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NorthCoast 24 CC

The NorthCoast 24 CC mixes a solid ride with fishability and family boating.
NorthCoast 24 CC
NorthCoast 24 CC NorthCoast Boats

We Say: Our NorthCoast 24 CC tester proved itself a fishboat capable of offshore trips and one that will accommodate a family for day boating. Check out the 6 feet 2 inches of headroom in the console for changing clothes along with using the ­china head and comfortable double berth. Its 22-degree transom deadrise sliced through nasty chop, but the graceful bow flare and reversed chines kept the windshield dry. The chines kept us rock-steady as we hovered over a deep ledge, looking for stripers on the console’s big screen.

The leaning post/tackle center is wide enough for three people at the helm. It also boasts tackle stowage, rocket launchers, cup holders, a cutting board, a 35-gallon baitwell and a sink. A sturdy transom door leads to the integral transom bracket and twin 200 hp Suzukis.

NorthCoast 24 CC
NorthCoast 24 CC NorthCoast Boats
NorthCoast 24 CC
NorthCoast 24 CC NorthCoast Boats

In addition to the leaning post, a 72-gallon compartment in front of the console provides comfortable seating for two, and a sturdy foldaway seat at the transom accommodates two more. And NorthCoast places well-formed grab handles strategically wherever anyone naturally reaches for them. Coaming bolsters ringing the cockpit add comfort.

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Twin Suzuki DF 200s provided performance and redundant safety, but for inshore work, a single 250 to 300 hp engine would prove able.

One more point about builder C&C Marine: It is a semicustom builder. Chances are, if you can think of it, the company can build it for you.

NorthCoast 24 CC
NorthCoast 24 CC NorthCoast Boats
NorthCoast 24 CC
NorthCoast 24 CC NorthCoast Boats

Who’d Want One: Discerning boaters looking for custom features.

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Another Choice: EdgeWater‘s 245CC ($165,413) is a similar vessel to the NorthCoast 24 CC in both performance and capabilities.

Bottom Line: $144,688 (as tested); northcoastboats.com

How We Tested
Engines: Twin 200 hp Suzuki DF 200 outboards
Props: 16″ x 21.5″ 3-blade stainless steel
Gear Ratio: 2.50:1
Fuel Load: 85 gal.
Water Load: 0 gal.
Crew Weight: 780 lb.

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