Coinbase gave me the greenlight to stake, debating if I should

I own just a little over one whole Ether coin. Perhaps not much compared to many but I’m mulling over if I should stake some or all of it. Naturally my main concern is having to lock it in until 2.0 drops. But the potential gain is very attractive. My intention with Ether is purely using it as a hedge and so I lean towards longterm hold with it.

Interested to hear thoughts. Should I lock it in for growth or better off with the amount I have leaving it free and observing the price flux throughout the coming year?

Cheers & thank you.