We hope you enjoy this step by step video update providing valuable insight into each stage of our newest NorthCoast Flagship 415HT’s development. A brief overview in pictures and video.
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ANNOUNCING THE NORTHCOAST 415HT - SPORTFISHING PILOTHOUSE For Immediate Release* April 26, 2023 Contact: Gregg Weatherby| NorthCoast Boats Bristol, RI — April 26, 2023
Proud New England lines, smart design, and always purposeful. We are very excited to announce our new Flagship NorthCoast 415HT. Hull number one will launch Spring 2024 and will be the largest NorthCoast to date measuring 41’ with a 12’11” beam. Total length is 46’1” if you include the bracket and engines. Want to be first to fishing grounds or get home quickly when the weather turns? Quad Yamaha 300XSB Outboards Helm Master EX with joystick providing full-maneuverability.
NorthCoast Boats has an exceptional heritage of ruggedly built, seaworthy, down east sportfishing yachts and has selected Thomas Degremont and Sam Howell of Langan Design Partners in Newport, Rhode Island to work with Jose DaPonte and the NorthCoast Team on this very smart new model. Langan Design Partners is a firm that specializes in designing internationally renowned yachts.
“With an exceptional line up of performance fishing models in our stables our goal is to satisfy the most experienced mariners who choose to own a real boat with a timeless practical design- clean and simple. This is the first model where we have partnered with an outside design firm and we are confident the new NorthCoast 415HT will exceed expectations on every level.”- Jose DaPonte, Owner of NorthCoast Boats brand and C&C Fiberglass Components, Inc.
The performance and feel of our hulls are the exception in the marketplace. NorthCoast underscores design/performance parameters with safe and sea-kindly proportions, “wolf in sheep’s clothing “speed, and hydrodynamic efficiency. The NorthCoast 415HT’s unmistakable down east lines are sleek and purposeful with style- looks fast sitting still.
"The hull sports a deep V with 25 degrees dead rise at the transom, while keeping a subtle round-off at the keel, which gives the hull a little more lift aft and allows for a smoother transition to planing. The hull's volume is optimized to handle the multiple outboards...and top speed with quad three hundreds will be more than 50 MPH." —Thomas Degremont/Sam Howell, 415HT Designer Comments
You can easily board through the portside cockpit door, or transom door, into a 102 Sq. Ft cockpit. Experience a true fishing machine or if you prefer, we offer an optional Cruising cockpit layout. An aft facing seat for two with a convenient cupholder in the armrest and built-in 27GAL cooler below, leans against the aft full bulkhead with bi-folding windows and locking door. Yes, this is a departure from the smaller NorthCoast pilothouse models which are canvas. Check out the starboard side tackle, gear, rigging/prep station as you unlock the pilothouse door and enter a very open layout, with Settee with wood table to port. A full Galley to starboard has drawer style Refrigerator, Freezer, Microwave, and Sink. The stainless-steel Edson Wheel, two Raymarine AXIOM 2XL 19” mulit-function displays, and Release Double Helm Seat clearly defines the NorthCoast 415HT’s sporting Helm.
We are very excited to announce NorthCoast has selected Raymarine as our exclusive electronics partner. Since 1923 Raymarine Engineering delivers the very best in visual navigation products. With more than an 80-year legacy of marine technology, leading the way in easy-to-use, durable, and reliable boating electronics. Always innovating, delivering high-performance sensors and intelligent navigation packages to make your time on the water stress-free and fun. Every Raymarine product is backed by an industry-leading warranty and worldwide service network. Raymarine’s YachtSense digital switching represents next level, innovative design for the entire boat and a state-of-the-art electronics package. All supported by this advanced electronic modular backbone to assist mariners in a myriad of ways to ensure their time aboard is most enjoyable. YachtSense supports a complete electronics suite, innovative, with easy-to-use tools to navigate safely- day or night. Yacht quality accommodations effortlessly crossover to family cruising adventures.
