CombinedBinHAndCluc Strategy: Two Old Masters "Fused Together"
Nickname: Twin Swords Combined Profession: Bollinger Band Combo Strategy Player Timeframe: 5 Minutes (short-term trading)
1. What's This Strategy?
CombinedBinHAndCluc literally means "Combine Bollinger Bands and Cluc." Simply put:
- Two old strategies BinHV45 and ClucMay72018 forcibly merged together
- Whichever one says buy, you listen (OR gate logic)
- Specifically hunts for "hammer" patterns near Bollinger Bands
Think of it as a general with two military advisors: "Military Advisor A says buy, buy! Military Advisor B says buy, also buy! As long as one of them nods, we place the order!" 🧙♂️
2. Core Settings: Simple and Brutal
Take-Profit Rules
Make 5%? → Run!
Plain English: 5% and done, not greedy, take profits and go!
Stop-Loss Rules
Lose 10%? → Cut!
Plain English: Allowing a 10% loss, giving you enough rope!
Trading Frequency
Max 2 positions
Plain English: Don't put all eggs in one basket, 2 at a time is enough!
3. Entry Conditions: 2 Modes, Either One Works
This strategy has two buy modes — triggering buy when either is satisfied:
🎯 Mode 1: BinHV45 (Hammer Pattern)
Trigger Conditions (Plain English version):
- Bollinger Band width wide enough (> 0.8% of price)
- Price fluctuation large enough (> 1.75% of price)
- Lower wick short (< 25% of width)
- Close breaks below Bollinger lower band
- Close lower than previous candle
Plain English:
"Price dropped below the Bollinger lower band, and it's a hammer pattern (long lower wick) — isn't this stable? Buy it!"
🎯 Mode 2: ClucMay72018 (Shrinking Volume Rebound)
Trigger Conditions (Plain English version):
- Price below EMA50
- Price < 98.5% of Bollinger lower band
- Volume extremely low (< 1/20th of average)
Plain English:
"Price dropped below the Bollinger lower band, nobody's trading (ground volume) — isn't this abnormal? Buy it!"
Summary: Though the two modes have different angles, their core message is the same — "Price dropped below Bollinger Bands, might rebound!"
4. Protection Mechanisms: Just One Stop-Loss
This strategy's protection mechanism is extremely simple:
| Protection Type | Trigger | Plain English |
|---|---|---|
| Hard Stop-Loss | Lose 10% | "Lost 10%, don't hold on, bail out!" |
| Take-Profit | Make 5% | "Made 5%, take profits and go!" |
Commentary: That's it? Yes, simple and brutal! 😅
5. Exit Logic: Just One Condition
Technical Sell: Breaking Bollinger Middle Band
Price > Bollinger middle band
Plain English:
"Price rose to the Bollinger middle band, transitioned from downtrend to consolidation — run!"
Other Exits
| Sell Type | Trigger |
|---|---|
| ROI Take-Profit | Make 5% |
| Stop-Loss | Lose 10% |
Plain English: Just three words — Run! Run! Run!
6. Strategy "Personality"
Personality Analysis
| Trait | Description |
|---|---|
| Decisive | 5% and run, no hesitation |
| Cautious | 10% before cutting, gives opportunities |
| Simple | No fancy tricks |
| Dual-Faced | Two strategies, one will always hit |
Who's It For?
- ✅ People who like short-term trading
- ✅ People who like simple strategies
- ✅ People who accept 5% small targets
- ❌ People who like long-term holding
- ❌ People who like complex strategies
7. Applicable Scenarios
✅ Recommended Scenarios
- Volatile Market: Price fluctuates up and down
- Short-Term Trading: Just playing 5-minute level
- Multi-Coin Allocation: Run 2 trading pairs simultaneously
- Strategy Combination: Use with other strategies
❌ Not Recommended Scenarios
- Unilateral Uptrend: May miss rally
- Unilateral Downtrend: Easily stopped out
- Sideways Consolidation: May get slapped around
8. Summary
CombinedBinHAndCluc = BinHV45 + ClucMay72018 = Two Old Masters Combined
| Item | Value |
|---|---|
| Buy Modes | 2 (either one) |
| Take-Profit | 5% |
| Stop-Loss | 10% |
| Timeframe | 5 Minutes |
| Complexity | ⭐⭐ (Simple) |
One-Line: Whichever strategy says buy, buy; 5%, 10%, simple and brutal!
9. Market Performance
Ideal Situations
- ✅ Excellent performance in volatile markets
- ✅ Captured effective hammer patterns
- ✅ Rebounded after volume shrinkage
Not Ideal Situations
- ❌ May get stopped out consecutively in unilateral downtrends
- ❌ False breakouts happen
- ❌ May miss opportunities in trending markets
10. Configuration Suggestions
Beginner Suggestions
# Conservative Configuration
minimal_roi = {"0": 0.03} # 3% and run
stoploss = -0.08 # 8% and cut
max_open_trades = 1 # Only play 1
Veteran Configuration
# Aggressive Configuration
minimal_roi = {"0": 0.08} # 8% before running
stoploss = -0.15 # 15% before cutting
max_open_trades = 3 # Play 3
My Suggestions
- Paper trade first: Run on paper first
- Small position: Try with pocket change first
- Watch the market: Good in bull markets, careful in bear markets
- Review regularly: Check strategy performance weekly
11. Bonus
Strategy Founder
This strategy was written by iterativ, a quantitative player who likes combining multiple strategies.
Strategy Evolution
| Version | Characteristics |
|---|---|
| V1 | Original version (this article) |
| V2-V8 | Gradually added more modes |
| Hyper | Added hyperparameter optimization |
Fun Fact
- This is one of the most classic strategies in the freqtrade community
- Many newcomers start with this strategy
- Simple but effective!
12. The Bottom Line
Mindset When Using This Strategy:
- Don't be greedy: 5% and run, don't dream of overnight riches
- Don't fear losses: 10% stop-loss is normal loss
- Don't hesitate: Write it down when strategy says buy, sell when sold
- Don't slack: Review regularly, check strategy performance
Remember: Simple strategy + strict execution = long-term profit 🎯
⚠️ Risk Reminder
Main Risks
| Risk | Likelihood | Consequence |
|---|---|---|
| Consecutive Stop-Outs | Medium | Account drawdown |
| False Breakout | High | Bought at the top |
| Missing Rally | Medium | Missed profit |
| Trending Market | Medium | Poor performance |
Risk Control Suggestions
- Set stop-loss: Don't be sentimental, cut at 10%
- Diversify investment: Don't full-position one coin
- Paper trade first: Don't go naked
- Watch the market: Bull market closes eyes to buy, bear market be careful
- Review regularly: Check monthly strategy performance
Most Important One Line
Strategy is good, but market is bad. Learn to respect the market, learn to accept losses.
Happy trading everyone! 🚀