Quamen
Quamen (originally known as Graveyard) was a small BMX company known for its handmade frames, initially focusing on Flatland but later expanding to Street and Dirt. They operated their own welding shop.
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Who or what was Quamen?
Quamen was a small American BMX company, originally known to some under the name Graveyard. They started as a Flatland-only company but later expanded their offerings to include Street and Dirt frames. A key aspect was that they operated their own welding shop ("Schlosserei") and manufactured all frames by hand.
What did Quamen stand for?
Quamen stood for handcrafted quality and rider-focused design, particularly appealing to the flatland community initially. By manufacturing in-house, they had direct control over quality and potentially offered more customization or unique geometries compared to mass-produced frames.
What made Quamen products special?
Their specialty was the in-house, handmade production of their frames. This allowed for high attention to detail and build quality. While they expanded beyond flatland, their roots likely maintained a focus on precise craftsmanship.
What did Quamen primarily manufacture?
Quamen primarily manufactured:
- BMX Frames: Handmade for Flatland, Street, and Dirt disciplines.
- Possibly other small components related to their frame production.
Who were Quamen products suitable for?
Quamen products were suitable for riders (especially initially in Flatland, later also Street and Dirt) who valued handmade quality, unique designs, and potentially frames built with specific rider input or geometries in mind.
Is Quamen still active?
The brand appears to be inactive or operating on a very small, niche scale. Finding new Quamen products is difficult, suggesting production has largely ceased.
