For myself, on my list of things to try is a shooting basket when beach fishing for salmon. A little more distance may be useful on occasion when trying to reach a sighted fish or when just searching the water. Most of my fish off the beach have been hooked up at least 50' away. I typically try to stay in water at crotch level or less. I'd like to try a high end rod and see just how much that would help, though it may just show my lack of ability!
