Most Comprehensive Eigenlayer + LRT Airdrop Guide: In-Depth Analysis of Multiple Projects and High-Yield Strategies
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Most Comprehensive Eigenlayer + LRT Airdrop Guide: In-Depth Analysis of Multiple Projects and High-Yield Strategies
In terms of flexibility, EtherFi and Swell are better choices. For those who want to get familiar, it's recommended to start with EtherFi.
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TIA has surpassed $20B, and the airdrop expectations for ETH’s upgraded version—TIA - Eigenlayer—are also extremely high. Additionally, the LRT sector based on Eigen enables double points farming, presenting a relatively certain opportunity. This article provides the most comprehensive guide to airdrop farming on Eigenlayer + LRT, analyzing multiple projects and their high-yield strategies from aspects of liquidity, returns, and project background.
Too long; don’t want to read? Here’s a quick summary:
Mechanics:
- You can deposit ETH or LST into Eigenlayer to earn points;
- LRT means depositing your ETH or LST into these projects, which then deposit into Eigenlayer—giving you both Eigen points and their own airdrop tokens, enabling dual farming;
- LRT projects may also issue LRT tokens to you, allowing you to exit anytime (like stETH), though currently only some projects support this;
Currently, there are mainly four participants, with more in development. We will continue updating this thread accordingly:
1.@ether_fi,
Solid in liquidity, yield, and team background—suitable for both large capital and those testing the waters, especially since low-slippage exits are possible.
Additionally, due to Pendle integration, you can further boost returns by purchasing Pendle’s YT tokens. In short, if you believe EtherFi’s dual-point rewards before June 27 will exceed the implied APY/24.03%, buying YT will be profitable—1 eETH’s points go to the holder of 1 YT token.
For Pendle mechanics, refer to this link, and we also recommend @ViNc2453's tweet.
Summary:
- Medium scale, good liquidity, low exit slippage, already supports unstake—easy for large capital entry/exit;
- Strong backing, with investment from Arthur Hayes;
- Currently participating earns both EigenLayer points and etherfi’s loyal points, both with airdrop potential;
- Advanced strategies available to boost yield—see this link.
2.@swellnetworkio
Large scale, moderate liquidity with swap-based exit options, strong team—but only deposits into Eigenlayer after January 29 qualify for dual farming.
Swell originally focused on LST but grew rapidly after joining Eigenlayer. The team has now announced plans to launch an LRT—rswETH. Given swETH’s large existing scale, community expectations are high.
Currently, staking ETH to get swETH or holding swETH earns points. DeFi integrations also allow higher yields while earning Swell points, with Eigenlayer and Pendle-based strategies leading the way.
Since Swell actively participates in Pendle’s bribe programs, it offers substantial volume and yield. You can farm Swell points via Pendle bribes—recommended reading: @ViNc2453's tweet.
You could consider mining on Pendle first, then withdrawing and depositing into Eigenlayer after January 29—or simply wait until January 29 or rswETH launch.
Summary:
- Largest scale, moderate liquidity, exit via swap—exit slippage uncertain;
- Strong background, backed by well-known VCs;
- Currently only earns Swell Pearl points; depositing swETH into Eigenlayer after January 29 unlocks Eigenlayer points;
- Upcoming LRT rswETH will enable dual farming upon launch—exact timing TBA;
- Advanced strategies available—refer to this link.
3.@KelpDAO
Decent background, but no current exit option—and dual points start only after Eigenlayer opens deposits on January 29.
KelpDAO hasn't issued its LRT token yet, nor does it have DeFi integrations. If you really want KelpDAO points, deposit stETH or ETHx now to begin accumulating points. On January 29, they’ll be automatically deposited into Eigenlayer for dual farming.
Summary:
- Medium scale, no LRT token yet, currently no exit;
- New project from Stader, a well-established player operating for two years;
- Currently only earns KelpDAO points; deposits made now will be moved to Eigenlayer on January 29 for dual points—you can also join later.
4.@RenzoProtocol
Small scale, currently no exit—unsuitable for large capital with liquidity needs. Better to observe for now. Team background unclear—comment if you have insights.
The upside is early-stage ezPoints offer double rewards. More DYOR is needed here. Also, reviewing the official Twitter can provide useful information about the team.
Summary:
- Small scale, currently no exit—unsuitable for large capital needing liquidity; better to observe for now;
- Team background unclear—please comment if you know more.
Overall
- In terms of flexibility, etherfi and swell are better choices; newcomers should start with ether.fi;
- In terms of yield, etherfi and renzo currently support dual farming, while others must wait until January 29;
- In terms of team background, etherfi, swell, and kelpdao all look solid.
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