Jason..I have cruised extensively in all of those areas and here are my thoughts.
1. The
Fortress is a good secondary
anchor in softer bottoms but will not do you much good on the hard bottoms and kelp beds of New England.
2. The 45
CQR is adequate for the boat as a primary but I would add 50' of chain. Get rid of the kellet. Useless.
3. I don't like
CQR's as mine have frequently required multiple sets to hold properly. Without a windless...they would be a real pain. They work best with a combination nylon/chain
rode so you are ok on that score.
4. I would not consider the 45lb. CQR as a storm
anchor so if you are looking for a single bulletproof solution...I would move to a
Delta,Rocna,Spade or Manson Supreme in the 50-60lb range and consider adding a
windlass as you're gonna get awfully tired hauling chain, anchor and garbage off the bottom.