Venture
Up and Under in Cardiff, UK, stocks Venture canoes and kayaks, along with a variety of outfitting parts such as seats, fittings, and storage pods. Venture, part of the Pyranha family, has been designing and manufacturing high-quality boats since 2004, drawing on over 50 years of expertise in kayak and canoe innovation. Their commitment to performance, durability, and adventure means each boat is built for more than just floating - it's crafted to enhance every paddling experience, whether on inland waters or coastal explorations.
Venture’s roots trace back to 1971 when founder Graham Mackereth began building kayaks in his father’s garage, pioneering polyethylene construction and specialized designs. By 2004, Venture had established a full range of open canoes and touring kayaks, built in the UK by the same passionate team behind Pyranha Whitewater and P&H Sea Kayaks. Using advanced polymer construction and high-quality components, Venture ensures every canoe and kayak meets rigorous standards, making them a trusted choice for paddlers of all levels.
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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.
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Afon Cruiser CL
The Venture Afon Cruiser CL is a Canadian Canoe for for river trips, from gentle flat water to easy moving water. This open canoe features a 3 layer plastic construction known as Corelite (CL). The construction techniques used in the production of the Afon (moulded in Gunwales and End Deck), help reduce weight while keeping the boat stiff so it handles predictably.
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Flex Fit 4
The Venture Flex Fit 4 is a recreational touring kayak that's ideal for taking to the water for the first time. It's a great option for exploring your local waterway, whether it’s cruising along your local canal or round the lake, the Flex 11 will do it all. Featuring a large easy access cockpit, a padded seat and an adjustable footrest. The rear of the kayak then has an oval kayak storage hatch and a retractable skeg for enhanced directional stability.
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End Deck
The Venture End Deck is available in two sizes and they are sold as single units. The one size fits models Venture Canoes such as the ranger, while the second size of deck plate fits other models in their range such as the Venture Prospector. They are easy to fit and are easily secured on with rivets.
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Ranger 162 Cruiser CL
The Venture Ranger 162 Cruiser CL is a great choice of open canoe for relaxed escapes and family adventures. It's highly versatile, stable and supremely hard wearing, so whatever your skill level, it won't disappoint! The Cruiser features a relatively flat hull that remains remarkably stable whether loaded or bare, allowing beginners to progress with confidence and intermediated to push their limits to reach the next level. And thanks to the low profile design, you won't have to fight to stay on course if the wind decides to pick up!
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Ranger 149 Cruiser CL
The Venture Ranger 149 Cruiser CL is an open canoe that comes in at 14'7" long, making it ideal for newcomers to the world of paddle sport. It has a 350kg carrying capacity, so enough space for two paddlers plus all the kit you need for extended day trips on the water. The Ranger 149 has a premier plastic Corelite construction which provides enhanced levels of stiffness and abrasion resistance. The mid section has a 3-layer construction that tapers to two layers at the ends for added durability. Comes fitted as standard with Vinyl gunwales, plastic end decks, two seats and a central carrying yoke.
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Prospector 165 Cruiser CL
The Venture Prospector 165 Cruiser CL is a traditional style canoe that excels on wilderness expeditions and white water trips, making it popular with enthusiasts and outdoor centres across the globe. It features a wide beam, classic symmetrical hull and soft tumblehome, meaning the Prospector is easy and stable to roll on to edge, whilst the familiar recurved bow and high freeboard keep you dry through features and prevent swamping.
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Gunwale Fitting Kit
The Venture Gunwale Fitting Kit rivets are sold in packets of 50 units. These rivets are ideal for securing items such as gunwales, p-clips and canoe end decks. Canoe spare parts such as these do take the effort out of canoe maintenance, often making a tedious job easy!
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Storage Pod 3L
The Venture Storage Pod 3L offers a 3L carrying capacity. It is suitable for securing into the moulding on the front decks of kayaks such as the Pyranha Fusion and the Venture Flex 11. This storage pod is made from a tough, durable plastic and the access is secured by a kayak sport hatch. The opening to the pod is 9cm across so it’s easy to fit items like cameras in and out. The pod also features a bungee securing elastic so it can be secured to the front of the kayak.