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 branded items, the branding is simply "Up and Under". Keep a look out for the logo in the online catologue.
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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. Up and Under are THE Outdoor Education Clothing Supplier.
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
Palm Rafter 120 PFD
The Palm Rafter 120 PFD is your ultimate companion for high-volume water adventures. This one-size-fits-all buoyancy aid delivers exceptional flotation and security, keeping you safe even in the roughest conditions. With a three-buckle front closure, adjusting for a snug and secure fit is quick and easy. The built-in float collar provides added peace of mind, keeping your head above water when you’re floating on your back. Constructed from tough ripstop fabric with double-reinforced stress points, this PFD is engineered to meet the intense demands of commercial use - so you can focus on the thrill of the water.
Tootega Deluxe Backrest
A premium backrest for Tootega Sit-on-top kayaks - Designed with comfort in mind, the Tootega Deluxe backrest provides padding on the seat as well as plenty of support with it's large backrest.
Petzl PIXA Headband
Spare headband with plate for PIXA 1, PIXA 2, PIXA 3, PIXA 3R and PIXA Z1 headlamps.
Petzl Rubber Headband (for Pixa range)
The Petzl Rubber headband adapts to all helmets on the market and holds a PIXA or SWIFT RL PRO headlamp securely in position.
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Olympic Cordage Meter
The Olympic Cordage Meter has been designed for convenience. This cordage measurer accommodates ropes and cordage from 6 to 20 mm in diameter. With visible and accessible cordage during its travel, this measurer features a toothed measuring wheel and a stainless steel pressure shoe, assuring uninterrupted no-slip contact with cordage.
Edelrid Hot Knife Spare Blade
Hot cutting device for cutting and melting synthetic ropes, tapes and other textile fabrics.
Edelrid Hot Knife
The Edelrid Hot Knife is a mains powered device that allows you to cut ropes and tape, whilst sealing them at the same time. This is easy to use, you simply squeeze the trigger and the blade heats up. You can cut straight away and it will then seal with rope as you cut.
Beal Rope Tape
The marking tape is a simple and effective way of end marking your caving or climbing rope. Its nice and sticky and will easily grip the rope. Beal has designed this rope marking tape to be easy to use, its easily written on with a biro pen and comes supplied on a 10m reel. This ensures that you will be able to mark a wide range of ropes from each reel.
Beal Rope Cleaning Brush
The Beal Rope Brush is a great way of cleaning climbing rope. This rope cleaning brush works really well when used in conjunction with the Beal Rope Cleaner Fluid.
Beal Rope Cleaner Fluid
The Beal Rope Cleaner is a gentle detergent specifically formulated for cleaning climbing ropes and harnesses. It’s designed to protect the rope fibres, ensuring they remain undamaged during the cleaning process. The one-litre bottle is highly effective, particularly when paired with a Beal Rope Brush. It can be used in warm water up to 30°C.
Crewsaver Centre 4mm One Piece Wetsuit - Child
The Crewsaver Centre One Piece; a 4mm wetsuit that is ideal for water sports such as gorge walking, sit on top kayaking and coasteering. It has been manufactured to withstand heavy use by commercial providers. This wetsuit uses a colour coded system that denotes the size, a visual size label is also on the right hand wrist. It is easily accessed through a rear zip.
Crewsaver Centre 4mm One Piece Wetsuit - Large Child
The Crewsaver Centre One Piece; a 4mm wetsuit that is ideal for water sports such as gorge walking, sit on top kayaking and coasteering. It has been manufactured to withstand heavy use by commercial providers. This wetsuit uses a colour coded system that denotes the size, a visual size label is also on the right hand wrist. It is easily accessed through a rear zip.
Crewsaver Centre 4mm One Piece Wetsuit - Junior
The Crewsaver Centre One Piece; a 4mm wetsuit that is ideal for water sports such as gorge walking, sit on top kayaking and coasteering. It has been manufactured to withstand heavy use by commercial providers. This wetsuit uses a colour coded system that denotes the size, a visual size label is also on the right hand wrist. It is easily accessed through a rear zip.
Tootega D Ring and Stainless Bolt
The Tootega D Ring and Stainless Bolts are a convenient solution for replacing lost or damaged parts. Supplied in pairs, these stainless steel bolts are perfect for enhancing a Tootega Pulse club spec to accommodate a kayak backrest, requiring two packets for the upgrade.
Palm Replacement Drain Bung
The Palm Replacement Bung is designed for UK-manufactured Dagger kayaks and is also compatible with models like the Wilderness Systems Tarpon 100 and Islander Kayaks Calypso Sport, including other models like the Paradise II. This kayak drain plug seamlessly screws into the integral moulded thread of the kayak and does not require a separate fitting kit.
Life Systems Light Sticks
The Life Systems Light Sticks have been primarily designed as emergency signalling devices. Each Light Stick lasts for up to 15 hours (green/orange) or 8 hours (white). They come in both green and orange or white colours. To activate just bend, snap and shake thoroughly. Full glow will just take a few seconds.