Captain Mike Copeman is the owner and captain of The Redeemer. He is a fully licensed and insured United States Merchant Mariner possessing a valid OUPV USCG federal license. Capt. Mike has over 35 years fishing the local inshore and offshore waters of New Jersey. He was the previous owner and captain of The Renegade, a classic 29’ foot Topaz express. Capt. Mike has been running his charter business for over 15 years and takes pride in his profession and upkeep of The Redeemer.
We spare no expense, fluorocarbon leaders, Owner and Gamakatsu hooks are always used. The Redeemer fishes the waters within 100 miles of Manasquan Inlet, NJ. We specialize in open boat trips for Striped Bass, Fluke, Tuna, Mahi, and Shark.
Customer comfort and safety onboard is always paramount and never compromised. U.S. Coast Guard safety equipment is inspected, maintained and updated. To shelter you from the elements, The Redeemer offers a full heated and air conditioned cabin, a 140 square foot unobstructed fishing cockpit with helm seating for 6. There is a 6’ 4” galley complimented with custom cherry veneers, teak holey cabin sole, microwave, satellite TV, refrigerator, wifi, bluetooth, twin stove top, coffee maker, sleeping accommodations for 4 and a stand up head including a fresh hot water shower.
The vessel is equipped with a full tuna tower with seating, controls and electronics. Fishing amenities include 2 huge insulated fish boxes, built in fish tank oxygen infused live-well system, transom door, prep sink, ice maker, and bait freezers. Navigational electronics are state of the art including dual 15” updated Northstar plotters, radar, sonars, auto-pilot, search lights, windlass, etc. Infrared satellite temperature charts are obtained on all offshore charters.
The Redeemer supplies and uses only top quality Penn and Shimano tackle for ultimate dependability. Braided line is used on all inshore reels for the ultimate light tackle live-lining experience. The vessel and all tackle are professionally maintained.
