With the NorthCape 43 Carbon Fibre Edition soon to hit the water, we’ve been looking back on some incredible memories aboard Rowe’De’O – the very first NorthCape 43.
We’re Brad and Charlotte Rowe, founders of Bluefix Boatworks and NorthCape Custom Boats, and while we love building these boats, what means the most to us is getting out on the water as a family and using them exactly as they were intended. Watching our kids Charlie and Lindi on board Rowe’De’O has been something pretty special, and it’s a big part of why we do what we do.
We can’t wait to see the next NorthCape 43 out there creating just as many unforgettable memories.
A quick walk through the shed as the NorthCape 43 makes its way toward the topcoat of the cockpit and house! This predominately carbon fibre rig is a true one of a kind. 4 lifting points, towing eye and a very unique hull, designed and built to perform! 🎣
#SNAFU The NorthCape 49 has had a big day, with the final carbon fibre lamination completed on the foredeck prior to rolling. We thought you might be interested to see this process. The carbon is hand laminated and then vacuum consolidated to ensure a bulletproof, high quality finish! #customgameboat#Ripsnorter#composite#customsportsfisher... See MoreSee Less
Minister for Manufacturing Awards, best of luck to our fabulous Ben Worthington!! Finalist in the apprentice of the year 😁 let's go Ben! #legend... See MoreSee Less
Join Brad Rowe for a walkthrough of the NorthCape 43, NorthCape 49, and NorthCape 51, all currently under build! The Bluefix dream team are doing an incredible job!! We hope you enjoy this update 😎
We’re incredibly proud to share that Ben has been named one of just four finalists in the Minister for Manufacturing Awards for Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year!
Ben is an outstanding boat builder, a natural leader, and an all-round top bloke. His dedication, work ethic, and passion for the marine industry make him a huge asset to the team, and we couldn’t be more stoked to see his hard work recognised on a national stage. 🛥️🎣
Incredible team. Incredible boats. Incredible location.
We’re on the hunt for skilled Boat Builders & Marine Painters to join us in the Bay of Islands, crafting premium NorthCape Custom Boats. This isn’t production line work, this is high-end, custom builds for clients who expect the absolute best.
If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of something seriously special…..we want you.
📲 Txt / call us on 021 288 1522 💬 DM us 📧 info@bluefixboatworks.co.nz
The NorthCape Custom 58 set to begin construction in 2027 — destined for Townsville, Australia.
Built to Australian survey standards and packed with our signature NorthCape Custom underwater features, this vessel is all about serious manoeuvrability and performance, purpose built for chasing Black Marlin on the Great Barrier Reef!! #customsportsfisher#customgameboat#quality#Ripsnorter#composite... See MoreSee Less
Days like this make us incredibly proud and a little emotional. Watching the vision come together is something special. Huge credit to project managers Johnny and Cody, our designers Tim, Craig, Claude & co, and the rest of the our team who made sure the fit was absolutely perfect and the quality is 💯
This boat is truly one of a kind. Built mainly from carbon fibre, featuring four lifting points, a towing eye, and an extremely innovative hull design specifically for chasing billfish fast!
Too cool not to share this footage from @charliefinnrowe of a recent trip on the NorthCape Custom 43, this trip included hand feeding multiple striped marlin on the first wave! Unreal fishing off the West Cost of New Zealand 🔥 ... See MoreSee Less
There’s nothing better than seeing these custom builds come to life inside the shed. Huge credit to our hardworking team of guys and gals, and a big thank you to our amazing clients!
The house of the NorthCape 49 - (SNAFU) was rolled back over this morning after the interior skin was hand laid and vacuum consolidated! #customsportsfisher #desighedtoperform #CarbonFibre #quality Bryan Toney exciting times ahead!! ... See MoreSee Less
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With the NorthCape 43 Carbon Fibre Edition soon to hit the water, we’ve been looking back on some incredible memories aboard Rowe’De’O – the very first NorthCape 43.
We’re Brad and Charlotte Rowe, founders of Bluefix Boatworks and NorthCape Custom Boats, and while we love building these boats, what means the most to us is getting out on the water as a family and using them exactly as they were intended. Watching our kids Charlie and Lindi on board Rowe’De’O has been something pretty special, and it’s a big part of why we do what we do.
We can’t wait to see the next NorthCape 43 out there creating just as many unforgettable memories.
🇳🇿 Proudly designed and built in New Zealand.
#NorthCape43 #NorthCapeCustomBoats #BluefixBoatworks #CarbonFibre #Family GameFishing Sportfishing MadeInNewZealand BuiltToPerform ... See MoreSee Less
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🚨 The NorthCape 43 (carbon fibre edition) Black Marlin Tower is ON! 🚨
Now we’re talking… 🔥 #lovethisrig #customsportsfisher #ripsnorter #builttoperform #roundbum Furuno New Zealand Black Marlin Towers ... See MoreSee Less
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The NorthCape 43 (carbon) is revealing more of herself every day!
