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Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers

Christmas is a magical time for toddlers, and you can make it even more memorable by giving a gift that can spark a lifelong love of cycling. Here’s our guide to some of the best Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers (typically aged 1–3 years).

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Contents: Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers

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Balance bikes & ride-ons

Balance bikes and ride-ons are perfect for building toddlers’ confidence and coordination, setting them up for a smooth transition to pedaling while sparking their love of cycling from an early age.

Scramblebug

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Scramblebug ride on

If your toddler is eager to get cycling but isn’t quite ready for a balance bike, a Scramblebug is an excellent option. It’s compact, folds down for easy carrying, and provides endless fun until they’re ready for the next step.

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Kidvelo Rookie Balance Bike

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Kidvelo Rookie Balance Bike

The Kidvelo Rookie 12 is an ideal choice for toddlers aged 18 months and up who are ready to take on two wheels. Kidvelo also offers an innovative range of bikes that convert from balance to pedal bikes, making them a fantastic investment as your child grows.

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Hornit AIRO 12"

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Hornit AIRO 12"

The Hornit AIRO 12" is another fantastic lightweight balance bike toddlers will adore. You can find out more about its features in our Hornit AIRO 12 review.

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lena bike

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Toddlebike/Lena Scooter

For children just starting to walk (from around 18 months or earlier, with an inside leg measurement of at least 20cm), the Lena Toddlebike is a great first step. This pre-balance bike helps little ones gain confidence and coordination.

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Cycling accessories

Practical and fun, cycling accessories like gloves, helmets, and snack bags make riding more enjoyable and safer for toddlers, ensuring they stay comfortable and prepared for every adventure. These Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers are ideal for both new and experienced little riders.

Tigo Totes Warm kids winter cycling gloves

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Cycling gloves for toddlers

Cold weather can be tough on tiny hands during winter rides. Tigo’s range of gloves starts at sizes for toddlers aged two and over. For more options, check out our guide to the best kids' winter cycling gloves

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Decathlon 500 baby helmet

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Toddler bike helmet

Finding a helmet small enough for toddlers can be tricky, but the Decathlon 500 is the smallest we’ve come across! For additional options, visit our guide to the best bike helmets for babies and toddlers.

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Strider Rocking Base

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Strider Rocking Base

Why stick with a rocking horse when Strider offers the perfect indoor balance bike alternative? This is a fantastic way to introduce your toddler to balance biking from the comfort of your living room.

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Kids Ride Shotgun Seat

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Kids Ride Shotgun Seats

Not ready for the trails just yet? The Kids Ride Shotgun seat lets little ones experience the thrill of mountain biking from your bike. It’s a brilliant gift for adventurous families—and could make you the coolest gift-giver around! Check out our Kids Ride Shotgun Seat review for a firsthand account of its adventures in the Lake District.

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kids buff

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Baby buff

You can never have too many buffs in your life! They keep little necks warm, work as an under-helmet layer, manage long hair, and are just as handy off the bike as on it.

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Teddy/Snack transportation bag

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Teddy/Snack transportation bag

A bike bag designed for balance bikes, scooters, or small bikes is a practical and fun gift. It allows your child to carry their own snacks, spares, or even their favourite teddy bear on every adventure.

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Hornit light and bell

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Hornit light and bell

This light and bell combo is designed with toddlers in mind, offering 25 fun sound effects! Whether it’s burps, sirens, or animal roars, it’s sure to entertain. Ideal for bikes or upfront seats, it’s the perfect way to involve your toddler in every ride.

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Warm hands!

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Pogies

The Kids Ride Shotgun pogies are a game-changer for keeping little hands warm on winter rides. These handlebar mitts attach easily, allowing small hands to slide in and out without any hassle.

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Bike-related books

Bike-themed picture books inspire young imaginations, teaching toddlers about the joys of cycling while creating treasured moments of storytelling and connection.

What better way to encourage them to love reading AND cycling than books about bikes!

Here’s a few of our favourites:

Gifts for parents

Thoughtful gifts for parents, like handlebar pogies or bike-carrying straps, make riding with toddlers easier and more enjoyable, showing that Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers don’t have to be just for the kids.

Balance bike carry strap

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Balance bike carry strap

For parents tired of carrying balance bikes home from nursery or the park, a balance bike strap is a simple but invaluable gift. It frees up their hands for everything else, making life that little bit easier.

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Wall art

Christmas cycling gifts for toddlers: Wall Art with a bear and bear cub riding bikes together

Looking for something unique for a cycling parent? We love the mama/papa and baby bear MTB wall art—perfect for adding a touch of cycling charm to their home.

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Cycle Sprog Masterclasses

Did you know we have our own masterclasses? The perfect gift for a parent, or a treat for yourself!

New online course: "Understanding Cycling Gear for Babies and Toddlers"

These early years are so precious - don't miss out on cycling with your little one!

Our new online course is a great way to quickly learn about all the different equipment available to cycle with babies and toddlers, plus the pros and cons of each, so you can decide what suits your family and get out riding ASAP.

Sign up now for our Understanding Cycling Gear for Babies and Toddlers course and start making memories this summer.

Before you go….. 

If you're also looking for present ideas for an older sibling, or these gifts are a bit too young, then don't miss our guide to Christmas gifts for kids who love cycling. It's got Playmobil sets and fiction books, and more!

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Where to ride this summer

The summer is here and it's the perfect time to get your kids outside and having fun outside on their bikes.

Cycling is a great way to get the entire family off their screens, doing something together and keeping fit at the same time.

It's important to pick a family friendly cycle route that is suitable for the age and ability of your child.

That's why here at Cycle Sprog we've compiled a range of family friendly bike rides that suit all ages and abilities, from tiny balance bikers through to confident teens.

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