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Fortress Fx-85 47lb Anchor For 59-68' BoatsThe Legendary Fortress Anchor In test after test, from coast to coast and from around the world, no anchor in history has been called ? The World? s Best Anchor? by more boaters and respected marine experts than Fortress and for good reason. Years of research and development, high tech materials and manufacturing and thousands of real world tests are your assurance of performance, quality, and value. Fortress weighs only half as much as heavier steel
The Legendary Fortress Anchor
In test after test, from coast to coast and from around the world, no anchor in history has been called ?The World?s Best Anchor? by more boaters and respected marine experts than Fortress...and for good reason.
Years of research and development, high-tech materials and manufacturing and thousands of real world tests are your assurance of performance, quality, and value. Fortress weighs only half as much as heavier steel anchors and yet outperforms them all.
Why? Because the Fortress design does not depend upon weight to provide world class performance. All this adds up to your best value in anchoring safety and convenience.
| Feature | Benefit |
| Precision-machined from an aluminum alloy that is as strong as steel, but only half the weight. |
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| Can be disassembled |
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| Lifetime Parts Replacement Warranty |
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| Adjustable 32 to 45 fluke angle |
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| Tough anodized finish |
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| FORTRESS SELECTION GUIDE | |||||||||
| Model | FX-7 | FX-11 | FX-16 | FX-23 | FX-37 | FX-55 | FX-85 | FX-125 | |
| Boat Length | |||||||||
| ft | 16'-27' | 28'-32' | 33'-38' | 39'-45' | 46'-51' | 52'-58' | 59'-68' | 69'-150' | |
| m | 5-8 | 8-10 | 10-12 | 12-14 | 14-15 | 16-18 | 18-21 | 21-46 | |
| Weight | lb | 4 | 7 | 10 | 15 | 21 | 32 | 47 | 69 |
| kg | 1.8 | 3.2 | 4.5 | 6.8 | 9.5 | 14.4 | 21.2 | 31.1 | |
| Replaces Steel Anchors | lb | 6-9 | 10-13 | 14-18 | 19-28 | 33-50 | 50-65 | 70-90 | 100-170 |
| kg | 3-4 | 5-6 | 6-8 | 9-13 | 15-23 | 23-29 | 32-41 | 45-77 | |
| HOLDING POWER | |||||||||
| Model | FX-7 | FX-11 | FX-16 | FX-23 | FX-37 | FX-55 | FX-85 | FX-125 | |
| Working Load | |||||||||
| lb | 700 | 900 | 1.250 | 2,000 | 3,000 | 4,000 | 5,250 | 6,750 | |
| kg | 318 | 408 | 567 | 907 | 1,351 | 1,814 | 2,381 | 3,062 | |
| 32 Degree Hard Sand Holding Power | lb | 2,800 | 3,600 | 5,000 | 8,000 | 12,000 | 16,000 | 21,000 | 27,000 |
| kg | 1,270 | 1,633 | 2,268 | 3,629 | 5,443 | 7,258 | 9,536 | 12,247 | |
| 45 Degree Soft Mud Holding Power | lb | 840 | 1,080 | 1,500 | 2,400 | 3,600 | 4,800 | 6,300 | 8,100 |
| kg | 381 | 490 | 680 | 1,089 | 1,633 | 2,177 | 2,858 | 3,674 | |
| 32 Degree Soft Mud Holding Power | lb | 420 | 540 | 750 | 1,200 | 1,800 | 2,400 | 3,150 | 4,050 |
| kg | 191 | 245 | 340 | 544 | 816 | 1,089 | 1,429 | 1,837 | |
| DIMENSIONS | |||||||||
| Model | FX-7 | FX-11 | FX-16 | FX-23 | FX-37 | FX-55 | FX-85 | FX-125 | |
| "A" Shank Length | |||||||||
| in | 24" | 27" | 31" | 36" | 40" | 46" | 51" | 56" | |
| mm | 610 | 685 | 787 | 914 | 1,016 | 1,168 | 1,295 | 1,422 | |
| "B" Fluke Length | in | 14" | 16" | 18" | 21" | 24" | 27" | 30" | 33" |
| mm | 356 | 406 | 457 | 533 | 610 | 686 | 762 | 838 | |
| "C" Stock Length | in | 19" | 22" | 25" | 29" | 32" | 37" | 41" | 45" |
| mm | 483 | 559 | 635 | 737 | 813 | 940 | 1,041 | 1,143 | |
| SUPPORT HARDWARE | |||||||||
| Model | FX-7 | FX-11 | FX-16 | FX-23 | FX-37 | FX-55 | FX-85 | FX-125 | |
| Proof Coil Chain | |||||||||
| in | 3/16" | 1/4" | 5/16" | 3/8" | 3/8" | 1/2" | 1/2" | 1/2" | |
| mm | 5 | 6 | 8 | 9 | 9 | 13 | 13 | 13 | |
| Nylon Rope** | in | 3/8" | 3/8" | 1/2" | 5/8" | 3/4" | 7/8" | 1" | 1 1/4" |
| mm | 9 | 9 | 13 | 16 | 19 | 22 | 25 | 32 | |
| Shackle Size | in | 1/4" | 1/4" | 5/16" | 3/8" | 7/16" | 1/2" | 5/8" | 5/8" |
| mm | 6 | 6 | 8 | 10 | 12 | 12 | 16 | 16 | |
| NOTE: Hard sand holding power figures above represent loads actually achieved on production FORTRESS and Guardian anchors under controlled horizontal pull conditions without dragging or resulting in disabling structural deformation. ** Rope recommendations are based on 25% of breaking strength. Rope must be in good condition. |
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★★★★★ 3
