Peak PS

At Up and Under in Cardiff, UK, we proudly stock a wide selection of high-performance kayaking and watersports gear from Peak PS (formerly Peak UK). With over 30 years of innovation, Peak Paddlesports is a world-leading brand known for designing durable, athlete-tested equipment - from buoyancy aids (PFDs) and kayak jackets to spraydecks and thermal layers.
Founded in 1990 by slalom racer Pete Astles, Peak PS was born out of frustration with ill-fitting gear. Pete began creating his own designs, which rapidly gained attention among competitive paddlers. What started as a small, independent effort has since evolved into one of the most respected names in global paddlesports, worn by Olympic athletes and trusted by top kayaking professionals worldwide. Manufactured in Derbyshire, England, Peak PS products are known for their quality, innovation, and attention to detail. In 2021, the brand rebranded as Peak Paddlesports (Peak PS) and launched Peak EU to streamline European distribution post-Brexit. Today, Peak continues to lead the way in paddlesport gear, producing cutting-edge products for canoe slalom, whitewater kayaking, SUP, and more.
Explore our full range of Peak PS gear online or in-store at Up and Under – official UK stockist for Peak Paddlesports.
Peak PS Explorer Zip PFD
The Peak PS Explorer Zip PFD is their best selling PFD for sea kayaking and touring, it is also ISO approved. The Explorer has a clean lined cut for an increased range of movement and to reduce chaffing. It also has figure hugging shoulder adjusters for an improved fit and added comfort. It is lined with a nylon shell and benefits from storage features which are compatible with a radio, flare and rear hydration pockets, plus two large chest pockets. It also comes equipped with reflective stripes and a whistle.
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Peak PS Nylon Deck
The Peak PS Nylon Deck comes in four deck sizes for a tailored fit and features a single-sized waist tube with a drawstring for precise adjustment. Braces provide constant support, making it ideal for beginners. Its nylon construction guarantees waterproofing, with taped seams for added protection. Easily adaptable to various kayak types, from recreational to touring, this spray deck offers hassle-free on/off with a front release handle for quick removal during emergencies.
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Peak PS Ocean Wrap PFD
The Peak PS Ocean Wrap PFD features a unique construction that allows for the women's sizes to feature an innovative chest foam layout, which delivers unparalleled comfort and fit. This award winning buoyancy aid is a great choice for sea kayaking and touring use, it has a front entry system, but with the added storage, safety and comfort of a vest.
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Peak PS Tourlite Zip Women's PFD
The Peak PS Tourlite Zip (Women's) is a great choice of PFD if you're looking for a simple but high-quality option for kayaking or sea touring. It's waist and side adjusters are super easy to adjust and the two large chest pockets offer ample storage for essential kit, hydration and safety equipment. The women's version features stepped chest foam for a better fit to the female body shape.
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Peak PS Tourlite Zip PFD
The Peak PS Tourlite Zip is a great choice of PFD if you're looking for a simple but high-quality option for kayaking or sea touring. It's waist and side adjusters are super easy to adjust and the two large chest pockets offer ample storage for essential kit, hydration and safety equipment.
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Peak PS River Guide Women's PFD
The Peak PS River Guide (Women's) PFD is the benchmark of PFD's for the female whitewater kayakers out there. The River Guide is packed full of all the same great features as the gents version, the only difference is that this version benefits from stepped chest foam, making it specific to the female shape. The leftover foam is spread around the rest of the buoyancy aid, so you still get the same great levels of comfort throughout.
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Peak PS Deluxe 2.5L Evo Women's Jacket
The Peak PS Deluxe 2.5L Evo (Women's) Jacket is a whitewater jacket constructed from recycled 2.5 layer post industrial nylon with tough reinforced shoulders & elbows. Midweight handling fabric, with the reliability needed for all extreme whitewater conditions. Features double neck, wrist and waist seals for the ultimate protection.
Peak PS Bagz Shorts Unlined Women's
The Peak PS Bagz Shorts Unlined (Women's) are a classic paddling paddling short, constructed from midweight rip-stop recycled polyester and with a CFC free water repellent finish. These shorts are the perfect choice for just about everything on the water!
