Going long on BTSX; should I turn some of my holdings into BitUSD?

[bitcoinerS]

Short BitUSD to leverage your BTSX long position.

Long BitUSD to get "rewards"
(proposed here)
https://bitsharestalk.org/index.php?topic=8396.0;topicseen

[Maximus0352]

At the current stage, BitUSD appears more advantageous for people who are day trading. What are the benefits of holding BitUSD (say 6 months to a year) for those who do not intend to day trade? Thanks in advance!