I think experienced anglers will always look to do a bit of stalking when they can, be it floaters or on the deck.
One thing I don't look at with rose tinted glasses is the rubbish tackle he uses, thank goodness that side has progressed, I'd give up if that was my set-up, useless.
I would say I have caught more big fish in the past ten years using a short rod, centre pin and float than any other method, I love watching fish on the move and placing a bait in their path, a real adrenalin buzz.
Probs my fave way to catch them.
I can only remember 3 decent sessions doing this in the last maybe 5 years due to bird life and other anglers.
Used to do it all summer it seemed.....
I would say at least certain elements of floater fishing fall under this bracket, especially the close up stuff, can't beat chasing them off the top defo beats sitting behind idle rods.