Bitcoin’s blowoff top is coming, but you need to position early — before the chart does the talking.
Hello crypto investors,
I’m back with another chart that should make you stop scrolling. But if you’re wondering whether this bull run is still alive or if the music has stopped, this post is for you. Yes, the market is dumping, but I say…
Ignore the noise.
Look, August could set off the mother of all altseasons. And you need to restructure your portfolio before it’s too late. First,
Let’s Begin With the Obvious
Every four years, especially in the post-halving year, August tends to be bullish for Bitcoin. In 2013, BTC gained over 30% in August. In 2017, it pumped +65% in August. And in 2021, it added +13% in August. Now we’re in August 2025.
The question is, will the pattern hold? (See the screenshot below.)
Let’s break it down…
In past post-halving cycles, August led the final explosive phases (2013, 2017, and 2021), and that could happen again in 2025. But the real alpha isn’t Bitcoin. But altcoins. And that’s where the life-changing gains happen.
Let me explain better…
At the early stage of every bull run, Bitcoin dominates while altcoins lag. In this cycle, for instance, Ethereum has been behind Bitcoin, and some even called ETH a dead coin. But Ethereum is gradually gaining momentum, and this phase is where ETH and altcoins reward patient and strategic investors.
Now, you may ask, when?
Well, based on the current chart setup, August 2025 could be that turning point.
So, if you’re holding coins with strong communities and real momentum, the next few months could rewrite your story.
Maybe you’re thinking… But the market is dumping…
Yes, I saw that too. But the long-term chart remains bullish, and the market could turn around soon.
Sure, you might not feel it now, but soon, everyone around you will.
Maybe on TikTok, CNBC, in your group chats, and in the mouths of every clueless speculator you know. But we aren’t there yet.
So, when the market turns explosive, that’s when you should be selling, not buying.
You see, it’s not enough to be early — you need a plan to exit before the crash. Yes, the next bear market is closer than many thought.
So, whatever altcoins you’re holding, map out your exits now for Q4 2025 and early Q1 2026.
Now, here’s where it gets interesting.
The bull market doesn’t end all at once — but when it does, you won’t get a second warning.
Let me share a lesson I learned from holding ADA in 2021.
Lessons from Cardano (ADA)
In 2021, Cardano (ADA) topped out at $3 between August 30 and September 1. Meanwhile, other coins were still flying, but ADA was done. Many investors held, staked, and even bought the top, thinking it was heading to $10. But it never did. See the ADA-USD chart below.
During the peak when everyone else was excited, smart investors rotated profits into other projects and rode the wave until the entire market collapsed. That’s our plan and strategy in the next few months.
So…
No matter the altcoins in your portfolio, plan your exit ahead. Because if you hold too long, you’ll miss it and end up holding worthless tokens.
I know many are saying, “This cycle is different.”
Some believe in a mythical “super-cycle” that will extend forever.
But here’s my response: I don’t care about the “super-cycle” thesis.
Yes, I could be wrong! But I’m not here to be right. I’m here to be rich — and to help you get out before the rug is pulled.
Heading into Q4, we will take profits along the way and stay level-headed. That’s how you survive the back half of a bull market. And that’s when altcoins would go parabolic.
Need help picking the right altcoins? Click here to download the 2025 AltSeason Blueprint, where we reveal the exact coins we’re betting on.
Let’s move on as I share…
Another Hard Lesson Learned in 2021
In 2021, Bitcoin gave us fake hope. After the May crash, it bounced with strong candles in July, August, and October. That made us believe $100K was coming. See the arrow in the BTC-USD monthly chart below.
Then came the trap.
Instead of going parabolic, market makers dumped it.
BTC barely broke its May high, then reversed. Altcoins followed.
Everyone who once shouted “diamond hands” quietly turned into accidental long-term HODLers.
Some sold at a loss and never recovered. So, don’t be that guy in 2025.
Remember, everyone said 2021 would break the 4-year cycle. It didn’t. So, stick with the cycle thesis until it’s broken.
The truth is, AltSason moves fast…
One week, you’re a genius.
The next, you’re wrecked.
You never want to be too euphoric on the way up, or too broken on the way down.
The whales play this game with zero emotion and ruthless discipline. And that’s our strategy!
We’ve held patiently since early 2023, and now we’ve diversified into key low-caps. So, don’t mess it up now. However, a pullback could be right at the corner. And it’s time to talk about it.
A Pullback Is Coming — Be Ready
You may be asking: “Is there any downside left before the anticipated parabolic phase?”
Well, our momentum indicator hasn’t flashed a major weekly warning yet (see the chart below). But September is historically a red month in post-halving years.
Maybe this time, it’ll follow tradition.
Historically, August has always been bullish in Bitcoin’s post-halving year. In that case, mid-to-late August might be your best opportunity to take partial profits and buy back in September (if you care about that).
But there’s a catch…
You might miss the start of the final explosive run in Q4.
Now, here’s an interesting fact…
The 2025 Bull Run is Similar to 2017
The chart below shows Bitcoin’s monthly closes across cycles.
In 2017, we saw only 3 red months: January, March, and September. But in 2021, we saw 6 red months and six green.
So far in 2025, we’ve only had two red candles (Feb, March), and four straight green months from April through July. This pattern is similar to 2017, when Bitcoin printed five consecutive green months from April to August. See the blue boxes in the screenshot below.
If this pattern holds, August could be another green candle — and the start of a massive Q4 rally. But are you still bullish or bearish?
Now, let’s talk about…
The Q4 Game Plan
September may shake people out again like it did in previous cycles.
In 2017, Bitcoin pulled back in September — only to rip higher in October, November, and December, delivering massive returns for those who stayed in position.
And if history repeats, we’ll see something similar in Q4 2025. See the chart below.
Though Bitcoin may peak in Q4, altcoins would run hard into 2026. While altcoins often top out in Q1, that’s also where most investors get trapped.
They start recycling profits into new coins, believing the bull run has more room. And that’s when the trapdoor opens. So…
Don’t Get Caught Holding the Bag in 2026
We’re not naïve, pretending the market will move in a straight line. No.
In fact, we’ve seen bearish divergence on Bitcoin’s daily chart. Our momentum indicator made a lower low while the price made a higher high. That’s a warning.
We may get one final scary pullback before the next leg up. See the chart below.
So here’s the deal:
If you can’t stomach another dip, reduce exposure. But if you believe this is the last major dip before the big breakout, hold firm and manage risk. Either way, it’s time to act smart — not emotional.
Our team has already done this, guided by the strategies inside the 2025 AltSeason Blueprint.
You Know What to Do…
You’re not here by accident.
But time is running out fast. Don’t sleep on this information. Restructure your portfolio now — or get left behind. Wondering how?
👉 Download the 2025 AltSeason Blueprint and align yourself with the data, not the drama.
This is your moment.
Let’s make the most of it.
Thanks for reading.
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