If you’ve been in crypto for more than one cycle, you already know: what goes up, must come down—and it can come down hard. After every euphoric bull run comes a cold, brutal bear market. It’s not a matter of “if,” it’s “when.” Understanding how to spot the signs and take profits early is the difference between walking away wealthy vs. wrecked.
In this post, we’ll break down:
- How much Bitcoin and altcoins typically drop during bear markets
- Why taking profits is a must, not an option
- How to prepare mentally and strategically for a downturn
- How we handle it at EPIQ Trading Floor
📉 History Doesn’t Lie: Bitcoin Drops Over 65% in Bear Markets
Bitcoin is the most resilient and dominant crypto asset in the market, and even it isn’t safe from extreme drawdowns.
Historically:
- After 2013 peak: BTC dropped ~85%
- After 2017 peak: BTC dropped ~84%
- After 2021 peak: BTC dropped ~77%
So when we say a 65%–85% drawdown is likely, we’re not fearmongering, we’re sharing hard facts.
And remember: altcoins drop even harder.
If Bitcoin drops 70%, altcoins can drop:
- 85% to 95% (yes, even the good ones)
- Some never recover
💡 Why We Take Profits (Even When It Feels Too Early)
It’s easy to fall into the “diamond hands” trap, especially in bull markets when everything’s going up. But here’s the truth:
“You don’t go broke taking profits. You go broke holding through greed.“
Taking profit:
- Secures gains you can reinvest or use IRL
- Reduces exposure before inevitable pullbacks
- Keeps your emotions in check (removes FOMO)
- Gives you capital to re-enter lower
At EPIQ, we preach phased exits:
- Take profits at key Fibonacci extensions
- Secure gains at resistance zones
- Scale out as momentum fades
And when the bear hits, we’re ready, not reactive.
🧠 The Psychology of Bear Markets
Bull markets build confidence. Bear markets destroy hope.
Here’s how it plays out emotionally:
- Euphoria: “I’m never selling.”
- Complacency: “This is just a dip.”
- Anxiety: “Why is nothing pumping?”
- Panic: “I’ve lost everything.”
- Capitulation: “Crypto is a scam.”
- Depression: “I’m done.”
- Disbelief (Next Cycle): “No way it’s happening again.”
We help our members recognize these stages in real time, so they’re always a step ahead.
🧰 Tools to Prepare for the Bear
At EPIQ Trading Floor, we provide everything you need to navigate volatility like a pro:
✅ Real-time price action and volume alerts
✅ Macro dashboard tracking market health, interest rates, CPI data, and more
✅ BTC dominance, funding rate sentiment, and altcoin rotation indicators
✅ Educational tools on risk management, stop losses, and capital preservation
✅ Live market updates, coaching, and mentorship every single week
🚀 Positioning Yourself to Thrive in the Next Cycle
Here’s what smart traders are doing now:
- Taking profits on overextended coins
- Rotating into stronger projects with long-term utility
- Using stablecoins to protect gains
- Studying market cycles and learning TA
- Setting up cold storage and securing assets
Bear markets are not the end, they’re the reset button that gives you generational opportunities if you’re prepared.
🔐 Ready to Prepare Like a Pro?
At EPIQ Trading Floor, we’ve helped over 1,500 traders protect capital and scale profits—even in volatile markets. With over an 85% win rate across 100+ trades, our strategy is built to adapt to any market condition.
✅ Daily analysis
✅ Trade alerts
✅ Educational academy
✅ Community + mentorship
✅ 3-Day Free Trial — so you can try it risk-free
⚠️ NFA Disclaimer:
This blog is for educational purposes only and is not financial advice. Always do your own research before investing or trading.
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