2026-01-08 11:20:11

I started shorting ZEC at 450 in this wave of trading. Later, when the price dropped and then rebounded to 450, I added to my position. When it reached 470, I added more, and at 550, I added another round. From an initial loss of 10,000, I eventually turned it into a profit of 16,000, which is quite good overall.

But I also stepped into a trap. I didn't time my additional entries well—I now realize that if I opened a position at 450, I should have waited until around 500 (about 10% higher) before considering adding more, instead of rushing in. Because I added too early, when the price later went up, I was afraid to add heavily, and my position was too small.

The lesson from altcoins is: defense should come first, and never pile too many chips near a single point. Spreading out the entry points is very important.

My current plan is to wait for ZEC to rebound and then short again, aiming for below 100.

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WhaleWatcher

· 01-11 02:04

The rhythm of adding positions is really a big question; rushing is not advisable. Your reflection this time is quite valuable. Making money from shorting and still being able to recognize your own problems is much better than those who make money by blindly guessing, to be honest. Waiting for below 100? That's quite bold. Be careful of a reverse smash. ZEC is highly volatile; prioritizing defense is not wrong. Many people have been cut because they piled up chips. Adding positions too densely in the front indeed poses a hidden risk. Next time, try to increase the distance; starting with 10% might be truly more prudent.

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MEVHunterX

· 01-10 13:37

This pacing of increasing positions is really a lesson learned from experience. Jumping to add positions at 450 and then getting trapped later on, I’ve seen too many people ruin themselves by playing like this.

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FlippedSignal

· 01-09 16:34

The frequency of adding positions is too high. I think this is just greed taking over. Stacking chips directly at 450 is just ridiculous.

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StableNomad

· 01-08 11:50

ngl the 450→550 avg-down grind hits different... statistically speaking you left probably 30-40% on the table by not spacing those pyramids out. reminds me of UST in may when everyone panic-added at every 5% dip lol

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AirdropHarvester

· 01-08 11:50

Adding positions without mastering the rhythm, I've also fallen into this trap and really suffered heavy losses.

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RegenRestorer

· 01-08 11:46

Damn, I've also experienced the issue of adding positions too close; it's too easy to get knocked out.

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0xInsomnia

· 01-08 11:43

The timing of increasing positions was not well grasped; I lost because I was too greedy. Actually, defense is indeed much more important than offense.

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SchrodingersFOMO

· 01-08 11:41

The point about increasing position spacing is indeed reasonable. I was also impatient before, and only understood after experiencing losses. Stacking positions from 450 to 550, no wonder I didn't have the courage to follow later; my mindset collapsed. Below 100 feels a bit dreamy; ZEC has a pretty strong rebound ability. I agree with the phrase "Defense First." Those who set stop-losses unclearly are all at a loss. Just want to ask, at what rebound level do you open the second round of short positions? Is there a specific level?

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RugPullAlertBot

· 01-08 11:27

It's really brave to go short at 450, but increasing the position can easily get you carried away. A 10% margin sounds reliable. Adding to the position too early is what happens, and later on, there's no ammo left. Truly a regret. Will ZEC drop below 100? How long will that take? This coin is quite resistant to drops.

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BrokeBeans

· 01-08 11:27

Adding positions really can't be rushed. The cost of adding at 450 is that there's no bullets left later, haha. ZEC has indeed turned around quite well this round, but I feel the key is what you mentioned about the distance rule, otherwise it's easy to get trapped. Below 100? How long do you have to wait? It seems ZEC has been a bit resistant to drops recently.

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