Great Cooling, But Lacking Support
Color: White, Size: Standard
I have to agree with some of the other reviews—this pillow just doesn't offer enough support. It initially feels plush and inviting, but after a minute or so, your head sinks too far and ends up pressing against the underlying latex, which has a rubbery, somewhat uncomfortable feel. It might be an excellent fit for those with smaller frames, but for me, it fell short in terms of proper neck and head support.
On the plus side, the cooling aspect is impressive. It's cool to the touch and noticeably more breathable than many pillows I've tried. I've seen some complaints about it not staying cool all night, but honestly, no pillow really does. Casper's claim of "12 hours of cooling" seems like marketing optimism—your body heat will eventually warm up any pillow, no matter how well-designed. That’s just basic thermodynamics.
All in all, it's a well-made pillow with excellent cooling performance. If you have a smaller frame, this could be a great choice. Unfortunately, it just didn’t work for my needs.
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Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2025
★★★★★ 1
Is this a joke?
Color: White, Size: King
I don't usually write reviews, but I have to for this pillow. The pillow measures 16" x 32", not 18" x 34" as stated in the description. That's not really a big deal, but they should have the correct size in the description. The problem with this pillow is the total lack of support. My head falls through this pillow within a half hour of laying my head on it. This causes me neck pain and I have to switch to my old pillow in the middle of the night. I'm a bigger dude that's 6'3" and I only sleep on my side. I thought this pillow would be great based on the other reviews that stated it works for side sleepers. I would describe this pillow as a greatly overpriced marshmallow. The pillow does have some decent cooling properties, but they don't last all night as described. This pillow would probably work great for someone who sleeps on their stomach. I wouldn't recommend this pillow to a bigger dude that's a side sleeper.
Note: I did find a great Casper pillow that works for me. I bought the Casper Sleep Essential Cooling Foam pillow on Amazon. It's the one that's all foam with a phase change layer to help with cooling. The pillow has great support and it doesn't cause me any neck pain. The best part is the price, it cost less than half the price of the Hybrid Snow Pillow. I hope this review helps someone.
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Reviewed in the United States on July 28, 2024
★★★★★ 5
A Near Perfect Pillow
Color: White, Size: King
I was hesitant to order this pillow because it was so expensive. I was looking for a cooling pillow and after a previously purchased pillow lost it's "cool" after a few nights of sleeping on it, I was concerned that this Casper pillow would do the same.
The pillow is so comfortable. My only complaint is that it does not seem to hold the coolness all night. I find I need to flip the pillow over part way through the night. But, when I flip the pillow, it is perfectly cool.
The pillow is supportive without being too firm. I love this pillow!
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Reviewed in the United States on June 19, 2024
★★★★★ 2
Not quite right….
Color: White, Size: Standard
I’m torn on this pillow. While it does have merit, there were some serious “flaws” for me. I am a side sleeper and I’ve been on the hunt for a neck supportive pillow. This didn’t have that for me. The night started with good possibility, but I woke up several hours in and found the pillow flat where I was; all the filling had moved to the top. It IS very cool to the touch and I could definitely tell it was cool while sleeping on it. The loft of this pillow is fine, but not stupendous, and the softness was pretty great. Overall, just not the best. If the filling had stayed put through the night, I might’ve kept, but as it was, I returned.
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Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2025
★★★★★ 5
Does the job!
Color: White, Size: Standard
This pillow offers superb support and stays cool. It replaced my previous one from a couple years back. I did notice that, like so many things, it isn’t as full as my previous one but still offers a good nights rest for this side sleeper.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2026