CREST operates on a simple, brutal premise: when support breaks, sell; when resistance breaks, buy. No predictions, no forecasts—pure reaction to confirmed structural breaks. The system doesn’t try to catch bottoms or tops; it rides the explosive momentum that follows decisive level breaches.
The Velocity Edge
What separates CREST from conventional breakout systems is trailing stop velocity. While most trend-following systems adjust stops at fixed intervals or percentage distances, CREST executes trailing stop movements at 20 millisecond speed—effectively real-time recalibration as price action unfolds.
This microsecond-level responsiveness means:
- Tighter risk capture — profits lock in faster than human reflexes allow
- Reduced give-back — exits occur before momentum fully decays
- Exploitation of burst phases — the system stays in only during the highest-velocity segments of moves
Mechanics at Work
Table
| Scenario | Trigger | Action |
|---|---|---|
| Support breach | Price breaks below established support level | SELL entry + immediate trailing stop activation |
| Resistance breach | Price breaks above established resistance level | BUY entry + immediate trailing stop activation |
| Position management | Every 20ms price update | Trailing stop ratchets to lock in progressive gains |
The “Burst” Filter
CREST doesn’t trade every breakout—it filters for high-velocity conditions where the probability of sustained directional movement is elevated. This avoids the chop of false breaks and focuses capital on genuine trend ignition points.
Risk Profile
- No overnight exposure — positions typically resolve within hours
- Defined downside — 20ms trailing ensures exits never drift far from favorable prices
- Asymmetric payoff — many small losses, occasional explosive winners
CREST is built for traders who believe that the money is in the move, not the prediction—and that capturing the meat of a burst requires mechanical speed no discretionary trader can match.
Live account access
CREST live account and investor PIN
Live account since Mar 2026. Use the live account link to review performance, or contact NeH Capital to request the investor PIN and onboarding details.