The custom towing eye has now been uncovered, and the hull paint job is looking absolutely schmiky! Tomorrow is a very exciting day! #standby #customgameboat #CarbonFibre #rig ... See MoreSee Less
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Cody showing off the black mask / screen on the NorthCape 43🔥 Amazing work boys! This very unique game boat is getting very exciting! We had to share!! #customgameboat #legends #boatbuilding #marinepainting #customsportsfisher ... See MoreSee Less
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A quick walk through the shed as the NorthCape 43 makes its way toward the topcoat of the cockpit and house! This predominately carbon fibre rig is a true one of a kind. 4 lifting points, towing eye and a very unique hull, designed and built to perform! 🎣
A big thank you to our incredible team for the skill, dedication, and effort they bring every day. #customgameboat #CarbonFibre #marinepainting #Ripsnorter #quality ... See MoreSee Less
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NorthCape 43 - The G R I T that goes into finishing these custom boats immaculately often goes unseen! #customsportsfisher #CarbonFibre #Ripsnorter #marinepainting #loveourteam ... See MoreSee Less
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#SNAFU The NorthCape 49 has had a big day, with the final carbon fibre lamination completed on the foredeck prior to rolling. We thought you might be interested to see this process. The carbon is hand laminated and then vacuum consolidated to ensure a bulletproof, high quality finish! #customgameboat #Ripsnorter #composite #customsportsfisher ... See MoreSee Less
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The NorthCape Custom 43, heading back to the water after a quick bottom clean and propspeed! We love this this rig!! 🤩 Cheers @bayofislandsmarina for the transportation! You guys are always amazing! #customsportsfisher #Ripsnorter #roundbum #BuiltToPerform ... See MoreSee Less
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NorthCape Custom 43 - flybridge topcoat ✔️ #quality #customgameboat #CarbonFibre #composite #awlcraft3000 ... See MoreSee Less
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Minister for Manufacturing Awards, best of luck to our fabulous Ben Worthington!! Finalist in the apprentice of the year 😁 let's go Ben! #legend ... See MoreSee Less
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Join Brad Rowe for a walkthrough of the NorthCape 43, NorthCape 49, and NorthCape 51, all currently under build! The Bluefix dream team are doing an incredible job!! We hope you enjoy this update 😎
#cusomgameboats #customsportsfisher #quality #composite ... See MoreSee Less
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This guy! What a legend. Meet Ben Worthington!
We’re incredibly proud to share that Ben has been named one of just four finalists in the Minister for Manufacturing Awards for Manufacturing Apprentice of the Year!
Ben is an outstanding boat builder, a natural leader, and an all-round top bloke. His dedication, work ethic, and passion for the marine industry make him a huge asset to the team, and we couldn’t be more stoked to see his hard work recognised on a national stage. 🛥️🎣
Huge congratulations, Ben — the whole crew is behind you! 👏 #BoatBuilding #ApprenticeOfTheYear #MFMAwards2026 #EMX #ManufacturingAwards #MarineIndustry #BoatBuilder #Apprenticeships #ProudTeam ... See MoreSee Less
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WE’RE HIRING 🔥🎣🎣
Incredible team.
Incredible boats.
Incredible location.
We’re on the hunt for skilled Boat Builders & Marine Painters to join us in the Bay of Islands, crafting premium NorthCape Custom Boats.
This isn’t production line work, this is high-end, custom builds for clients who expect the absolute best.
If you take pride in your craft and want to be part of something seriously special…..we want you.
📲 Txt / call us on 021 288 1522
💬 DM us
📧 info@bluefixboatworks.co.nz
#BoatBuilder #MarineJobs #NZJobs #BayOfIslands SkilledTrades #NowHiring ... See MoreSee Less
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Introducing Pikachu!!
The NorthCape Custom 58 set to begin construction in 2027 — destined for Townsville, Australia.
Built to Australian survey standards and packed with our signature NorthCape Custom underwater features, this vessel is all about serious manoeuvrability and performance, purpose built for chasing Black Marlin on the Great Barrier Reef!! #customsportsfisher #customgameboat #quality #Ripsnorter #composite ... See MoreSee Less
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A birds eye view 👀of the three NorthCape Custom Boats under build! The NorthCape 49, NorthCape 51 and NorthCape 43 are all looking beautiful! Happy Easter everyone!! 🐣 #composite #customgameboats #CarbonFibre #quality #loveourteam ... See MoreSee Less
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The NorthCape Custom 43 top is on!
Days like this make us incredibly proud and a little emotional. Watching the vision come together is something special. Huge credit to project managers Johnny and Cody, our designers Tim, Craig, Claude & co, and the rest of the our team who made sure the fit was absolutely perfect and the quality is 💯
This boat is truly one of a kind. Built mainly from carbon fibre, featuring four lifting points, a towing eye, and an extremely innovative hull design specifically for chasing billfish fast!
The level of craftsmanship and teamwork that goes into each of our builds is something we’re incredibly proud of, and we couldn’t be more excited to see her coming together! ❤️ We love our team, our clients and our boats! #gameboat #customsportsfisher #oneofakind #loveourteam #carbonfibre ... See MoreSee Less
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Back over she goes! The NorthCape Custom 43 full carbon fibre hull has been bagged, fully faired and first primer on! The boys and girls have done an incredible job! This is going to be a rig!! #customsportfisher #customgameboat #Ripsnorter #CarbonFibre #composite ... See MoreSee Less
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Too cool not to share this footage from @charliefinnrowe of a recent trip on the NorthCape Custom 43, this trip included hand feeding multiple striped marlin on the first wave! Unreal fishing off the West Cost of New Zealand 🔥 ... See MoreSee Less
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Join Brad for a walk-through of the three NorthCape Custom Boats currently under build! 💥
🎣 NorthCape Custom 43
🎣 NorthCape Custom 49
🎣 NorthCape Custom 51
There’s nothing better than seeing these custom builds come to life inside the shed. Huge credit to our hardworking team of guys and gals, and a big thank you to our amazing clients!
We love being able to share the journey with you all, stay tuned for more updates! #customsportfisher #kiwimade #loveourteam #ourpassion #customgameboat ... See MoreSee Less
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