Rope Thickness for Rigging For uprigging in arenas or stagehand work, a 5/8″ (16mm) solid braid multifilament polypropylene or 5/8″ dynamic line is generally preferred due to its balance of strength, durability, and comfort during extended use. Some experienced riggers also recommend 3/4″ single braid polypropylene for hand-over-hand pulling, especially for long lengths like 130 feet, as it is more comfortable on the hands. However, 5/8″
