Captain
Edward R. Gartenmayer

Member since October 2022 Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Edward runs trips out of Key West aboard a 34’ Crusader and brings over 10 years of fishing experience to the table. These waters are home to top offshore species like Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Kingfish, and he’ll show you how to catch them using proven techniques like trolling and bottom fishing. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, Capt. Edward has the skills—and the spots—to help you land a great catch.

Hey, I'm Captain Edward R. Gartenmayer

Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Edward runs trips out of Key West aboard a 34’ Crusader and brings over 10 years of fishing experience to the table. These waters are home to top offshore species like Mahi Mahi, Wahoo, and Kingfish, and he’ll show you how to catch them using proven techniques like trolling and bottom fishing. Whether you're a seasoned angler or a first-timer, Capt. Edward has the skills—and the spots—to help you land a great catch.
Anglers Choice
209
Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Reef Runner Charters Key West

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(209 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 Last booking: 3 hours ago
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Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 209 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (331)
Great equipment, Boat and Personnel
hitting the limit
hitting the limit
+328
Angler rating
201
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
99%
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Henry O.
Bridgewater, NJ
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Nice Trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (4 hours) (PM) on August 5, 2023
Professional crew Caught lots of fish with the kids
Henry O. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
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Jacob N.
Good
2.7 / 5
Experience:
Good
3.0 / 5
Boat
Bad
2.0 / 5
Crew
Good
3.0 / 5
Overall

Caught a few, was promised a different experience

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6 hours) (AM) on June 18, 2025
Captain and crew did a good job.ย  Caught three keepers on a 6 hour trip.ย  Asked before booking to do a trip that was not...
Jacob N. does not recommend Reef Runner Charters Key West
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Tony H.
Worthington Hills, KY
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing with Edward

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6 hours) (AM) on July 5, 2023
Tony H. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
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Charlotte M.
Sawmills, NC
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (4 hours) (AM) on June 24, 2023
Charlotte M. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
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