Huge range of specially selected walking, climbing, caving and trail running products from the best brands
Large range of watersports equipment and clothing for whitewater and sea kayaking, open canoeing, sit-on-top and kayak fishing.
A range of products for working at height, high ropes courses, police, military, fire, mountain and swift water rescue.
We are the specialist outdoor retailer based in Cardiff who provide a friendly, personal fitting service for footwear, clothing and equipment across the outdoors.
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We provide a one-stop-shop for all your outdoor clothing and equipment needs for; walking, climbing, caving, fell and trail running, expeditions, white-water, sit on top and sea kayaking, open boating, SUP, high ropes, rescue, and industrial access.
As an independent retailer, we select the best products available and build this website ourselves giving the best advice possible. All of us are knowledgeable, experienced, and passionate about the outdoors.
Visit us at Up and Under, 490 Cowbridge Road East, Cardiff, CF5 1BL.
This series of footwear care kits bring you our staff picks for cleaning, nourishing and reproofing each different style of walking shoe or boot, be that; full grain leather, nubuck leather, nubuck leather with a waterproof membrane, suede leather or fabric. They feature products from favourite brands such as Granger's, Nikwax, Meindl, MudMate and Zamberlan.
The MSR Windburner is a compact, lightweight, and highly efficient stove system. The radiant burner and windproof design means it will boil the water for your brew in no time, and in weather when you really need it! MSR have carefully thought out the design of this stove, so the integrated pot with heat exchanger keeps gas use to a minimum. It also all packs away into itself, so it'll slip easily into your sack.
The Scarpa Instinct VS-R Limited Edition offers all the same specs and features as the original, but in a shiny new colour! There will be limited stock available of this new version, so if you already know and love these shoes, then why not grab yourself a new pair whilst stocks last? And you'll be sure to stand out at your local climbing wall. The Instinct VS-R is a softer version of the classic Instinct shoe. Great for a range of sport climbing and bouldering, but really dialled down for those who climb mostly on plastic, those with a lighter frame, or for those looking to broaden their shoe collection.
The La Sportiva Prodigio is an ultra trail running shoe that's been designed to meet the needs of the most demanding runs. They feature a breathable upper made with durable knitwear, which ensures a high level of performance and also effectively protects the foot from overheating thanks to excellent air circulation. The use of mesh lining also increases airflow, further keeping the feet dry and comfortable, even during intense exercise.
Ultra-lightweight with a highly tapered cut, the Mythic 200 is designed for summer, alpine style missions where weight and pack size are crucial to success. Filled with 900FP goose down and covered with a lightweight recycled Atmos™ fabric, it's a high-performance bag for those meticulously counting grams.
The Instinct Evolution 7L is an intuitive trail running hydration vest that offers extreme versatility and minimal body contact. Its volume is adjustable to suit the requirements of your race and its high-sitting back placement allows for immediate & easy access to your hydration, poles and other essentials. The Evolution features adjustable front sternum straps and Instinct's unique side elastic lacing system, allowing for a custom fit to almost any body type.
This is the sock for women who love to move fast across rugged terrain. With each toe wrapped in fabric to minimize friction, your toes are free splay so you can utilize your entire foot to get a confident grip and better balance on narrow, uneven trails. The crew length rides high to seal out debris, ergonomic patterning is tailored specifically for women’s feet, and a band under the arch adds support. COOLMAX® and a mesh top keep feet dry and cool, nylon fibers add durability, and midweight cushioning protects your feet.
Portable hangboard made from hardwood.
These titanium utensils deliver ultralight utility and unquestionable durability. They come on a screw-locked cable so they’re as easy to keep track of, as they are to carry.
The Red Chili Circuit rockshoe combines incredible comfort for wide footed beginners, all day climbers and those who favour a comfy supportive shoe. The newly developed rand provides optimal space for the toes and the slightly muted downturn supports you perfectly.
Red Chili Spirit LV is the low volume version of our 'luxury classic'. The Spirit LV is built on a modified last with less volume to best fit the anatomy of narrow feet and will suit many female climbers well.
