2024 Regal 26 XO

What really sets this 26 XO apart is how cleverly it uses every inch of space. The wide, single-level swim platform makes it simple to gear up for a dip or tie off water toys, and the transom walkthrough keeps wet feet away from the main seating. At the helm, the digital controls and clean, automotive-style dash feel intuitive even on longer runs. Forward, the bow flair and freeboard give you a drier, more confident ride when a breeze kicks up chop. Storage is everywhere—under seats, in the cockpit sole, and tucked neatly in the cabin—so you can load up for a weekend without feeling cluttered.

This 26-foot outboard-powered express is tailor-made for the mix of inland lakes, rivers, and nearshore runs you’ll find in this region. The efficient Yamaha outboard makes shallow approaches to sandbars and smaller marinas less stressful, while still having the legs for longer day trips. When afternoon boat traffic stacks up a short chop, the Regal hull design keeps things smooth and composed. The compact cabin, enclosed head, and real galley mean you can stretch a day cruise into an overnight without hunting for a hotel. It’s an easy step up from a bowrider, yet still simple to trailer, launch, and store locally.