Captain
Edward 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 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
Verified

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(165 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 3 bookings in the past week.
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $750

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 165 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (283)
Awesome day on the water
Awesome day on the water
Awesome day on the water
+280
Angler rating
159
5
1
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
99%
Sort by:
Featured  
Showing:
5 of 165 reviews
Melissa I.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Caught a big grouper!!!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on July 4, 2025
We had a great time and caught a big grouper, some small grouper and enough yellow tail and grunts to feed over 6 people! We...
Melissa I. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
1 person finds this review helpful
You and 1 other person found this review helpful
Melissa I. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
1 person finds this review helpful
You and 1 other person found this review helpful

Ted F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great day

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on March 11, 2025
Captain Ed and Tom were amazing. Fishing was a little slow in the beginning but Ed and Tom kept working and got us into the...
Ted F. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Ted F. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Cherrie L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fish on!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 4, 2025
Captain Edward and deck mate Ethan provided a great experience for me and my 5 boys. I was extremely impressed with how hard...
Cherrie L. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Cherrie L. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Gene K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Fantastic fishing experience

VERIFIED   12 Hour Trip on September 29, 2024
The Captain and first mate were extremely knowledgeable of the area and where the best fishing could be found after hurricane...
Gene K. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Gene K. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful

Troy B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

A Fun Day On The Water

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (AM) on May 17, 2025
Edward and Tommy were awesome. Very professional and put us in great position for each haul. Will happily book with them in...
Troy B. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful
Troy B. recommends Reef Runner Charters Key West
Mark review as helpful
You found this review helpful