Hi all im loking to upgrade my surfcaster ive been looking at Penn Slammer Okuma Axeon Okuma Solaris Abu Veritas im mainly looking for a rod with good casting distance to match to a shimano 12oooD i know its not the best casting reel but its my allround rock/boat and surf reel as its all that budjet would allow. My realistic price bracket is anywhere up to about $350.Any advice would be greatly appreciated cheers.