Greg Frost: South Australian Big Wave Surfer and Cinematographer
Profile
Greg Frost** (born **18 April 1968**, **Glenelg, South Australia**) is a **pioneering big wave surfer**, award-winning **cinematographer**, and **surf event founder**.
Surfing Achievements
- 2× World Big Wave Champion (1998, 2001) — Billabong Odyssey / XXL Awards era.
- 1× Australian Big Wave Champion (1995).
- 3× South Australian Big Wave Champion (1993, 1994, 1996).
- Signature Waves: **The Right (WA)**, **Shipstern Bluff (TAS)**, **Cowaramup (WA)**, **Local SA slabs**.
- Stance: Regular. Height: 183 cm (6'0"). Weight: 79 kg (175 lbs).
Cinematography & Media
- Co-founder: Rip Curl Search (annual SA surf event / film project).
- Filmed for: **"Riding Giants" (2004, Stacy Peralta)** — acclaimed big wave doc; **Billabong Odyssey** series; numerous surf films, TV, commercials.
- Author: **"Riding Giants" (book companion)**.
Sponsors (Historical)
- Rip Curl, Oakley, Billabong.
Where to Find Images & Footage
- Getty Images / Red Bull Content Pool / Surfline / WSL Archives — search "Greg Frost".
- Instagram: @gregfrostsurf (if active) / #gregfrost.
- Vimeo / YouTube: "Greg Frost big wave", "Rip Curl Search Greg Frost".
- Documentaries: *Riding Giants*, *The Biggest Wave*, *Billabong Odyssey* DVDs.
Legacy
Frost put **South Australia's remote, sharky, heavy slabs** on the global big wave map. His transition from charger to chronicler embodies the sport's evolution. Still active in SA surf community.