My friend works in the Clearfield, Utah, Rossignol US Warranty Center. I've been there. I've seen a Scratch sawed in half, and there is NO WOOD. Just because your rep. or the company (especially Rossi) tells you it's wood, doesn't mean it is. In fact, most 'technological advancements' from the big companies are usaully crap. Remember K2's electronic piezo chip? It's all smoke and mirrors. Don't believe the hype and figure it out for yourself-the MSP kicks the BC's ass in quality.
Also, magazine reviews are partial to who's giving the most advertising dollars, so I highly doubt 4FRNT can compete with Rossi there. Reviews are all shit, demo them if you're unsure.