REGULATOR 24 FS

Offshore Workhorse with Classic Carolina Flair

True to its sportfishing heritage, the 24’ sports the legendary Regulator ride that is as soft and dry as it is reliable. Reinforced with Regulator’s exclusive Fiberglass Grillage System™, the 24’ can take you to your favorite destination, whether it’s the canyons 80 miles offshore or that hurricane hole for a relaxing afternoon with the family.

For the serious angler, the 24’ is loaded with fishing features like a 385-quart forward center locking fish box with six-rod storage, 61-quart transom bait box and 25-gallon recirculating livewell. The padded leaning post with four rocket launchers and a fiberglass electronics panel for flush mounting applications top-off the extraordinary standard features. Other options for the dedicated angler include a custom tackle center located behind the helm seat; SuperSport leaning post with flip-up cushion with convenient tackle storage, nine rocket launchers, room underneath for a 94-quart cooler; 16’ Lee® Sidewinder outriggers with laydown mounts; and five-rod rocket launcher available on with the fiberglass T-top model.

The Regulator 24 FS is a unique center console offering fishing functionality and family appeal. The standard 5’8” enclosed head compartment with standard portable marine toilet or optional factory-installed upgrade with holding tank and overboard/dockside discharge is a feature that’s appreciated by family and crew alike. Padded forward seating area is ideal for relaxing in the sun or bait rigging in comfort.

Cut through the short chop on the bay or slow rollers in the bluewater with either a single outboard Yamaha F350 four-stroke or twin Yamaha F150 four-stroke engines.

**Top Reasons to Buy a Boat**

With so many opportunities for boating fun available today, there’s no reason why anyone can’t take advantage of the benefits that recreational boating has to offer. Read our personal list of Top Reasons for Boating below:

1. Boating Improves Quality of Life

It’s a proven fact that recreational boating goes a long ways towards improving your quality of life. The minute you start to move forward on a boat, you’ll notice how easy it is to leave your troubles behind. Recreational boating fun provides a constructive outlet for entertainment that reduces stress and provides enriching opportunities for self discovery, whether it’s learning how to water ski or simply enjoying the warm glow of an evening sunset.

2. Boating is an Affordable Recreation Alternative

Are you under the impression that recreational boating is too expensive for your current budget? Think again. Many boats can be financed for under $200 a month. Dedicated boating lenders will work with you to help you save money and get you the best financing package available. For help determining if you can afford to buy a boat, including boat loan basics, a boat loan calculator, and more, please contact us and we will be glad to help!

3. Water Access is Closer than you Think

Did you know that about ninety percent of Americans live less than an hour from a navigable body of water? This means that water access is a lot closer and more convenient than you might think.

4. Boating Fun Helps you Bond with Friends and Family

Fifty four percent of all households, in a study by the National Marine Manufacturers Association, listed fishing as their favorite boating activity (followed by cruising and relaxing with family and friends). In other words, to many people the best part about boating doesn’t revolve around the latest waterskiing tricks or the number of fish caught- the best part of boating is simply the opportunities it provides for boating fun with friends and family. Recreational boating is quality time spent away from the television set and the video games, creating an atmosphere that brings people together and creates fond memories to last a lifetime.

5. Boating Helps Reduce Stress

We can’t stress the statistics enough – numerous studies have shown that a little bit of boating fun each day can go a long way towards reducing stress. In fact, a National Marine Manufacturers Association survey of over 1,000 American households listed boating in the top-three of all stress-relieving activities.

6. Boating is Convenient

As we pointed out above, since over ninety percent of Americans live less than an hour’s drive from an accessible body of water, you can be enjoying the fresh air and water in no time.

In fact, the convenience of boating makes it possible to hop on your boat for a mini-vacation whenever you feel like it, as an alternative to other family recreation activities which can quickly add up to become even more expensive and time-consuming.

7. Boating is an Engaging and Rewarding Activity

Recreational boating offers lots of opportunities for personal growth. Whether you’re instilling your child with extra confidence as they learn how to properly secure a line, or you’re enjoying the delicate taste of fresh fish that you caught yourself, boating recreation provides many different rewards for all ages.

8. Boating is Good Exercise

From a rigorous sailing excursion to an invigorating run on waterskis, boating provides sporting enthusiasts with many active endeavors to choose from. In fact, we’d argue that simply breathing in the brisk wind coming off the water in itself can go a long ways towards strengthening one’s constitution- not to mention the additional physical and psychological benefits in terms of relaxation and stress relief.

9. Recreational Boating is Easy to Learn

If you’re new to boating, take heart. With so many available boating classes and courses to choose from, you’ll be out on the water before you know it. Whether you’ve always wanted to learn how to sail, or you’re just interested in new ways to spend quality time with your family, a wealth of available boater education courses make boating easier to learn than ever. To learn more about finding boating instruction near you, please contact us and we will get you to the right place!

10. Boating is FUN

Last but definitely not least, one of the top reasons for boating is simply because it’s so much fun. There are so many activities to explore when it comes to boating, whether you like to fish, waterski, snorkel, or simply enjoy relaxing on the water.

Check out the rest of our site to see how Atlantic Marine can include your family in our FUN!