The OCUN Twist Tech Eco is a comfortable, 3-buckle harness made dominantly from recycled and bio-based materials. This all-round harness is a great choice for sport climbing, mountaineering and via ferrata. The name Tech indicates that the harness is equipped with 5 gear loops and and two carytool slot, the three stainless steel safety buckles are a standard feature. With the Twist Tech Eco, you can make your adventures more sustainable, without compromising on safety or quality.
The Patagonia Men's Boulder Fork Rain Jacket will keep you dry and provide reliable rain protection from the trail to places less travelled, and back again. It features H2No performance standard 3-layer shell, which provides the highest levels of comfort, performance and durability. It's low-profile hood with laminated visor provides great visibility in poor weather conditions, as well as accommodating a variety of headwear.
The Up and Under Trad Pack has an RRP of £377.81 but you pay only £299.99 for a whole bundle of natural protection to help your outdoor trad climbing career begin. This set will give you the core of a first outdoor lead rack and makes an ideal present for anyone wanting to progress from indoor to outdoor climbing. Save nearly £80 with this awesome pack of kit from DMM and Ocun.
The Jobe Yarra 10.6 is a complete inflatable SUP board package, including everything you need for your first water adventure. You might also want to consider a buoyancy aid for added safety. This comprehensive SUP package includes a high-pressure board, a 3-piece fiberglass SUP paddle, a SUP leash, a SUP fin, a repair kit and a waterproof rucksack carry bag. Inflating the board is a breeze with the included pump.
The Dryrobe Advance Long Sleeve is the ultimate changing towel. It's super versatile and is the number one choice for many outdoor enthusiasts. Whether you're off kayaking, wild swimming, surfing, or even standing on the side or the football pitch, the DryRobe has you covered. Primarily designed for changing, it helps to protect your modesty should you drop your towel! However, for many surfers and wild swimmers, as they spend time in the water so close to home, they will wear it home to save getting changed outdoors. The synthetic lambs wool inner offers warmth while the weatherproof outer will also protect the car seats should you wish to drive home. The large hood offers additional warmth, as do the two front pockets. The large inner pockets offer storage for items such as a wallet and a mobile phone.
The Organic Towel Dryrobe is luxuriously soft, providing ample room for changing inside while ensuring protection from the elements. Crafted from 100% organic cotton.
The Dryrobe Kid's Organic Towel Dryrobe is perfect for beach days and pool trips. Easily slip it over your head for convenient changing. This versatile towel simplifies the process, provides quick drying, ensures privacy, and proves useful during camping trips, especially in small campground showers.
The Sweet Protection Strutter Helmet is a peaked kayaking helmet and probably the most well known paddling helmet out there. The iconic design of the Strutter is based around the shape of the American baseball cap and was designed in the paddling mecca that is Norway. This classic design now dates back as far as 1997. It is available in three sizes for a near perfect fit.
The Grip Store Pty Griptinite has been crafted with an innovative formula that harnesses cutting-edge grip technology to unleash your true superpower grip. Made with the highest quality, vegan, and cruelty-free ingredients, Griptinite ensures instant activation, so you're always ready to perform at your best. Its unique anti-gelling solution minimises waste, maximising performance with every application. Say goodbye to the sidelines and hello to peak performance with Griptinite.
The Patagonia Men's P-6 Logo Responsibili-Tee features a classic graphic printed on Patagonia's lowest carbon footprint t-shirt, made with 100% fabric scraps and recycled bottles and therefor reduced reliance on virgin raw materials. It's also FairTrade Certified sewn, meaning the people who made it earned a premium for their labour. Not only is this t-shirt comfortable and sustainable but it's also Patagonia's most sustainable t-shirt available!
The P-6 Logo LoPro Trucker Hat by Patagonia is a close-fitting trucker hat with an organic cotton front, a recycled polyester mesh back and an adjustable snap closure. The brim is made with Bureo's fully traceable NetPlus 100% recycled fishing nets and is Fair Trade Certified sewn.
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