Usually, there is a 'no short' window after IPO.
It is better to buy put options as it limits your downside risk.
Unless you are a big dog (can actually effect the market). Then shorting is better because you can force the price in your favor.
put options are fine too, do you know where I can buy them?
> do you know where I can buy them
Good luck
You can only get them after they eventually IPO.
I believe there is a wait time before options are available on new listings also