Outdoor Education
Welcome to the Outdoor Education section of our website. Since our inception in 1977 Up and Under has been the leading supplier to Outdoor Education Centres, Outdoor Activity Centres and many government agenices including; UK wide Police Forces, Fire Brigades and many departments of the Ministry of Defence.
Unlike many outdoor businesses, Up and Under is still owned by the people who founded the business and are not answerable to to shareholders, and yes the owners still do work here on a day to day basis (though not every day).
Our contracts and senior management team have close to a cumulative 200 years of experience in this field. So you can be assured of the best levels of help, guidance and service.
In this sector of the business, we also have a range of our own braded items, the branding is simply "Up and Under". Keep a look out for the logo in the online catologue.
The Outdoor Education sector of our business has the best selction of kit, from the best suppliers and manufacturers and has been selected based on suitability, durability, performance, value and sustainability. With close relations to a number of centres we take real life product feedback from the people that count.
Where the products available aren't up to the task we have designed and manufactured specific Outdoor Education purposed clothing and equipment in consultation with a number of Heads of Centres, including products such as our reknowned Centre Cags and Overtrousers and the tried and tested Cordura Universal PFD.
Please note, that the prices displayed won't be your ACCOUNT PRICE until you contact our contracts team on [email protected] to open an account.
The Outdoor Education department highlights the key items in the following areas. However, please also check out the Outdoor, Watersports and Industrial Access and Rescue Departments for other items.
Caving
Camping
Climbing
Outdoor Clothing
Walking
Kayaking
Open Canoeing
Sit On Top Kayaking
Stand Up Paddle Boarding
Watersports Clothing
Lyon
Boulder Setter Magnetic Wrist Cuff
The Lyon Boulder Setter Magnetic Wrist Cuff has been designed for route setters, by route setters with over 30 years of combined route setting experience. Made with a 1000D abrasion resistant fabric outer and breathable spacer fabric on the inner, this cuff has been designed to ensure the highest quality in maintained throughout. It has a Velcro fastener that accommodates all wrist sizes and for ease of fitting and removing with one hand, as well as three strong Neodymium magnetic strips on the top of the wrist to accommodate drill bits and screws for easy access and to avoid loosing these item.
Beal
Rope Marker Ink
The Beal Rope Marker Ink is a specially formulated ink from rope maker Beal for marking climbing ropes safely. The ink has minimal effect on the rope, yet is permanent and resistant to water and abrasion. It does not affect polyamide at all. The container has a small roller at the tip for better inking. This ink is the only safe ink to use with climbing ropes and PPE soft equipment as standard inks, that generally contain solvents, may damage or corrode the rope fibres.
Black Diamond
ATC Belay/Rappel Device
The Black Diamond ATC is a belay device that offers lightweight and durable performance for belaying and rappelling. The original design of this style of device has been improved to reduce the cable belay separation problems of the past. This lightweight model is the smoothest running device we stock and is therefore recommended for thicker ropes.
Islander Kayaks
Voro Club Recycled
The Islander Kayaks Voro M Club Kayak is your ticket to adventure. Crafted for smooth performance, its streamlined hull from flared bow to tapered keel cuts gracefully through any water, whether calm or choppy. The wide, stable midsection boosts confidence, offering a secure and balanced ride for paddlers of all levels. The spacious cockpit is easy to enter and allows flexible seating positions, complete with a Cocoon seat pad and backrest for all-day comfort. With thoughtful features like a paddle rest and rear storage shelf, the Voro Club is designed to make every paddling experience effortless and enjoyable.
Islander Kayaks
Koa Beach
The Koa Beach Kayak from Islander is a tough sit-on-top that's ideal for groups and outdoor education centre use. It's easy to handle both on and off the water, with a comfortable cockpit that will fit a wide range of paddlers. This boat jumps over waves and cuts through choppy waters. In the surf, water sheds quickly from the deck, putting you in control.
