Watersports
Welcome to the watersports section of our website. Up and Under has been supplying watersports equipment since the business opened in 1977. We have a massive amount of knowledge and experience. We are also the largest Canoe and Kayak Store in South Wales and are only 10 minutes drive from, The Cardiff International White Water Centre. (CIWW) If you want to get wet, we will help you get on the water!
We cover an exciting range of watersports equipment that comes from the best suppliers and manufacturers.
For the latest ranges of kit, delve deeper into your chosen category. We also often have some great deals on end of line products. These can be found in the watersports sale section below.
For the new season of 2024, we are very proud to welcome the following new brands to our portfolio!
Our watersports section is broken down into 12 main areas, which are detailed below.
Body Boarding and Surfing - Body Boards, Wetsuits, Rash Vests and Beach Essentials. All of the key components for a family beach holiday. Watersports Brands Stocked - Australian Board Company, Circle One, Dryrobe and Jobe.
Clothing - PFDs, Kayak Jackets, Changing Towels, Watersports Shoes, Drysuits, Rash Vest and Thermals and Trousers and Shorts to name but a few. All the best items to stay warm and comfortable whilst kayaking on the river. Watersports Brands Stocked - Adidas, Bestard, Circle One, Crewsaver, Dryrobe, Jobe, La Sportiva, Nookie, Palm, Peak PS, Sweet Protection and Yak.
Competition Kayaking - Whether your into Canoe Polo, Sprint Kayaking or Canoe Slalom, This is the place to locate your required kit. Whether it is a pair of Paddles, a Kayak or a piece of kayak outfitting, the chances are we will be able to help. Watersports Brands Stocked - Canoe Polo Zone, Combat, Exo Kayaks, Mikasa, Revenge and Streamlyte.
Inflatable Kayaking - If you looking for a small and compact inflatable kayak, to go into the garage of your motorhome. Or something for backpacking and packrafting in Scotland. This is the place to look. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Kokopelli, Seago, Streamlyte and TNP
Open Canoeing - If your looking to keep with tradition and take to the water in a Canadian Canoe, this is the area to be. An open canoe is great for family use and also then enables you to partake in canoe camping trips and bushcraft adventures. Watersports Brands Stocked - Ainsworth, Bending Branches, Eckla, Hou Canoes, Palm, Peak PS, Ruk Sport, Silverbirch Canoes, TNP, Venture Canoes, Werner and Whetman Equipment.
Outdoor Swimming - One of the new areas of watersports for Us. Whether your trying your first triathlon and looking for an open water swimsuit. Or if your a regular lake swimmer or if you are looking at cold water dipping. This is the place to find your Swimming Gloves, Skull Caps, Tow Floats and Goggles. We also sell Masks, Fins and Underwater Scooters for Snorkelling. Watersports Brands Stocked - Dryrobe, Jobe, Palm, Typhoon and Zone3
Recreational Touring - This is all about spending quality time on the water. Whether your enjoying coastal kayaking tours or whether you want to do some canal kayak routes. We have the correct selection of kayaking equipment for you. The recreational kayak selection here all offer enhanced directional stability, offer basic storage for a great day on the water. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Dagger, Islander Kayaks, Kajak Sport, Nookie, P & H Kayaks, Palm, Pyranha, Streamlyte, Tootega Kayaks and TNP
Stand Up Paddle Boarding - A fantastic watersport which is all about exploring the local waterways available. Whether you want to SUP on a lake or go paddle boarding on a canal. We have the gear to suit! We have a great range of paddle board packages, buoyancy aids (PFDs), wetsuits. We also have plenty of dry storage options such as drybags and phone cases. We even sell electric sup pumps as well as manual to keep you inflated! Watersports Brands Stocked - Jobe, Overboard, Palm, Peak PS, Tiki, Typhoon and Whetman Equipment
Sea Kayaking - This is the place for all thing salty. Whether your into coastal sea kayaking trips or you rather open water sea kayaking. We have the sea kayaking equipment you need. Whether you want an expedition sea kayak a playful option of a day touring kayak. We have it! We also stock a range of both straight shaft and cranked shaft sea kayak paddles. Whilst its not always about a new kayak purchase, we also stock a good range of sea kayak outfitting. This helps to keep your current boat in service to the highest standard. Watersports Brands Stocked - Aqua-Bound, Aquapac, Eckla, HF Equipment, Icom, Kajak Sport, North Shore, Overboard, P & H, Palm, Peak PS, Silva, Streamlyte, Valley, VE Paddles, Watershed, Werner and Whetman Equipment.
