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.

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