The Stage seems to be a good alternative to "established" forks and as I'm currently looking for a burlier upgrade for the Revelation on my Chromag Surface 29er and the Stage is one of my favourites. On some forums people complain about quite loud noises coming from the fork on chunkier trails. Is this the same with your Stage? Did you experience any problems with the Knolly Warden yet (creaking bushings...)?