Sit On Top Kayaking - Sit on top kayaks are a great option for getting into kayaking for the first time. They are exceptionally safe and easy to use. Whether you are looking for some adventure on a family beach holiday or you are looking to explore your local canal. We will have the sit on kayak for you. They are available as a single seat option and also a tandem seat option. We have a great range of kayak paddles that are suitable for your chosen craft. Kayak Trollies to get yoru kayak to the waters edge and also a good range of kayak outfitting to keep your boat in top condition. Watersports Brands Stocked - Eckla, Islander Kayaks, Jobe, Kajak Sport, Palm, Pyranha, RTM, Ruk Sport, Scotty, TNP, Tootega, Wilderness Systems and Whetman Equipment.
Transport - It is all very well having the passion for watersports and owning a Sea Kayak or an Open Canoe. But you do need to get it to the waters edge. In this section we cover all your transport requirements. If you need to transport a kayak, we have a great offering of roof racks, roof rack pads, roof rack straps and also a number of different kayak carrying systems. - Watersports Brands Stocked - Canoe Polo Zone, Dryrobe, Eckla, FCS, Handiworld, Kajak Sport, Kanulock, Nookie, Palm, Playboater, and Thule. We also have a Transport Section in the Outdoor section of the website for the Thule Tow Ball Bike Racks and Roof Racks
White Water Kayaking - This is the area for those who like to get the adrenaline flowing. Whether your into kayak freestyle or kayak river running. We have the best range of kayaks, paddles , Spraydecks, and Safety Equipment. In the event that you whitewater kayak has been used in the most demanding situations, we also stock a good range of spare kayak outfitting. - Watersports Brands Stocked - Aquapac, Dagger, Eckla, Edelrid, HF Equipment, Jobe, Nookie, Ortlieb, Palm, Peak PS, Pyranha, Streamlyte, TNP, Typhoon, VE Paddles, Watershed, Werner, Whetman Equipment and Yak
Verano CanCan 16
The Verano Cancan 16, a versatile Canadian Canoe that features a full inflatable drop stitch construction. This Canadian Canoe is perfect in so many ways. Firstly, it’s very easy for storage and transportation. When packed it, is stores in a carry bag that features 3 wheels so you can get to the water’s edge with ease. The premium quality drop stitch construction then gives good levels of stiffness for an impressive performance on the water. This inflatable canoe is highly versatile as it has an adjustable seating system that can offer between 1 and 4 bench seats. The Cancan 16 is suitable for carrying up to 400kg in weight which makes it ideal for summer family use.
Jobe Tasman Inflatable Kayak Package
The Jobe Tasman Inflatable kayak package is an excellent choice for those paddlers who want to partake in some longer touring trips. Whether you want to paddle around an alpine lake or along a canal this is perfect, due to the stronger keel line and the longer slender design. This inflatable kayak package features a full drop stitch construction, which also gives the best level of rigidity for added performance. The Tasman kayak package features a versatile seating system; it is easily adjusted to suit either a solo paddler or tandem paddlers. Both seats are highly adjustable to give the best levels of comfort and support. This kayak package comes with the kayak itself, two seats, two paddles, an inflation pump, a carry / storage bag, and a kayak skeg for enhanced levels of directional stability.
Jobe Gama Inflatable Kayak Package
The Jobe Gama Inflatable kayak package is a superb way to take your inflatable kayak adventures to the next level. This inflatable kayak package comes supplied with all you need. The kayak package comes complete with the kayak, 2 paddles, 2 seats, a kayak skeg for improved tracking, an inflation pump, and a storage / carry bag. This 2 person inflatable kayak is perfect for cruising along your local canal, exploring the local river and taking gentle trips around the lakes in the Alps. This inflatable kayak has a compact size which means it will easily fit into the boot of a car. It is also a great consideration for adventurous people who use a motorhome or a caravan.
P & H Composite Virgo
The P & H Composite Virgo is based on the highly popular plastic version, the Virgo CLX / Virgo MZ3. This composite sea kayak gives a higher level of performance and specification. The composite Virgo will offer greater levels of rigidity, which will make it faster through the water. Due to the nature of composite materials, there are also multiple levels of construction. There is also a range of custom options. As for colours, the list is endless. So, you really can have a unique kayak at a price that suits your budget! The Composite Virgo Sea kayak comes as a single size. It features a long waterline and a feature rich deck design. The 4 hatches offer great levels of storage, whilst the Siva 70P compass position and the retractable skeg will keep you on the correct course. There is a great configuration of deck lines and elastics that are perfect for holding items such as a sea chart.
