Both the Venture Marine 34 Cuddy 2009 and the Venture Marine 34 Tournament 2010 are deep-V designs, both built in fibreglass, so the buying decision usually comes down to a handful of practical questions: how many people are you putting on the water, how far do you trailer, and what does your tow vehicle weigh?
On paper these two are close siblings in the size department - Venture Marine 34 Cuddy 2009 at 34,0 ft versus Venture Marine 34 Tournament 2010 at 34,5 ft. Weight tells a clearer story for trailering families: the Venture Marine 34 Cuddy 2009 tips the scales at 7 300 lbs - 500 lbs more than the Venture Marine 34 Tournament 2010 at 6 800 lbs. That difference is meaningful if you're working within a half-ton or three-quarter-ton truck's tow rating, especially once you factor in a motor, gear, and fuel.
Both boats are rated for 10 passengers - a good fit for a family of four or five plus guests. Comfort at capacity is another matter; the longer hull typically means more seat options and better weight distribution.
Bottom line: The Venture Marine 34 Cuddy 2009 and Venture Marine 34 Tournament 2010 are closely matched on the specs that matter most. Test-ride both on the water you actually use, check current dealer pricing, and factor in long-term service access before you sign.