American Skier Inboard Boats

Ron Tanis sold the company to the politician Jay Blossman, and the former professional water skier Ben Favret.

A closed bow and the hull deck design, as well as other changes made this boat stand out.

[6] In 1985, American Skier began selling the Advance, a boat that combined elements from both the 18’ and the Volante.

[7] The 19’ Advance was the most popular boat sold by American Skier, and was continued until 2001 in a slightly modified version by the name of the Lazer.

In 1999, the American Skier plant moved into a larger facility in Kentwood, Louisiana, where boat development continued.

[10] In 2001 the company assets were sold to Ben Favret and Jay Blossman who changed the name to Elan Boats.