VolHunt ,Compression,Bias,Loose,Expansion,Trailing — Strategy by RyanBardyla-CD
By RyanBardyla-CD
Performance Metrics
- Author: RyanBardyla-CD
- Symbol: BINANCE:BTCUSDT
- Timeframe: 4 hours
- Net P&L: +1,033.51 USDT (+10.34%)
- Win Rate: 54.5%
- Profit Factor: 4.149
- Max Drawdown: 144.13 USDT (1.31%)
- Total Trades: 11
Description
VolHunt is a volatility contraction → expansion breakout strategy built around compression detection, trend bias filtering, loose expansion confirmation, dynamic take-profit, and trailing stops.Core Logic:• Detects high compression zones using combined Bollinger Band width + ATR percentage (normalized vs lookback average)• Only enters when compression exceeds user-defined threshold (default 55%)• Requires EMA20/50 bias alignment (bullish = long only, bearish = short only; toggleable)• Triggers on loose expansion (simple directional close after compression)• Uses ATR-based position sizing (risk fixed % of equity per trade)• Sets initial stop at 1.5× ATR, initial target based on rolling average of past expansion sizes• Activates trailing stop after +1 ATR unrealized profit (trails by 1.5× ATR)Key Features:• Risk-based sizing (default 1% risk per trade)• Dynamic targets that adapt to recent market behavior• Trailing stop to let winners run• Clean visual markers (large labeled LONG/SHORT + entry bar coloring)• High-compression zone highlighting (yellow background)• Debug label showing current compression %Intended Use:Best suited for 4h timeframe on volatile assets (BTC, ETH, major forex pairs, indices). Performs best in trending or post-consolidation environments. Not designed for very low-vol chop or news-driven spikes.Performance Notes:Backtest results vary by asset, timeframe, and period. On BTCUSDT 4h (2020–2026), expect moderate trade frequency, controlled drawdown, and realistic (non-overfitted) returns. Always forward-test and use proper risk management — no strategy guarantees profits.Inputs Overview:• Compression threshold (55% default – lower for more trades)• EMA bias filter (on by default)• Risk % per trade (1% default)• BB/ATR/lookback settings (standard defaults work well)Visuals kept minimal and toggle-friendly so it pairs well with pattern recognition tools (like Pattern Zoo) or your own VolHunter indicator.Happy hunting — trade smart, stay disciplined.