2012 REGULATOR 28FS DEMO

Regulator Options Include:

• Forward seating
• Tackle Center w/ Bolster Seating
• Factory Fiberglass T-Top w/ Rocket Launcher
• Factory 5 Panel Curtain Enclosure
• Fresh Water Head w/ Electric Flush
• 33 Gallons of Fresh Water
• Saltwater Washdown
• Teleflex Power Assist Steering (Electric/Hydraulic)
• 30 Amp Battery Charger w/ 25′ Power Cord

Dealer Added Options:

• Garmin 5215 Chartplotter
• Garmin GMR 24 HD Radar
• Garmin GHC 10 Autopilot
• Garmin VHF 200
• Kenwood Stereo with 4 speakers and Ipod dock
• Custom yacht Style painted boot stripe

When Evolution and Creativity Collide

Something incredible happened when Regulator’s Legendary Ride met the latest in technology. Regulator combined the two decades of constant improvements on the venerable Regulator 26 and added on all the cutting edge in offshore design and fishability the renowned naval architect Lou Codega had to offer.

Taking the tried and true and moving toward newer and better. Then strap on the advanced power of all-new Yamaha F300 V6 twins and the Command Link Plus controls and the Regulator 28 FS is ready for anything from the bays to the canyons. She is a true must see Carolina Classic that is shore to make your short list.

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1. Safety

There is no more important issue to us at Grady-White than safety and security. So we “overbuild” every boat, and we “overdo” every detail. Every model, even the larger boats, has basic or level flotation (although not generally required in boats over 26 feet). Every boat has handholds built in right where you reach. Compare the safety factors before you buy another brand. Grady-Whites are built to be the safest choice in boating.

2. Customer Satisfaction

Every third party study ever done in the marine industry has ranked Grady-White highest in its category. No other coastal boat builder has been highest ranked even once. If you want the most satisfying boat experience, every indicator ever done says you really want the Grady-White.

3. Continuity/Longevity of Grady-White and Dealerships

This year, Grady-White celebrates well over 50 years of private ownership and well over 40 years of continuous ownership by the Smith family. That level of continuity is almost unheard-of, and is an important factor in being able to deliver a more satisfying boating experience. There is no substitute for the generations of knowledge your family-owned or family-staffed Grady-White dealer represents. Grady dealers are measured for performance, and are proven to be the best in the business.

4. The Best Ride in Boating

Boat length for boat length, there is no ride like a Grady-White‘s. Grady-White‘s exclusive C. Raymond Hunt Associates-designed SeaV² hull‘s continuously variable vee is truly incomparable. Step aboard a Grady-White and enjoy the best ride in boating.

5. Yes, You Can Afford a Grady

Your Grady-White dealer is ready to do what it takes to ensure that you can get the Grady you‘ve always wanted. A family boat purchase is not the occasion to consider only the lowest price. What you want is total value. A Grady-White is a better value from the first day onward, and you‘ll appreciate this fact every time you‘re aboard. Ask your dealer to show you why a Grady-White is the best value in boating.

6. Dealers Who Can and Will Address Any Question in a Timely Fashion

More than with any other brand, buying a Grady-White means buying a boating experience and not just a boat. Grady-White dealers are strategically located to help owners wherever, whenever, and they MEASURABLY have the highest standards of customer satisfaction. They have to, not only because it‘s good business but because Grady-White requires these high standards. So service issues are not an issue, promises are promises and with Grady-White more than any other brand, your dealer is the best in the industry.

7. Five Full Time Factory Customer Representatives Who Will Return Your Call

Our knowledgeable, experienced and friendly factory customer representatives are, without a doubt, the best in the business. They will bend over backwards to answer your questions and help ensure you have a great boating experience in your Grady-White.

8. The Highest Resale Value

Just compare the resale values as you are shopping. Look at the used boat classifieds. If you can find a Grady-White for sale, you clearly will see that a well-cared-for Grady-White commands a better resale price than any other boats in the category.

9. A Company That Really Cares and Is Going to Be There For You

Ask a Grady-White owner. You‘ll discover that there is simply no other boatbuilder who has the longstanding depth of relationship with customers that Grady-White does. We call it “Grady Care” and it includes our award-winning Anchorline and Docklines print and e-newsletters, Owners Forums, Customer Surveys, our Facebook postings, our YouTube Channel, our Twitter tweets, an on-line resource center and Customer Tips area, over 100 Club and dealer sponsored events each year and much, much more. The Grady-White company truly cares about your boating experience more than others do.

10. A Legacy of Uncompromising Product Quality

Grady-White boats are products of a unique combination of saltwater heritage, a keen knowledge of coastal boating developed over 50 years, and a culture of long-term private ownership. Grady-White aims to ensure that product quality is NEVER a question so your investment lasts for the long term. From door latches, to grab rails, to handholds, to 316L stainless steel through-bolted cleats, all hardware is the very best quality, selected for utility and strength. Galley, head and cabin fixtures are the best available. Fiberglass and resins are the very strongest and hand laid for uniformity and strength. No coastal boat is built with closer attention to quality and function. The sea does not compromise and neither should you.

11. A Company That “Sweats the Details”

Grady-White is fiercely dedicated to our customers, and our management team is focused on the little things that make the difference between good and great. No other coastal boat company sweats the details like Grady-White.

12. The Most Superbly Engineered Coastal Boat

The people that design and build Grady-Whites are boaters themselves. Factory engineers consult with dealers, associates and especially our boat owners to create the customer-oriented features that make a Grady-White such a pleasure. Grady-Whites are built using the most modern materials with the most thorough testing and quality control in the finest most thoroughly integrated boat plant of its kind in the world. You are invited to visit the plant and see this incomparable process for yourself.