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.
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Reef Runner Charters Key West

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Excellent
4.9 / 5
(237 reviews)
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Key West
 7 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $800

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Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 237 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
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Rosa A.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great Day on the Water with a Fantastic Crew!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (4 hours) - 8:00 AM on December 14, 2025
We had a great day on the water with Evan and Pete! We caught Dolphin, Makeral, Yellowtail, a barracuda and a bonita.. Evan...
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Patrick S. L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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These guys were on it

VERIFIED   3 Hour Trip โ€“ Inshore (PM) on September 13, 2025
Captain and first mate where on it all day we wanted for nothing they put us on fish all day and really made it a solid day...
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Martin N.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with Edward R.

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip (6 Hours) (PM) on August 30, 2025
Captain Edward and first mate Evin did a great job finding fish and we maxed out with the black fin and caught a load of Maui....
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Scott L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Took the gulf option and caught a lot of fish.

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip (6 hours) - 8:00 AM on January 10, 2026
Caught a lot of fish and the crew was very attentive.
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Brian D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

One after another

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (4 hours) (PM) on January 6, 2026
had a great time!ย  landed fish after fish and learned a lot. great time!
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