Raymarine’s complete electronics package is standard: • Cyclone 110 watt 4’ Open Array Radar · Teledyne FLIR M364C Premium Multispectral Marine Camera · CAM300 Marine Camera · AR200 Stabilization Augmented Reality · RVM T/H 20Degree Transducer · Real Vision MAX 3D sonar · Down vision · Side vision · AIS
Descend the open companionway wooden stairs and you are embraced by comfort, plenty of light from the skylight above, warm Mahogany veered bulkheads and comfortable seating area to port. The Head door is to starboard and Master stateroom straight ahead. The wood trim, floors, doors, and drawers set the tone for a spacious Master whose entrance is hidden behind a Mahogany sliding door. Once inside, a walk-around large Queen berth with hinged 7 ½” custom spring mattress provides comfort and cover for hidden rod storage below. Reading lights and USB charging ports are on either side and there is a large hanging locker to port. Overhead is a 2’ x 2’ opening hatch with screen. A total of four opening portals with screens for additional light and fresh air. In total the 415HT will sleep six adults in comfort including the portside single crew berth, and aft three-quarter beam double, (both with 6 ½” hinged mattresses), and the convertible settee up in the pilothouse. The Head is complete with vanity, vessel sink, faucet, and glass door into a fully partitioned shower with teak grate and a seat.
The New NorthCoast 415HT will cross wave tops effortlessly due to the responsiveness of this proven hull design. Her complete list of standard features will increase your enjoyment while fishing or cruising any coast- anywhere. NorthCoast is in Bristol, Rhode Island and is known as a premier New England boat builder who places performance and simplicity in high esteem. With an emphasis on building rugged boats built to last generations our versatile approach to inshore or offshore sportfishing or cruising adventures makes owning a NorthCoast an easy choice to make.
Please contact your nearest authorized NorthCoast Dealer for pricing and availability.
Additional standard features for sportfishing and cruising: YachtSense digital switching, Seakeeper, Bow Thruster, 9kw Diesel Generator, (2) AC units-18k btu below and 10k btu above, 619GAL fuel tank, 100GAL of fresh water, and 36GAL holding tank. Port and Starboard in-deck macerated fish/storage boxes hold 75GAL each. Twin Transom 29GAL illuminated Live Wells, plenty of Rod and cup holders.
Notable options: Cruising Cockpit Seating and Table, six rod rocket launcher/battle station, Rupp Outriggers, and EVA Decking.
For more information contact: Gregg Weatherby, Director of Sales, and Marketing
75 Ballou Blvd Bristol, RI 02809 T: 888.802.2132 | M:401.683.8730 | E: gweatherby@northcoastboats.com
NorthCoast Boats is a division of C&C Marine and C&C Fiberglass, Inc. C&C Marine is a premier boat builder producing high quality fishing and recreational boats.
Written by Capt. Gregg Weatherby
Boat ramps are slippery. The two straps that secure Bad Monster Dog firmly to the trailer, left intact, make shoving her off a hernia inducing effort. One more time down the slippery slope to strap removal and the rest of the day would be simple. Walking back up the ramp I realized how cool being awake at “O Dark thirty” really is.
The anticipation of the great adventure ahead, hearing a couple of Stripers feeding off in the cove, and the challenge of the full moon. The full moon has little to no effect on ferociously feeding fish once the fall migration kicks into high gear. In contrast during summer’s full moons the afternoon bite is usually best. The full Moon tends to keep the fish up all night eating- or trying not to be next.
This morning’s moonlight came in handy. It made it easier to see that the car doors were all locked. The moon also highlighted the shocked look on my client’s face when I strolled up the ramp and snapped the antenna off the truck. Having grown up watching the A-Team and McGyver, a quick bend, shove, and the lock popped. I hopped in rather proud of the moment, drove up the ramp, and left the well trained boat adrift by the dock.
A locked, running vehicle on the ramp with a boat trailer halfway submerged in the water is comical when it’s someone else. The car antenna was the manly solution to not holding up the other guys waiting to launch their boats. Taking it in stride, without a word, is what real guides do and I know the memory will be a distant one after a good day of fishing.
With a tough start to the day those who see a glass half empty would have packed it in right then and there. But for the optimist we get to see what other amazing challenges, tricks, or treats the universe has in mind. The day was just beginning as we rounded Brenton Reef heading east to the Sakonnet River.
