Cardinal
Cardinal BMX was a rider-driven component brand active in the late 2000s/early 2010s. They were most famous for their simple, clean, and highly popular "Cardinal" front hub, and were notably associated with a young Nathan Williams.
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Who or what was Cardinal BMX?
Cardinal BMX was a component brand active in the late 2000s/early 2010s. It was known for its clean, minimalist aesthetic and association with top-tier street riders.
What did the Cardinal brand stand for?
The brand stood for clean, minimalist, and functional design. They focused on creating aesthetically pleasing and reliable parts that appealed to riders who valued simplicity.
What makes Cardinal products special?
Their most special and well-known product was the Cardinal Front Hub. It was a simple, small-flange, sealed hub that became extremely popular due to its clean look, light weight, and reliability, pre-dating the trend of bulky hub guards.
What did Cardinal primarily manufacture?
Cardinal offered a focused range of components, including:
- Hubs (especially the front hub)
- Stems
- Sprockets
Who were Cardinal products suitable for?
Cardinal products were for BMX riders (primarily Street/Park) who valued lightweight, minimalist, and aesthetically clean components.
Who rode for the Cardinal Team?
The brand was famously supported in its early days by superstar Nathan Williams, which gave it massive credibility in the street scene.
Is Cardinal BMX still active?
Cardinal BMX is defunct and no longer produces new parts.