Jeremiah Grimes: The one who first got my collection really started was a guy who was into fixing lawn equipment so I'd trade him old lawn equipment I no longer wanted and traded it for bikes he didn't want anymore.
Do you feel there is a need for BMX products to survive for history's sake?
Jeremiah Grimes: Yes very much so. BMX needs to live on forever. there is nothing like restoring a bike from the '70s and '80s, nothing like the bikes made today.
Do 16", 20" and 24" BMX bikes all matter to you? Where is your preference?
Jeremiah Grimes: I'm more into collecting 20" bikes that's what I grew up on. I do collect some 24" bikes but 16" is too small for me. I like collecting stuff I can ride but if it's something vintage I'll collect 16" for display.
What's one of your oldest BMX products in your collection?
Jeremiah Grimes: A 1983 Diamondback. Bought it as a project bike. It was basically a frame and cleaned it up and made it what it is today.
When you started riding, what bike was the dream bike for you?
Jeremiah Grimes: Still today it is a 1970s /1980s Mongoose. Preferably a Super goose but I will accept any from them years.
Do you have that bike in your collection today?
Jeremiah Grimes: Not yet but I will one day. I'm always looking for one.
Name three BMX collectors that you respect?
1) Eddie Fiola
2) Cru Jones
3) Chip Foose
Do you have a special love for a certain brand?
Jeremiah Grimes: I would have to say Diamondback. I just like the frame design and how they look and ride.
How often do you look on eBay/Craigslist/BMX Museum to shop for old BMX stuff?
Jeremiah Grimes: I look everyday. I'll never stop collecting. I can't ever have enough bikes and hopefully one day have one of every brand.
Do you "shop" internationally?
Jeremiah Grimes: Only on eBay otherwise I like to buy locally to me.
What shipping company do you prefer?
Jeremiah Grimes: I don't really sell but when I do I sell locally I don't ship stuff just don't like the hasle. Buying-wise I prefer FedEx or UPS.
What's the most ridiculous amount you have paid for a bike part that you needed to own?
Jeremiah Grimes: I've paid up to $450 for a bike which I really wanted. Other than that I don't go over $500 on a bike or part.
What do you think is the best BMX collector show?
Jeremiah Grimes: I've honestly never been to a show. I just watch the ones on Facebook but can't remember the names of them.
Trade, or sell/buy?
Jeremiah Grimes: I do both. If someone's got a bike I like, I'll buy it or if I got something they want and they have a bike they no longer want I trade them for it.
What's a bike (part) you have been looking for but haven't been able to locate?
Jeremiah Grimes: I usually find everything at some point or if I can't find it, I'll go with something different only thing I really want is a vintage Mongoose.
Where can people reach you when they have that part available?
Jeremiah Grimes: Facebook but currently not looking for any parts just a vintage Mongoose.
Previous Episodes on FATBMX:
Episode 1: Christophe Detandt (BEL)
Episode 2: James White (GBR)
Episode 3: JT Freestyle (USA)
Episode 4: Ben Murphy (IRL)
Episode 5: Rainer Schadowski (GER)
Episode 6: GAry Sansom (USA)
Episode 7: Michael Gamstetter (USA)
Episode 8: Grant Stone (GBR)
Episode 9: Steve Blackey (USA)
Episode 10: Shannon Gillette (USA)
Episode 11: Woody Itson (USA)
Episode 12: Oliver Kienzle (GER)
Episode 13: Kelly Swanson (USA)
Episode 14: Pat A Lar (GBR)
Episode 15: Billy Mills (GBR)
Episode 16: Steve Brothers (USA)
Episode 17: Aykut Hilmi (GBR)
Episode 18: Alex Leech (GBR)
Episode 19: Mike Janssen (NED)
Episode 20: Brian Gutierrez (USA)
Episode 21: Chad Powers (USA)
Episode 22: Alessandro Barbero (ITA)
Episode 23: Chris Daly (GBR)
Episode 24: Ian MacArthur (GBR)
Episode 25: Steve Strong (GBR)
Episode 26: Stephen Joseph (GBR)
Episode 27: Paul de Jong (NED)
Episode 28: Jon Western (GBR)
Episode 29: William "LaRock" LaRoque (USA)
Episode 30: Johan Janssens (BEL)
Episode 31: Darren Chan (USA)
Episode 32: Frank Lukas (GER)
Episode 33: Jason Teraoka (USA)
Episode 34: Shad Johnson (USA)
Episode 35: PJ McKenna (USA)
Episode 36: Henry Sarria (USA)
Episode 37: Jonathan Sherwood (SAF)
Episode 38: Trevor Henry (GBR)
Episode 39: Daniel Purcell (GBR)
Episode 40: Mark McCorkle (USA)
Episode 41: Tom Sustarich (USA)
Episode 42: Adam Cox (USA)
Episode 43: Perry Wills (USA)
Episode 44: John Buultjens (SCO)
Episode 45: Jay Eley (GBR)
Episode 46: Alvin Mullins (USA)
Episode 47: Scott Barrette (USA)
Episode 48: Ashley Little (GBR)
Episode 49: Bill Batchelor (USA)
Episode 50: Steve Firestein (USA)
Episode 51: Jon Hoffman (USA)
Episode 52: Peter Ashby (AUS)
Episode 53: Patrick Freitas (USA)
Episode 54: Mel Stoutsenberger (USA)
Episode 55: Martin Primentel (AUS)
Episode 56: Chino (USA)
Episode 57: Ely D. Thomas (USA)
Episode 58: Mickael Clerté (FRA)
Episode 59: Toby Henderson (USA)
Episode 60: Eddy King (USA)
Episode 61: Byron Friday (USA)
Episode 62: Lionel Eden (USA)
Episode 63: Donnie Platt (USA)
Episode 64: Brad Nash (USA)
Episode 65: Mohamad Al Amin (MAL)
Episode 66: Christopher Wesley (USA)
Episode 67: Sean Stiddard (GBR)
Episode 68: Tyler Collins (USA)
Episode 69: Rod Miles (USA)
Episode 70: Brian Britt (USA)
Episode 71: Sean Ewing (USA)
Episode 72: Jim Fisher (USA)
Episode 73: Òscar Pallarès (ESP)
Episode 74: Jeff Utterback (USA)
Episode 75: Timmy Williams (USA)
Episode 76: Tommy Yaley (USA)
Episode 77: Jason van Buskirk (USA)
Episode 78: Stu Thomsen (USA)
Episode 79: Scott Towne (USA)
Episode 80: Raphael Lawson (AUS)
Episode 81: Cash Matthews (USA)
Episode 82: Arthur Kourtis (AUS)
Episode 83: Maurice Meyer (USA)
Episode 84: Jeremiah Grimes (USA)