Results: 2026
Kyohei Yoshizawa won the men's 6-day race with 801.785 km and Ashley Vuu won the women's 6-day with 282.037 km, from 14 finishers.
| Category | Name | Result |
|---|---|---|
| Men | Kyohei Yoshizawa (Japan) | 801.785 km |
| Women | Ashley Vuu (USA) | 282.037 km |
14 runners finished.
DUV lists the 6-day contest as June 22-28, 2026 at the Pettit National Ice Center; a separate 10-day contest ran June 18-28.
Source: DUV Ultra Marathon Statistics — 9th Six Days in the Dome 6d. Checked September 14, 2026.
Event Overview
| Date | Jun 22-28, 2026 |
|---|---|
| Location | Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA |
| Format | 6-Day |
| Terrain | Track |
| Region | North America |
| State / area | Wisconsin (WI) |
| Course model | Loop |
| Cutoff | 6 days |
| Field size | Specialized fixed-time field; check the official roster and entry page for current capacity. |
| Highlights | Indoor Track, World Records Venue, 10-Day Option |
Course & Terrain
Indoor fixed-time race on the Pettit National Ice Center running track.
Key course features to know before comparing this race:
- Climate-controlled indoor venue
- Flat 443 m running track around the ice oval
- Designed for record attempts and long fixed-time pacing
The indoor surface removes weather and navigation variables, making pacing, foot care, and monotony management the main challenge.
Indoor conditions reduce heat, wind, and storm risk, but runners should still plan layers for long rests and temperature changes inside the venue.
Format & Support (as run)
| Support model | Indoor loop race infrastructure with repeated access to aid, personal supplies, crew space, timing, and recovery areas. |
|---|
Why This Race Matters
Six Days in the Dome — 6 Day is a useful reference point for runners comparing 6-day events. Its format, terrain, and support model shape the kind of preparation required: not just fitness, but pacing discipline, nutrition planning, foot care, and the ability to make good decisions under fatigue.
Best Fit
- Experienced fixed-time runners chasing a controlled 6-day performance
- Athletes who prefer indoor certainty over outdoor weather risk
- Runners with crew systems built around frequent loop access
Planning Notes
- Use repeatable but adaptable routines for sleep, food, skin and foot checks, weather, and medical escalation across the six days.
- Repetitive surfaces can expose fit, friction, and loading problems. Check in when symptoms or conditions change, and use only footwear already tested for the course.
- The directory does not mark this as having simpler logistics. Confirm qualification, terrain, support, registration, medical, and withdrawal requirements before planning around it.
Event FAQs
Is Six Days in the Dome indoors?
Yes. The event is held indoors at the Pettit National Ice Center in Milwaukee.
Why is Six Days in the Dome known for records?
The climate-controlled indoor track removes many outdoor variables, which makes it attractive for fixed-time record attempts.
Related Preparation
- Compare this race in the full 2026 calendar
- Browse the 6-day race calendar
- Open the 6-Day format guide
- Compare all race formats
- Use the timed-race pace calculator
- Build a crew and drop-bag plan
- Build a race-specific gear checklist
Verification & Sources
Verification scope: the listed edition's date, location, format, and available logistics were checked against the event-specific official sources below during the directory review dated June 2026. Organizers can revise details after review.
- Official Six Days in the Dome page — https://run6days.com
- Multiday Running event directory review scope: June 2026.