipment Rigger WRSS480 Water Rescue Lock Knife
The Whetman Equipment WRSS480 Water Rescue Lock Knife really is a key piece of water rescue safety gear. If you are working with ropes in the water, a rescue knife is especially important! This water rescue knife was designed and developed by Steve of Whetman Equipment, which only means one thing. The attention to every bit of detail is to the highest possible level. From the custom designed carbon stainless steel blade, which is blunt on the tip for safety, but the serrated blade will cut with phenomenal speed. It is single handed opening and when open, the blade will lock into position. There is an eyelet for a securing lanyard and on the rear of the knife there is a clip for securing it into a PFD pocket.
£29.95 inc. VAT £26.69 inc. VAT
Palm Safety Tape
The Palm Safety Tape is a versatile 5m rescue sling designed to fit neatly into your PFD pocket. Made from 25mm tubular nylon and tested to 13 kN strength, it’s lightweight yet highly durable. A sewn eye at one end allows for quick karabiner attachment, while Velcro fastening keeps the tape neatly coiled and ready. Its high-visibility colour makes it easy to locate in fast-moving water. Ideal for reach rescues, flip lines, or use as a sling in emergency situations.
From £16.80 inc. VAT
Palm Fuse Adventure Jacket
The Palm Fuse Adventure Jacket is the top choice for the sea kayakers who ware after a new kayaking jacket. This sea kayak jacket rich with features and will give hours of comfort and outstanding performance whilst out in your sea kayak. It is particularly well suited for open canoeing and paddle boarding also. The Fuse Adventure jacket features a 4-layer stretch fabric construction, which combined with a fully articulated cut ensures you get the best levels of freedom and maximum movement. With an over the head design, a double waist seal, latex, and Velcro adjustable cuffs and a GlideSkin neoprene neck. This will give good protection from water ingress; and for exceptionally miserable days there is a hood. If required the hood can removed easily, via a zip.
From £352.88 inc. VAT
WRSI Current Helmet
The WRSI Current Helmet is a number one choice for those of you who are going out whitewater kayaking. It is also a smart choice for other watersports such as coasteering, gorge walking and whitewater paddle boarding. The Current Helmet features a high quality and advanced technology construction. The shell features a multi-impact construction, and this then incorporates a polyurethane sub shell which will help to dissipate the impacts. It then features an interconnect retention system which offers a snug and secure fit when subjected to hydraulic force. For the best levels of comfort, it then has a plush breathable liner, which is removable for cleaning and drying if required.
From £111.34 inc. VAT
WRSI Trident Helmet
The WRSI Trident Helmet sets the benchmark for whitewater kayaking helmets. If you’ are looking to push the grades and take on some more technical white water. This is the helmet to look at. The Trident Kayaking helmet features a durable carbon composite shell, which has a sleek design combined with a minimalist look. The outer shell has a carbon construction and has a polyurethane sub shell, which will help to spread the impact. It also features a n EVA foam liner for comfort. The adjustable o brace harness, combined with the interconnect retention system grips the back of the head for a snug and secure fit, even when subjected to good levels of hydraulic force. The plush inner liner offers comfort and dries quickly when wet. It is also removable for ease of washing.
From £178.16 inc. VAT
Eckla Multi-retaining bar
The Eckla Multi-Retaining Bar is a durable, lightweight bar designed to securely hold long items such as fishing rods, camera tripods, paddles, or poles to your Eckla Beach Rolly or Multi Rolly. Built from strong materials and weighing just 1kg, it provides reliable support while keeping your gear safe and organized during transport or storage.
£70.00 inc. VAT £64.09 inc. VAT
Whetman Equipment Adder MKII
The Whetman Equipment Adder MK11 is a super strong lightweight sling made from ultra high strength WRT750. The new Adder MK11 looks vibrant and punchy in yellow bands on black. Bar tacked with super hi tensile thread using the same WRT750 material as the webbing provides an astonishing unrivalled 15kN strength.
From £19.98 inc. VAT
Palm TiZip Lube
Keep your drysuit in top condition with the Palm TiZip Lube, specially designed to maintain and protect zips. This easy-to-apply lubricant ensures smooth zip movement, prevents sticking, and reduces the risk of damage to zip teeth. A must-have addition to any paddler or diver’s kit bag, it helps extend the life of your gear and makes suiting up effortless.
£7.00 inc. VAT
Eckla Sun Protection Roof
The Eckla Beach-Rolly Sun Protection Roof retrofits your Beach-Rolly® cart, providing shade and neck protection for sunny days. Made from durable polyester with PVC, it is lightweight at 0.8 kg and easy to install. Available in Blue, Olive Green, and Gray, it combines practicality with style. Perfect for transporting gear or enjoying outdoor activities while staying protected from the sun.
From £44.54 inc. VAT
Sweet Protection EarPads
The Sweet Protection Ear Pads are replacement moulded comfort pads designed for the Sweet Rocker helmet. Built from soft foam wrapped in anti-allergic, moisture-wicking fabric, they provide warmth, comfort, and protection during winter paddling. Lightweight at 75g, they help stop water from being forced into the ears while keeping you warmer in cold conditions. A simple upgrade to extend your helmet’s performance year-round.
From £28.72 inc. VAT
Eckla Spare Tyre 400mm
The Eckla Spare Tyre 400mm (with groove profile) is a durable replacement cover for pneumatic wheels. Weighing just 0.8kg, it ensures smooth rolling performance and reliable grip on various surfaces.
£19.00 inc. VAT £16.85 inc. VAT
Eckla Spare Tyre 200mm
The Eckla Spare Tyre 200mm is a reliable replacement cover for pneumatic wheels. Designed with a 200×50 mm groove profile and weighing just 0.8kg, it delivers smooth rolling for Eckla carts and trolleys. Perfect for keeping your gear moving efficiently on any terrain.
£10.00 inc. VAT
Eckla Spare Tyre 260mm
The Eckla Spare Tyre 260mm is a durable replacement cover for pneumatic wheels. Available in 260 mm block profile and Eckla profile no. 2, and weighing just 0.8 kg, it provides reliable grip and smooth rolling performance for various Eckla carts and transport systems.
From £12.47 inc. VAT