Obviously, this proves that LUCK and SURVIORSHIP BIAS apply to the most succesful trend following traders. You people just don't get it!
Maybe true. In all works of life you will discover that those who survive are not always the smartest or most technically capable ones but those with the ability to overcome their own fears. It is also true that if you can go for the big bucks it is much better than trying to grap a few ticks intraday. It is however easier said than done.