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Peak PS Zip Boots
The Peak PS Zip Boots are a great footwear choice for watersports where solid underfoot protection is necessary. They're tough, comfortable and feature a YKK zip and a rugged AO rubber sole. Also great for group and centre use.
Peak PS Guide Belt
The Peak PS Guide Belt is an excellent choice for coaches, guides, and instructors who prefer to keep their throwline within easy reach. It comes with a quick-release buckle for both the throwline attachment section and the belt itself, ensuring convenience. The belt is also thoughtfully padded, offering comfort during extended days on the water.
Peak PS Gear Belt
The Peak PS Gear Belt is a perfect choice for guides, coaches, and any paddlers who desire easy access to their throwline. Both the throwline attachment section and the belt itself incorporate quick-release buckles for added convenience. Additionally, a practical zip storage pocket with a fast-draining mesh base is included.
Peak PS Rescue Line
The Peak PS Rescue Line was created with the needs of emergency services in mind, incorporating Peak's distinct and exceptionally sturdy ring system. This Rescue Line showcases a striking red/lime color combination and comprises a 25m long, 10mm line tested to comply with EN1981 standards.
Peak PS Rescue Tape 5m
The Peak PS Rescue Tape 5m combines remarkable strength with ease of use. Crafted from robust 20mm tubular webbing, it conveniently fits into Peak PFD pockets. Plus, it boasts a karabiner loop at each end for added versatility.
Peak PS Towline 5m
The Peak PS Towline 5m is an essential sea kayaking safety equipment. Unique waist or deck mounted towing system with quick release waist belt, quick draining mesh based pocket, and high vis colours.
Peak PS Towline 15m
The Peak PS Towline 15m is essential sea kayaking safety equipment. Unique waist or deck mounted towing system with quick release waist belt, quick draining mesh based pocket, and high vis colours.
Peak PS Shoes
The Peak PS Shoes are a great choice if you're planning on spending lots of time near the water as they're lightweight, low profile and flexible. These neoprene shoes are ideal for sports such as Stand up Paddle Boarding and Sit on Top Kayaking. Whilst they're not as warm as neoprene socks, they offer much better underfoot protection thanks to grippy rubber sole reinforcements.
Peak PS Pogies
The Peak PS Pogies are tough, yet lightweight enough to stash in your pocket. These are especially suited to paddling when space and weight is at a premium. They will effectively keep the wind and rain off your hands, so they can keep working!
Peak PS Open Palm Mitt
The Peak PS Open Palm Mitt is a great option for partaking in paddle sports in the colder months. They offer a full covering over the back of your hand whilst the palm is left open so you can retain a good grip on your kayak paddle shaft. Made with 2mm Neoprene, these mitts will keep your finger warm and working!
Peak PS Gloves
The Peak PS Gloves are a great option if you're looking for some neoprene hand-wear that covers all aspects of watersports. They are perfect for activities such as stand up paddle boarding, gorge walking and kayaking. They feature a 2mm super-stretch neoprene construction, which offers good levels of warmth for winter kayaking trips. They also feature a grippy print on the palms so you can maintain a secure grip on your kayak paddle shaft.
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Peak PS Neoskin Pants Women's
The Peak PS Neoskin Pants (women's) are a highly versatile neoprene trouser and a great addition to your paddling kitbag. They offer full leg protection and are super warm, tough and comfortable. They've been constructed from a mixture of 2.0 and 2.5mm neoprene, with the thicker material used across the back, hips and knees for added protection in areas of high wear.
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Peak PS Neoskin Pants
The Peak PS Neoskin Pants are a highly versatile neoprene trouser and a great addition to your paddling kitbag. They offer full leg protection and are super warm, tough and comfortable. They've been constructed from a mixture of 2.0 and 2.5mm neoprene, with the thicker material used across the back, hips and knees for added protection in areas of high-wear.
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Peak PS Neoskin Strides Women's
The Peak PS Neoskin Strides (Women's) are a great addition to your paddling kit bag! They offer excellent knee coverage which in turn give you an increased level of comfort and protection. They've been made with a combination of 2.0 and 2.5mm neoprene, with the tougher material on the back, hips and knees, making these pants warm, tough and hugely versatile.
