slapdash-
It would seem that you were very wise.
I saw that original tip and made a small investment. As time went on, I could see genuine and clear potential with BES and invested more heavily. I havn't bought a stock on tipsters advice for years now and am finding plenty of opportunities without them. At the end of the day tipsters are in a different position to most P.I.'s and can sometimes have axe's to grind. I have since found doing my own research and talking to other investors - people who are in exactly the same position as one's self, much more rewarding.
That said, BES does have positives to it's name and the game may not be over. I'm not going to begin de-ramping just because I no longer hold. I think people will make money here, but for me personally I am now looking elsewhere.
Good luck.