Home | Previous | Next Lesson This Lesson Can Be Printed - See Instructions Below. High Probability SpikesTrading spikes in any time frame can be a very high probability trade with low risk relative to reward if our unique set up is followed. Spikes fall under exhaust patterns and signal that the market is ready to reverse. Traditionally the spike or ''V pattern'' as it is sometimes known will reverse very quickly and is difficult to trade because by the time you identify that it is a Spike it is normally to late.
The breakout happens at point 4. Once we have identified that we have a spike at point 3 we place a sell stop order just below point 4. As soon as the order is hit at point 4 we place our stop loss order just above point 3. This immediately limits your risk. The reverse is true for long trades. The minimum target I would expect to see would be the distance from point 2 to point 3 extended up or down depending on the direction you are trading. If traded in this manner you can expect as high 75% winners. You will also notice that this type of trade tends to work quickly. If it is taking a long time to get going (more than three or four bars) after you have entered at point 4 you may wish to lock in any profits and close the trade. Another technique you cam employ is to use a trailing stop and at the first sign that the market might reverse, you can close the position.
Good Trading Mark McRae
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