The islands separating Buzzards Bay and the Sakonnet River are very special. Full of structure, eel grass covered flats, and deep tide pools that spin bait to their demise. Upon entering the shallows I slowed Bad Monster Dog to a crawl and then shut her down. There was something large swimming into shore from an outer island. It was too early for the Seals to have shown up and too low in the water to be a deer. (Widely accepted as the true origin of saltwater bucktails).
The sun sat touching the horizon. Balance in the universe was struck as the huge harvest Moon did the same to the west of us. Illuminated by the rising sun our mysterious swimmer turned out to be a very healthy Coyote. He looked back at us as if determining whether we looked edible. The Coyote clearly had been eating his fill of birds and eggs on the island- predawn. This incredibly strong feral animal then slipped over the peak of the rock pile and disappeared.
Sharing this kind of experience with others is incredible. As Kieth Deinert and I looked at one another, totally blown away by the Discovery Channel adventure we were experiencing, a tremendous feeding frenzy of Striped Bass erupted in all directions. Fish after fish was fought on the fly and caught using a variety of top water poppers. Next on the to do list was to look for the rest of the grand slam – (Striped Bass, Bonito, and False Albacore).
Vibrant, rich, coastal fishing adventures can be experienced right here in Rhode Island from April to November. Come visit the plant in Rhode Island, take a look at NorthCoast Boats and if we can sneak out for some fishing, I promise to bring a spare set of car keys.
Florida bound always sounds good- without question once the ice has made its home in your veins come late winter in New England. Join us as Team NorthCoast and the expert Anglers from Rifles to Rods head South on 95, with two NorthCoast Boats in tow.
180 Center Console crew consists of Peter Weatherby and Brandon Dame- both exceptionally well versed in a wide variety coastal species. Specializing in sleep deprication and flexible planning the all nighter, thirty one hour drive, would be rewarded well.
190 Center Console crew has Rifles to Rods (riflestorods.org) founders Gerard McAllister and US Army Sergeant Ryan Puzzo at the wheel. Both committed to the mission: Preserving the well being of veterans through fishing. Rifles to Rods is a 501 (c)(3) non-profit organization devoted to the transition, recovery and well being of our Veterans. The president of Rifles to Rods, a veteran himself, was inspired to start this charity after fishing enabled him to better cope with stress that comes with returning home from war.
Dawn was welcomed by the Miami heat and seemingly near proximity of Keys type species. Although it would take another four hours of driving, Key West would arrive just in time. Restless anglers all, the boats were launched handily where they would be docked for the next four days. Hammocks were hung and gear was tossed aboard quickly in order to get on the water. Sleep could wait. Navigating the shallows of Key West is an amazing feat when your awake, however best experienced in a dream state as the colors are vivid and the thoughts of Bonefish and Tarpon are as good as real.
The 180 Center Console draws a wapping six inches and to quote a memorable phrase by fishing Legend Lefty Kreh, that boat could "go where water was." Undoubtedly he was talking about one of his closest buddies, Flip Pallot's Hells Bay flats skiffs, but you get the point. The only issue is the 180 poling platform was not installed prior to leaving Bristol, Rhode Island. In fact, we were unaware it even had one until the Owner of NorthCoast (C&C Fiberglass) Jose DaPonte pointed out how much better it would have been than the Home Depot Ladder the team bought. Even still, the photos of the ladder harken back to the authenticity of the old Florida Keys Tarpon videos. You know the one, with Jimmy Buffet and Tom McGuane. Anyway, necessity is the mother of invention and after all NorthCoast Boats greatest strength is practicality.
With fish skirting the edges of the channels the Rifles to Rods crew aboard their 190 Center Console would be fishing these unknown waters hard until sunset. A wide variety of fish were caught and their guest veteran's heart rate slowed to allow his smile and good humor to return. The three were dashing out to deeper water, cutting the Hawk's Bay chop like butter. Reef fishing is always productive and tons of fun.
While on a fishing expedition in North Carolina the NorthCoast 24CC provided the perfect platform to inaugurate our work with Rifles to Rods.
Question: When do you get the opportunity to share the day with a few good men? Answer: When you let Ryan Puzzo of Rifles to Rods.org know where you plan to be fishing and when. Ryan is co-founder of Rifles to Rods and a Veteran who served eight years in the military and he continues to serve others. He knows personally what it means to spend the day on the water.
