The running industry has seen some major trends in the last few years, from minimalist running shoes designed to mimic the barefoot running experience, to shoes with extra-thick midsoles and extreme cushioning like the new Hoka One One Conquest.
The new design takes a little getting used to, but after just a few miles, I enjoyed the springy feeling of the shoe and being so light on my feet.
While nearly as light as the minimal brands, the 9.6-ounce Women’s Conquest provides remarkable protection for your feet, thanks to higher volume, softer density and greater rebounding foam than a standard running shoe. The extra protection is most noticeable on trails, where you can easily ignore stones and bumps underfoot.
The Conquest’s thick sole tapers from the forefoot to the front of the shoe using Hoka’s “Meta-Rocker” midsole geometry, and the low heel-to-toe differential of 4 mm allows me to have a better forward lean and toe off. It also keeps me from heel striking and overstriding, symptoms that amplify impact on joints.
The shoe’s midsole is essentially made up of two layers: The top layer, composed of Cmeva foam, is super-plush and, in Hoka style, cradles the entire heel for increased stability. The lower layer is made from an injection-molded compound called Rmat, which claims excellent weight-to-resilience ratio and provides outstanding energy return.
I’m a former long distance runner, and after two knee surgeries and disc issues in my back, the added cushion of the Conquests have allowed me to run trails again. $170 hokaoneone.com
Children turning 5 on or before
9/10/2024: Kindergarten
enrollment for the 2024-2025 school year can be completed by following the
registration process now.
Children
born on or after September 11, 2019:4K enrollment is now open for
families that have a 4-year-old they would like to enroll in our program for
the 2023-2024 school year. Please complete the 4K Interest Form to
express your interest. Completing this form does not guarantee enrollment into
the 4K program. Enrollment is capped at twenty 4-year-olds currently
residing within Big Sky School District boundary full time and will be
determined by birth date in calendar order of those born on or after September
11, 2018. Interest form closes on May 30th.
Enrollment now is critical for fall preparations. Thank you!
My Barking Dog is a nightmare comedy that tells the story of Toby and Melinda, two lonely people whose lives are forever changed the night they encounter a starving coyote at their apartment building. Over time they grow to expect him, leaving ritual offerings to entice the coyote every night. Toby and Melinda forge a connection over this visitor and share curiosity and concern about his presence in the city. The coyote expands their world–until, one night, their world is shattered. Their lives are pushed suddenly into uncharted territory, sending them on a surreal odyssey that changes their city–and the world–forever.
Directed by LX Miller. Starring Max Schneider and Denise Hergett
Verge Theater is continuing their mission to provide accessible theater to our community. Tickets for My Barking Dog are Pay What You Wish with a suggested price of $35. Audience members are offered the opportunity to select the price point that is comfortable for them when purchasing tickets.
My Barking Dog runs March 15-17, 22-24, 28-30
Performances on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays begin at 7:00 p.m., with Sunday matinees offered at 3:00 p.m.
Suitable for ages 16 . No animals are harmed in the staging of this production.
Saturday, March 23rd 6:00-8:00pm
We will combine the heart-opening powers of cacao with the transcendental powers of breathwork and sound. Together, these practices will give us the opportunity for a deep
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Saturday, March 23rd 6:00-8:00pm
We will combine the heart-opening powers of cacao with the transcendental powers of breathwork and sound. Together, these practices will give us the opportunity for a deep inward journey and peak state experience. This experience can activate and clear the chakras, release trauma, reset the nervous system, connect us with higher consciousness, and help us achieve self-actualization. No prior experience is necessary. Register at santoshabigsky.com/workshops-special-events
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March 23 (Saturday) 6:00 pm - April 23 (Tuesday) 8:00 pm