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Peak PS Neoskin Strides
The Peak PS Neoskin Strides (Women's) are a great addition to your paddling kit bag! They offer excellent knee coverage which in turn give you an increased level of comfort and protection. They're made with a mixture of 2.0 and 2.5mm neoprene, with the tougher material on the back, hips and knees, making these pants warm, tough and hugely versatile.
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Peak PS Neoskin Shorts Women's
The Peak PS Neoskin Shorts (Women's) are ideal for the competitive aspects of kayaking, such as canoe polo and canoe slalom. They offer added warmth and protection to the mid-section of the torso, whilst still remaining tough and comfortable. They've been constructed from a mixture of 2.0 and 2.5mm neoprene, with the thicker material on the back and hips for extra protection. in areas of higher wear.
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Peak PS Neoskin Shorts
The Peak PS Neoskin Shorts are ideal for the competitive aspects of kayaking, such as canoe polo and slalom. They provide additional warmth and protection to the mid-section of the torso, whilst still remaining tough and comfortable. They've been constructed from a combination of 2.0 and 2.5mm neoprene, with the thicker material on the back and hips for extra protection.
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Peak PS Polo Deck
The Peak PS Polo Deck is a high specification neoprene spraydeck that is perfect for canoe polo. It has a durable 4mm super tough face neoprene construction and the deck pane is totally seam free. It seals to the cockpit of the kayak via a 9mm shock cord edge. The thinner shockcord makes for effortless application to the kayak. The waist tube also incorporates a 4mm neoprene construction and comes in four sizes for a near perfect fit. The seam between the deck panel and the waist tube is blind stitched and latex sealed for the best levels of performance and a dry ride. Whilst the underside of the deck features a grippy silicone print, this helps to ensure it gets a snug and secure fit on the polo kayak.
Peak PS Whitewater Evo One Piece Suit
The Peak PS Whitewater Evo One Piece Suit is an innovative and unique drysuit that's made with tough, X4 nylon and double neck/wrist seals. The unique 10mm YKK Aquaseal leg entry system allows easy entry and unrivalled freedom of movement and paddling comfort. Comes with a storage bag/changing mat made entirely from surplus materials.
Peak PS Whitewater Deck
The Peak PS Whitewater Deck is a tough and durable spraydeck designed to be used to the extreme. Whilst designed for whitewater kayaking, it will also be suitable for sea kayaking. This neoprene spraydeck is available in four sizes and fits a vast range of kayaks. The Peak Whitewater deck features a blend of 4- and 4.5-mm neoprene in the construction. All the seams are then blind stitched and latex sealed. The deck secures to the kayak via a 11mm shockcord edge, the fit is then enhanced by the addition of the gripply silicone print on the underside. This really does offer a snug and secure fit.
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Peak PS Adventure Double Evo Women's Jacket
The Peak PS Adventure Double Evo (Women's) Jacket is a high spec sea kayaking cag that's designed to keep you warm, dry and comfortable, even in the most harsh of weather conditions. Whilst this jacket has been designed as a sea kayaking cag, its also a great option for other watersports such as Open Canoeing and Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
Peak PS Adventure Double Evo Jacket
The Peak PS Adventure Double Evo Jacket is a high-spec sea kayaking cag that's designed to keep you warm, dry and comfortable, even in the most harsh of weather conditions. Whilst this jacket has been designed as a sea kayaking cag, its also a great option for other water-sports such as Open Canoeing and Stand Up Paddle Boarding.
Peak PS Thermal Rashy Women's Pants
The Peak PS Thermal Rashy (Women's) Pants are a super warm, quick-drying and wicking base layer legging that are great for long days out on the water. The lining is soft and comfortable and they're made from brushed stretch, recycled polyester spandex fabrics (280g/m2).
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Peak PS Thermal Rashy Short
The Peak PS Thermal Rashy Short is a great baselayer choice for long days paddling in all but the warmest of conditions. This top is super-warm, quick drying and is made with brush stretch recycled polyester spandex (280g/m2). Pair with a pair of Peak Neoskin strides for a 2-piece wetsuit alternative or simply wear alone for an added bit of warmth!