Thoroughbred Boat Company, a new startup business in Manistee, Michigan, is producing an instant classic model called the U23i.
Ten years ago, Michael Kamaloski, a Manistee native, career boat builder and marine industry executive, shared a concept for a powerboat with a group of industry friends. As a result, a newly formed marine group was developed, along with a new boat brand called Thoroughbred. This unique team has the same passion for utilizing their individual talents, skills and knowledge to create a manufacturing company that will produce a product line that is exciting, fun and made in Manistee.
“This project encompassed the startup of a true Michigan boat builder,” Kamaloski says. “We design and build classic-styled, luxury watercraft using modern-day manufacturing methods and materials to simplify production and minimize costs. Our products take styling and design cues from historic and classic boat companies such as Century, Garwood and Chris-Craft. However, our biggest motivator was to bring boat building back to our community, provide great jobs and teach the next generation all about this wonderful industry. We want everyone in our community to feel that they are a part of our brand, whether they work for us or not.”
The first model, the U23i, made its debut to the public on September 18, 2021, at the annual Hops and Props event in Manistee.
For more information, visit thoroughbredboats.com.
