This week's Rise Above introduces Buddy Elias who lost his leg due to a rare disease called Thromboangiitis Obliterates (aka "Buerger's Disease"). Buddy was a skateboarder prior to surgery and after the doctors removed his leg, he turned to skateboarding to keep himself anchored and comeback from his struggle. Filmed and edited by Cameron Sanchez Watch every other Thursday as Rise Above showcases individuals in action sports who have overcome some of life's biggest obstacles including physical disabilities, addiction and more. Through perseverance they have continued to push their sports and inspire others. These are their stories. Subscribe to Ride: null http://facebook.com/ridechannel http://twitter.com/ridechannel instagram @ridechannel