Your buddies are wrong. Higher-volume markets are easier to trade because the high-volume of trade sets in motion trends that are more persistent. Low volume commoditites, such as pork bellies or platinum, should be avoided because they can be "pushed around" more easily.
Volatile an liquid markets will always offer better opportunities. I always avoid stocks that are like the Roach Motel, easy to get in and hard to get out, I guess that same applies on Commodities.
Tom cole, i must agree, natty is a very tough mkt right now. Volatility has disappeared in this mkt this year. A few traders i regularly talk with cant believe this market is still above 7 bucks! They are calling for 3 dollar natty! It is also very gappy and subject to constant bullying by the big guys.
From my experience, equity market is easier than other markets, because of stocks. I mean, one can choose stocks that he likes or understands. So, as there is big chance to choose "little market" by choosing stocks you can experience many stocks.