Islander Kayaks
Koa Duo Beach
The Islander Kayaks Koa Duo Beach is a tandem kayak suitable for use by the whole family. It features three seats, making it great for use by one, two or three passengers. It's wide enough to be stable and easy to climb aboard, but still fast and sleek enough to get you places on days exploring the shorelines.
Pyranha
Ion Stout
The Pyranha Ion Stout, offered in three sizes, is a versatile crossover kayak perfect for a range of waters, from calm canals to Grade 2 rivers and lakes. Its contemporary design incorporates a retractable skeg for superior speed and manoeuvrability. The kayak boasts a spacious, easy-to-access cockpit, moulded thigh braces for enhanced control, a padded seat for comfort, and adjustable pedal footrests and backrest for added support. With a rear hatch and bulkhead, ample space is provided for essentials, ensuring a delightful and comfortable paddling journey.
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Venture
Alloy Hanger & Fittings
The Venture alloy hanger offers a simple solution to suspending the wood seat in your Canadian Canoe. It simply bolts through the ends of the seat and then through the gunnel. The set comes with 2 hangers and the canoe seat hanger bolts which include the bolts, nuts and washers. It come’s pre-drilled with the holes so all you need to do is drill the holes in the seat and maybe the gunnels, so it all lines up correctly.
Silverbirch Canoes
Seat Hanger (Excluding Bolts)
The Silverbirch Canoes Seat Hanger (Excluding Bolts) is the starting point of adding an extra seat to your canoe. The hangers come supplied as a pair and come available in two drop heights of 10cm and 14cm. They are predrilled so are easy to fit, however they don't come with the bolts, nuts and washers included. The distance between the holes is 22cm for the standard and 23cm for the larger. These hangers give a more rigid and secure fit, whilst also providing a more stable ride than some of the alternative options available. Its natural ash finish easily blends with the appearance of the seat and the rest of the boat.
Dagger
GTX 8.1 Club
The Dagger GTX 8.1 Club is a great entry-level kayak for beginners. Perfect for learning the basics and progressing onto moving water, the GTX Club is ideal for use on flatwater lakes and grade 1-2 white water. This boat suits paddlers in the 65-105kg weight range and comes with a number of basic fittings that are suitable for this type of paddling. This boat is also perfect for use as a teaching kayak or use in canoe clubs where paddlers are looking to develop new skills.
Dagger
GTS 7.5 Club
The Dagger GTS 7.5 Club is the smallest kayak in the GT Club series and is suitable for paddlers in the 35-65kg weight range. Perfect for learning the basics and progressing onto moving water, The GTS Club is a versatile entry-level kayak that's great for use on flat-water lakes and grade 1-2 white water. It comes with basic fittings and features meaning it's also great for use in canoe clubs where paddlers are learning and developing new skills.
Dagger
GT Max 8.10 Club
The Dagger GT Max 8.10 Club is a great kayak for beginners in the 85-125 kg weight range. Suitable for use on lakes and grade 1-2 white water, the GT Max Club features basic internal fittings that are suitable for this type of kayaking. This is a great choice of kayak for teaching and developing basic skills and for use in canoe clubs and outdoor education centres.
Dagger
GT 7.8 Club
The Dagger GT 7.8 Club is a great entry-level kayak for paddlers in the 40-80 kg weight range. Designed as a versatile kayak for use on lakes and grades 1-2 white water, the GT Club features basic internal fittings that are suited to this type of paddling. It is also a great teaching kayak for use in canoe clubs and outdoor education centres.
Dagger
Mamba Club
The Dagger Mamba Club is a great kayak for learning modern paddling techniques and comes available in three different sizes. It features a responsive planning hull and rail profile, and with simple Club outfitting it is ideal for coaching. Now available in a recycled plastic version, made from offcuts from kayak moulds, meaning each one comes in a unique blend of coloured granules.
Edelrid
Performance Static 10.5mm
The Edelrid Performance Static 10.5mm is a semi-static kernmantle rope that impresses with higher abrasion resistance, lower elongations and balanced handling.