Introduction
The Golden Surfer EA V1.31 MT4 is crafted for traders who live by the rhythm of the gold market. It’s built on an intelligent wave-detection engine that times entries at market crests and troughs—just like a surfer waits for the perfect wave. Instead of chasing after perfect-looking backtests, this EA focuses on live profitability through adaptive volatility logic, real-time filters, and precision exits.
If you’ve ever wished for a hands-free system that “rides the gold waves” while keeping risk under control, Golden Surfer EA delivers that balance.
Strategy Overview
- Wave Identification Module: Detects intraday momentum waves on M15–H1 charts.
- Volatility Guard: Adjusts stop-loss & take-profit distances dynamically via ATR filter.
- Smart Entry System: Confirms with EMA cross + candle momentum + volume weighting.
- Dynamic Exit: Partial profit bookings + auto trail to maximize wave length.
- Capital Safety: No martingale, no grid stacking — only risk-controlled entries.
Why Version 1.31 Is Special
- 🌀 Improved Wave Timing Algorithm: Enhanced precision on micro-retracements to enter early yet safe.
- ⚙️ Smart News Pause: Auto-suspends during high-impact economic events like FOMC or NFP.
- 💰 Equity Guard: Prevents trading beyond daily drawdown limits — ideal for prop-firm tests.
- 🔄 Multi-Timeframe Integration: H1 trend + M15 execution for maximum confirmation.
- 🚀 Faster Execution Core: Optimized for low-latency ECN brokers and VPS traders.
Basic Setup Guide
- Copy
GoldenSurferEA.ex4intoMQL4 > Experts. - Restart MT4 and attach to XAUUSD M15 or H1 chart.
- Enable “AutoTrading” (green icon top right).
- Load preset file
GoldenSurferV131.setif available or use defaults below. - Check terminal “Experts” tab for initialization success.
- Run demo 5–10 days to familiarize yourself with trade timing & behavior.

Suggested Parameters
- RiskPerTrade: 1 % (default)
- MaxTrades: 2
- TakeProfit: 150 points (variable via ATR)
- StopLoss: 90 points (dynamic)
- TrailStart: 80 points
- TrailStep: 15 points
- NewsFilter: True
- TradingSessions: London + NY only
- CloseFriday: True (at 21:00 GMT)
Performance Behavior
- Average Win Rate: 70 – 78 % on prop-safe settings
- Expected Monthly ROI: 5 – 10 % with 1 % risk/trade
- Max Drawdown: Under 10 % (observed on default settings)
- Trade Frequency: 3–8 trades/day during active sessions

Risk Management Tips
✅ Use fixed lot size or percentage risk per trade.
✅ Avoid running multiple gold EAs simultaneously on the same account.
✅ Stop EA during extreme news (NFP/FOMC).
✅ Consider 1:500 leverage for margin efficiency, not for over-leveraging.
Ideal For
- Gold Scalpers wanting wave-based entries.
- Swing Traders looking for MT4 automation with clear risk control.
- Prop Firm Applicants needing steady low-drawdown performance.
- Algorithmic Traders avoiding high-risk grid/marti systems.
User Experience
“Golden Surfer EA catches the momentum waves on gold beautifully. I love the smooth equity curve and the discipline it maintains even in volatile conditions.”
— Daniel R., Dubai-based funded account trader
“No more manual overtrading! This EA rides the market like a pro surfer while I focus on risk management.”
— Sophie K., London
Troubleshooting Checklist
- ❌ No Trades? Ensure AutoTrading = On and News Filter not blocking events.
- ⚠️ Off Quotes / Invalid Stops? Broker spread too high — try Raw account.
- 💡 EA Stops Mid-Week? Daily Drawdown limit hit — check Equity Guard log.



