Above & Below Kayak Shop

I’m not going to lie, Matt from above and below is amazing! He’s very knowledgeable and is a sound guy. Recently I discovered the company and for all of my recent kayaking purchases (including a boat and dry suit) have been from them. Their prices are fair, their customer service is in my opinion unrivalled. Couldn’t recommend these guys enough for all your paddling needs - especially with their try before you buy at Lee Valley! Where could you go wrong 10/10! 5*

Extremely knowledgeable, helpful, friendly and professional. Yesterday I bought a kayak from Matt at the Waltham Abbey shop and would definately recommend them. Matt took time to listen to what I wanted the kayak for and patiently went through the various styles and makes, explaining what each was used for. He then let me try some out on the lake at the shop thereby making sure I was happy with the one I purchased. I cannot fault the service given.

Kayak Matt was incredibly helpful, with endless patience with our obvious lack of knowledge and experience. He pointed us in the right direction with regards to what we needed. He cut us a great deal and helped us out at every stage of the purchase. He's knowledgeable and helpful.

My experience with Above and Below started with a visit to the Lee Valley White Water Centre in 2019. My daughter was going to enter an Open Water Competition (her first one) and I knew that she would need a wetsuit. I walked into the shop not expecting much as I needed a swimming suit, not a Kayaking suit. The customer support I got was amazing. Not only did they know what type of suit was needed, they had it in stock and in the correct size.Roll onto 2020 - the country in lockdown. First thing opening up is open water swimming. Daughter has shot up in height and the old suit is too small. I could have gone straight to Amazon - but thought I might chance my arm by messaging Above and Below on Facebook. Matt answered within minutes. Within a couple of days had a temp suit collected (so she could swim) and within a week picked up a brand new wetsuit.Matt and all his team are amazing. Very knowledgeable, super nice. Should change their name to Above and Beyond - because that is the level of service I received. I will be using them for all my future open water needs.

Amazing shop with great stock and super friendly staff who are always extremely helpful and full of interesting knowledge about all of their products.Matt, was amazing with helping pick the correct boat for me (went for a burn 3 small which I am having so much fun with) and pick a good quality paddle (TNP RAPPA) and other kayaking equipment. I fully recommend this shop to anyone who loves kayaking from the biggest beginner to the most experienced paddler. Cheers guys for all the helpCan’t wait to be able to visit the shop again.

Recent purchased a pair of Astral Loyak kayaking shoes from Above and Below. Service was amazing from Matt and the team. Easy to contact via mobile phone and the communication via text message on the progress of the order worked really well. I highly recommend these guys for their service alone! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

Met Matt in the shop today, took the time to really explain the types of kayak and the sport to me, which, being new to it I really appreciated. Great reange of product and the perfect location!

Just been and purchased a new kayak & gear and everyone there were lovely and helpful and made the process quick and easy.

Above & Below just have everything you need if you are looking to buy anything kayak & canoe related. The largest range of brands and sizes I have ever seen in the UK, full fitting and advise from vastly experienced staff. I'd highly recommend Above & Below.