Top 10 sustainable children’s gifts for cyclists

If you're aiming to be a more eco-conscious shopper, buying a discounted kids' bike from the Frog Bikes factory outlet is a great option. The quality of children's bicycles available might have a small scratch or have been used as display models, but instead of letting these go to waste, the bikes are meticulously assembled, inspected for quality, and shipped directly from our factory to your door, in the UK.

This reduces waste and gives perfectly good bikes a new lease of life. Not only are you saving money, but you're also helping the environment with a more eco-friendly kids’ bike purchase.

A Frog bike is a fantastic eco-friendly gift option. Frog bikes are designed with sustainability in mind, with the latest range featuring 25% recycled aluminium frames and forks, reducing their environmental footprint while offering high-quality performance. The lightweight design ensures that children can enjoy a smooth ride with ease. These bikes are built to last, which means they can be passed down to siblings or friends, reducing waste. Shop the Frog Bikes range.

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Check out CityKids' handpicked collection of sustainable school backpacks for kids. From backpacks crafted from recycled materials to rucksacks made by companies dedicated to reducing waste and responsible manufacturing, each option helps the planet and keeps your kid’s essentials super-organised. Your little one will be ready to rock the playground in green style!

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On cold days when your child needs an extra warm layer, Little Green Radicals has a great range of recycled fleeces. Little Green Radicals' cosy recycled fleece gilets are made from an incredibly soft fabric both inside and out so it's comfy to wear adventuring in the wild, or snuggling up at home. It's hard to believe the beautiful fleeces were plastic bottles in a previous life.

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The Frog Bikes water bottle, crafted from sugar starch, is an eco-friendly choice perfect for young cyclists.  These bottles fit snuggly into Frog’s water bottle holders that can be attached to Frog bikes, suitable for the Frog 53 and upwards. Lightweight and easy to grip, the bottles are designed specifically for small hands, making them a practical and thoughtful gift for children who love cycling. This innovative bottle offers hydration on the go and supports sustainable materials.

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Inspire young cyclists with educational books that teach them about cycling and sustainability. Titles like The Little Bike Book or The Adventures of a Plastic Bottle can help children understand the impact of sustainability on their lives and encourage environmentally friendly habits from an early age.

Books like these not only foster a love for reading but also encourage a healthy and active lifestyle. 

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Proper bike maintenance is essential for extending the life of a bike. Consider gifting your young cyclist an eco-friendly bike maintenance kit that includes biodegradable lubricants, cleaning brushes made from natural fibres, and plant-based cleaning solutions. Brands like Green Oil offer bike maintenance products that are free from harmful chemicals and made from sustainable ingredients. 100% biodegradable and plant-based, Green Oil is gentle on the environment and safe to use for kids' bikes. 

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Not all gifts need to be physical items—why not gift a cycling experience? Encouraging outdoor play through cycling is essential as kids grow up. Head outdoors and explore expansive parkland and woodland as a family at one of the National Trust locations. These experiences help children develop their cycling skills in an eco-friendly environment, promoting both physical activity and a connection to nature. 

Or explore UK-based bike parks, like Cannock Chase Forest or Swinley Bike Hub, which offer child-friendly trails where families can explore nature while cycling.

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If your children are off on their adventures and really want to experience the great outdoors then they will love the authentic Original Den Kit. Created especially for the “inventive, imaginative, ingenious, truly original child.”

This kit encourages creativity, provides an opportunity for exploration, and most of all supplies hours of simple fun. For boys, for girls, for everywhere and for years to come - your passport to the outdoors.

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Introduce your children to sustainability and minimise plastic waste with these fantastic eco-friendly toothbrushes, perfect for bike-packing holidays and adventures! Made by Bambooth, these high-quality toothbrushes feature soft nylon bristles that are gentle on kids' teeth. With each purchase, a donation goes to conservation charities, helping protect our planet. The toothbrush handle and packaging are 100% biodegradable, and the case doubles as a convenient travel companion. Available in green or pink, these toothbrushes are ideal for eco-conscious families on the go! 

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Ditch the cling film, sandwich bags, and tin foil with this eco-friendly reusable baggie! Perfect for kids’ lunchboxes, this beautiful, flower-printed bag is ideal for packing sandwiches, snacks, crisps, or other treats for school and bike picnics. Made with a cotton exterior and a waterproof liner to keep food fresh, it’s easy to clean—simply machine wash or toss it in the dishwasher, or give it a quick hand rinse. Velcro closure makes it simple for kids to use, and it's a great sustainable choice for eco-conscious families.

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Looking for a fun, green gift that helps bring nature to the city? Urban Seedbom is a super-easy way to create a burst of flowers in unloved spaces! Each Seedbom is packed with wildflower seeds, ready to grow beautiful blooms that attract pollinators and make your community brighter. 

How does it work? Find a patch of bare land, pull the pin on your Seedbom, shake it, soak it, and throw it! You can plant it in spring (March to June) or autumn (August to October), and if you plant it in autumn, you’ll see flowers blooming the following year.

Urban Seedbom includes a mix of lovely, easy-to-grow flowers like cornflowers, marigolds, poppies, forget-me-nots, oxeye daisies, and red campion. These are a mix of annuals (plants that bloom once a year) and perennials (plants that come back year after year).

And here’s something cool: each Seedbom is fully biodegradable! The shell is made from 100% recycled paper, filled with organic, peat-free compost, and native wildflower seeds. Plus, the packaging is made from recycled cardboard, making it an eco-friendly gift that helps nature and the planet!

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