The Aiata 50 Sunfinder Is Built to Be Driven | Test Drive

The Aiata 50 Sunfinder isn't trying to be everything to everyone, and that's exactly what makes it so interesting. Designed in Scandinavia but built with the Mediterranean lifestyle in mind, this is a boat for owners who value incredible days on the water over extended time onboard. It's a platform created for entertaining, swimming, relaxing, and making the most of every summer with family and friends. In this series, filmed in Istanbul, Türkiye, we take a detailed look at the Aiata 50 Sunfinder from both a design and performance perspective. In the walkthrough, we explore the aft lounge, swim platforms, bow lounge, helm, accommodation, and technical spaces, while the sea trial focuses on how the boat performs, handles, and where this hull design makes the most sense. As always, the goal isn't to tell you whether this is the right boat for you, but to help you understand what it was designed to do and whether it matches your own boating lifestyle. Enjoy, Dan THANKS TO OUR SPONSORS Mention Code DBL for discounts on Marine Mold Construction https://ms-marine.eu/ BOAT BUILDERS https://dansboatlife.com/boat-builders BOAT BUYERS https://dansboatlife.com/boat-buyers BOAT OWNERS https://dansboatlife.com/courses BRAND: https://aiataboats.com/range/sunfinder-50/ PRICE: https://aiataboats.com/contact/ Watch Part 1: https://youtu.be/NcITcwOVzhc 00:00 Start 00:36 Cruise speed testing at 26–27 knots with RPM and fuel flow data at moderate speeds 03:01 Maneuverability testing: wide turns and high-speed handling at 30–32 knots 04:50 Wide open throttle run fully loaded, reaching 40 knots at 6,000 RPM 07:17 Off-plane displacement mode testing and fuel efficiency at slow speeds 08:20 Finding the no-wash zone speed between 6.5 and 7 knots 08:57 Overall speed range summary from slow cruise to fast cruise recommendations 12:20 Anchor hoisting demonstration and explanation of the self-righting bow roller system 13:54 Close-quarters docking simulation using engines, bow thruster, joystick, and Skyhook 21:36 Final review covering wave performance, solo operation, comparisons