Bending Branches

Located in Cardiff, just 10 minutes from Cardiff International White Water Centre, Up and Under is proud to be the largest UK stockist of Bending Branches paddles. We offer an extensive range of high-performance wooden canoe paddles designed for open boating, touring, and expedition use. As official stockists, we carry both Bending Branches and their sister brand Aqua Bound, bringing cutting-edge paddle technology for canoeists and sea kayakers alike to the UK market. Every paddle we stock reflects the brand’s commitment to durability, ergonomic design, and precision craftsmanship.

Bending Branches, founded in 1982 in Wisconsin, USA, has earned a global reputation for quality and innovation. As the creators of the first composite-tipped canoe paddle, they continue to lead with expertly crafted designs built by paddlers, for paddlers. Whether you're an experienced canoeist tackling remote wilderness routes or a weekend explorer looking for reliability and comfort, these paddles are built to perform. Explore our full range of Bending Branches paddles online or in-store and discover why so many UK paddlers choose Up and Under as their go-to supplier.