Recovery Type 3
Overview
A third variant of the Recovery staking plan with further modified recovery mechanics. Incorporates a divisor-style calculation for even more controlled loss recovery compared to Types 1 and 2.
How It Works
- Uses a divisor to spread target recovery across bets
- After a loss, lost amount is added to a recovery pool
- Recovery pool is divided by a configurable divisor for the next stake
- Wins reduce the recovery pool; pool empty = reset to base
Parameters
| Parameter |
Type |
Default |
Description |
base_stake |
number |
10 |
Starting stake |
divisor |
number |
4 |
Controls how aggressively to recover |
max_divisor |
number |
10 |
Maximum divisor (caps stake size) |
Risk Assessment
- Risk Level: High (most controlled of the three Recovery types)
- Max Drawdown: Limited by divisor — slower escalation
- Recommended Bankroll: 200+ units
- Ruin Risk: High — still chases losses
When to Use
- You want the most controlled version of recovery staking
- You accept loss-chasing with built-in speed limits
When to Avoid
- You haven’t thoroughly tested it with your system’s historical data
- You’re risk-averse (use a non-recovery plan)
Comparison: Recovery Types
| |
Type 1 |
Type 2 |
Type 3 |
| Recovery speed |
Fastest |
Medium |
Slowest |
| Stake escalation |
Highest |
Medium |
Lowest |
| Risk |
Highest |
High |
High (controlled) |
| Mechanism |
Full recovery next bet |
Fractional recovery |
Divisor-based recovery |
Betfair Exchange Notes
- Type 3’s divisor approach is the most suitable for lay betting among Recovery variants
- Still exercise caution with lay liability
Sources
- Plan catalog reference: The Staking Machine — staking plan software with 50+ plans
- Plan mechanics: Mathematical formulas and plan concepts are in the public domain