Your heart rate slows considerably. Down to a beat, or so, every once and awhile as you watch an epic display of sea life go about their business. Between the herd of wild horses running the beaches, Spanish Mackeral surface feeds, Tarpon visual fest, and Sea Turtles and Sea Bass we had momentary visits by the tax collector, the man in the brown suit, otherwise known to most as- Shark.
Ryan was able to wrangle up Army Master Sergeant Darryl Mullins and his son Rashidi, who both currently serve our nation. Ryan even flew in for the day to join us. We all enjoyed the day. There is a peace and calm on the water found in the moments somewhere between the permanent smiles and laughter.
If you want to share a day with some great human beings or make a donation, contact Rifles to Rods, pitch in, and support this excellent organization’s efforts. These guys are awesome!
On behalf of all of us at NorthCoast Boats, Thank you for your service!
And Ryan, given the next opportunity- We are ready when you are!
SEMPER PARATUS 77
The NorthCoast 28 Express purchased in 2010 and has been a Coast Guard Auxiliary patrol boat for the past eight summers.
I can honestly say that this boat has performed admirably on patrol for the Coast Guard during most sea conditions that we were authorized to cover.
Respectfully, Evan J. Tilley, past Division Commander 7
Check out On The Water Media’s hunt for trophy Striped Bass onboard NorthCoast Pro/Ambassador Capt. Brian Patterson’s NorthCoast 23CC with On The Water TV Host Chris Megan.
The New England coast has spectacular, sometimes forgiving, sand flats where Striped Bass ambush sand eels and other baitfish. But a real favorite are the very productive rocky shorelines surrounded by their protective boulder fields. Through the years anglers who spend enough money on bottom paint and propeller repairs come to know these waters “very” personally.
My good friend, and mentor, Mike Kenfield and I had been fishing near a ten foot, dark, rock shaped like bird wings. The right wing points down towards to the hole whose name refers to a feeling- Sweetwater Hole. It’s located on the western entrance of the Sakonnet River. This spot was consistent in producing nice size Striped Bass followed by, “Dude, this is some sweet water!”
The challenge is timing the cast so that your fly enters the feeding zone as the bait would- while standing on what feels like a rolling barrel. Note: Sweet water- anywhere associated with good food source and hungry fish.
We had hit a few spots hard, relentlessly casting, covering the water, for large Striped Bass, when one of the old timers came confidently flying into the area in his red classic fishing boat. No sooner had Mike stated the guy had fished here forever, and knew these waters like the back of his hand- and boom.
He squared up onto a submerged, object of unknown origin. Texting was still twenty years out so it wasn’t that. Could have been there all these years? Maybe he was checking the morning Donut stash or focused on a spilled bucket of Eels. Either way he veered off his usual path. My respect for the areas challenges went up a few notches.
This unforgiving area becomes even more interesting in the fog. Knowing what rock belongs to what formation is critical. It’s easy to get spun around in these areas and the fog demands an exhaustive sense of place. Fog is very tiring. Second Note: “Intuitive piloting” does not show up on the USCG Captain’s exam. (Nor should it). Knowing the river as your back yard takes years of attention to details and someone willing to share their experience.
Anglers, like Harbor Pilots who can draw each shape of each rock, and others in near proximity, successfully navigate their way to the fish and safely home. True Boulder fields are relatively shallow areas which are covered with fish holding structure. Fighting Striped Bass in these areas can be exceptionally challenging. The drift of the boat is positively affected by a cushion of water flowing around, and over, the boulders. This moves the boat naturally through the obstacles with an occasional nudge.
The fly is placed on the feeding end of the fish, holding on the left side of the rock. Strip, strip, pause, strip and wham! A solid, sudden smash and your tight. I highly recommend a low rod angle as you set the hook. A knee jerk, high “Trout” hook set pulls the fly a few feet away from the fish.
The bigger the Striper the harder it is to set the hook. I’ve seen guys swear they drove home the 8/0 ultra sharp hook, only to feel it spit back at them as a prehistoric size fish they had the privilege to be momentarily connected to swims by. There is a respectful silence- as the Bass gracefully passes by us, off the boulder field, and into the depths.