Peak PS Wraptor H20 PFD
The Peak PS Wraptor Zip H20 PFD is a high specification buoyancy aid that is perfect for your coastal sea kayaking adventures. It is also a number one choice for the stand-up paddle boarders and open canoe paddlers. The Wraptor H20 is easy to get on and off due to the front zip access, internally there is a waist belt that secures around the torso with a single buckle. The Wraptor PFD has plenty of adjustment to achieve a perfect fit. The adjustment is due to the addition of the side compression straps and the adjustable shoulder straps. All the straps are easy to adjust and will enhance the snug contoured fit. The adjustable shoulder straps are located under the shoulder pads, which offer additional comfort for when carrying a boat. There are six front pockets, which offer great levels of storage. A further pocket is located on the rear of the PFD; this is perfect for a hydration system.
Eckla Beach Rolly Screw Set for Hinge
The Eckla Beach Rolly Screw Set for Hinge is a set of two hinges for use with the Eckla Beach Rolly, should you need to replace them.
Eckla Hinge For Beach Rolly
The Eckla Hinge for Beach Rolly is a replacement part designed to keep your trolley folding smoothly and securely. Supplied as a pair, two hinges are required for one complete boat trolley. Ideal as a spare or replacement in case of loss or damage.
NRS Ninja OS PFD
The NRS Ninja OS PFD is a great consideration when you are looking to take your kayaking along the coastline. It is perfect for sea kayaking and works very well for recreational kayak touring and paddle boarding also. This sea kayaking PFD is available in two bright colours, which ensure you are always highly visible. The additional Solas tape really will enhance your visibility even more, especially whilst on an after dark paddling trip. The Ninja OS PFD features a partial overhead / side entry design, which is tremendously easy to get on and off. Based around the NRS orbit fit system, it offers an exceptionally snug and secure fit when on the paddlers torso. The front pocket offers a great volume of storage; it also features smaller dividers. This enables you to store your gear in a neat, organised manor. There is an actional front pocket, at the base., this is great for a kayak safety knife.
Peak PS Wrapid Guide Women's PFD
The Peak PS Wrapid Guide Women's PFD, a high specification whitewater kayaking buoyancy aid, which is ideal for more technical river running. The Wrapid Guide is based around a new platform designed for the female form and now with additional sizes. The Wrapid Guide has seen lots of change to kayaking PFD design. It now incorporates an internal chest stap to offer a snug and secure fit for the best levels of safety. The old-style waist belt has been removed, which makes the PFD shorter in design. Internally the new chest strap, secures via a single buckle. The Wrapid Guide incorporates a partial overhead partial side entry design. This makes it exceptionally easy to get on and off. The final fit of the PFD is via a large 38mm external buckle and the dual tension chest harness. The final perfection of adjustment is via the lower belt on each side of the pfd. The chest harness also adjusts on the right to secure the fit. Further adjustment is achieved via the shoulder straps. The shoulder straps are also partially hidden by the shoulder pads, which also offer enhanced comfort. There is a vast amount of storage in the Wrapid Guide as it also features five front pockets.
Peak PS Wrapid Guide PFD
The Peak PS Wrapid Guide is a high specification whitewater kayaking PFD, which is perfect for more technical river running. The Wrapid Guide is based around a new platform that sees a radical change to kayaking PFD design. It features an internal chest stap for the snug and secure fit that safety demands. The classic waist belt is no longer present, which results in the PFD being a bit shorter in design. Internally the new chest strap, secures with a single buckle. The PFD then incorporates a semi over the head and semi side entry design which is exceptionally easy to get on and off. The PFD then has a second level of securing to the torso via an external single large 38mm buckle and the dual tension chest harness. The final trimming of adjustment is carried out by the lower belt on each side of the pfd. You can also use the chest harness on the right and side. Further adjustment also comes via the shoulder straps. These are hidden by the shoulder pads, which also offer enhanced comfort. There are then vast amounts of storage in the Wrapid Guide due to the five front pockets.
Peak PS Wrapid Vest Women's PFD
The Peak PS Wrapid Vest Women's PFD, designed to offer great levels of performance, whilst on your whitewater kayaking adventures. With a new and designed platform for the female form, it also incorporates a new range of ladies’ sizes. This PFD features a partial overhead / and partial side entry design. It also features the new Wrapid Design. The design incorporates a belt, which secures around the chest and helps to prevent it from lifting when sat in your kayak. Once on the torso, the Wrapid Vest can be customised to a perfect a snug and secure fit. This is possible, due to the side compression straps and the adjustable shoulder straps. Three pockets on the front offer great levels of storage. All the pockets have zip closure access. The main front pocket is great for kayak safety gear such as a safety tape and a karabiner. Whilst the other pockets are great for items such as a mobile phone and ear plugs.
