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I really agree. I've used MACD for years, and I know it better than any other indicator. I know why it stalls, why it runs, where it stops, where it shows fake breakouts ( I call them haircuts) etc. I've compared it to Stochastics, RSI, DMI, Momentum, ..., but I still like MACD over them. You know, you can use different settings than 'classic' 12,26,9. I use much faster settings to use MACD as a momentum indicator, a good one I should say. There is no holy grail, but I would say if you use an indicator (such as MACD) to confirm your price patterns, it will reward you. Just learn your trade. Been there, done that. Just trust your method.
Maybe if you start thinking you are NOT "the problem", but you are "the starting point", you might find a way. We are all different, find what fits YOU. Market does what it does, it's about you how you read it.
So basically your using the MACD as your trend filter? Have you tried Fat Tails MACDBB? You may want to take a look at that and use the MACD breakout from the BB as your trigger. It's not going to be perfect as you may need more filtering, but have a look.
I have my own opinion, naturally, but would like to hear yours.
