Building Motor Points

[@beerbee4378]

Amazing. There are so few resources on this stuff. I've just started rigging and it's hard to get everything on the job! I bought a few small shackles and chain to practice making these. Thank you!

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

You are very welcome! if you are enjoying these, please subscribe to our channel. Once We get enough subscribers, we'll do more!

[@zac8366]

Thank you so much for teaching these skills. I'm 28 and switching careers into event rigging, i had been religiously studying this video for days and taking notes leading up to my first gig. I did okay for my first time down-rigging, set back the up-riggers a few times (they made sure to let me know) but overall worked safely. Again, thank you for sharing your knowledge here. It made my first job not so daunting and probably a lot easier on my crew too.

[@Dillonbninja]

Thank you so much for making this video. Anytime I'm called into work for down rigging, I always watch this video to brush up on building steel. There are so few videos that cover this topic, but this one covers everything I need to know and explains it clearly. You guys are awesome, this video is a life saver.

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

You are very welcome! If you are enjoying it, can you do us a favor and follow our channel? We are currently in the process of redoing these videos (expect them in early 2025) and the more people who follow the page, the better!

[@MarkyMarc]

Haven't done rigging in a few months. This was a really good reminder 🤠 thank you.

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

You're very welcome! feel free to check out all of our FREE videos at www.delongriggingsolutions.com/one-shot-training/

[@zuko8326]

You guys are amazing. We need more videos... Maybe some theater up rigging. Thank you so much!

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

Zuko, we keep discussing doing more videos. If you want to encourage us to do it, subscribe to our KZbin Channel, and tell all of your friends to do the same. Once we have enough subscribers, we'll definitely do me.

[@SamJahshan]

Excellent video

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

Thanks Amar! If you are enjoying these videos, go ahead and subscribe to the KZbin Channel. When we get enough followers to justify it, we'll do another round of videos!

[@leveldropsf]

10:48 Question from a novice: Why do you prefer making a 5' bowline for a 10' basket? Would you not still want to make a 3' bowline (or whatever length is most comfortable for the up-rigger) regardless of basket size? I'm trying to imagine sitting down on a beam with a 5' bowline and then not having any ability to bear the weight of the point with my foot as a result of the bowline being tied too long. Thank you! ⚒

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

That is a good question Steffan. The answer is that on a 10' basket, you can't reach the knot to untie it if the bowline is too short. A good guideline to avoid this problem is that your bowline should always be half the size of your basket. It should also be noted that while stepping into your bowline to hold a load is a way of doin things, there are several techniques. Personally I'm a fan of pinching the rope between the beam and my foot, knee, or thigh.

[@johnjones4376]

Another great video! If I could make a request. Please make an advanced bridal making video. Thanks! Liked and subscribed

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

John, Shoot us an email at [e-mail] and let us know what you're looking for. We are hoping to do another round of videos in 2024!

[@edwardhanna86]

Thanks guys. Really wish it was higher definition.. can't see so clear . But good stuff anyways

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

We're currently in process of redoing all of our videos, check back after the new year.

[@spiritcourier]

What is the make and model of the rope you use?

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

We use different ropes for different things, but our go-to "point pulling rope" is Yale Cordage 1/2" Double Esterlon Rigging Rope. It has an 11000 lbs Breaking Strength and is SUPER soft once you break it in. Be warned, it can be a bit on the slippery side until it's broken in (I actually put mine through the laundry a few times to speed up the break in period).

[@ciaartilugio9413]

how you call that knot???? thank you!

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

It's the bowline. we teach how to tie it here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/Z6TLqYCMh9h_j80

[@Kevin-wj4ed]

How do you know how to figure a bridal? The length of of each cable?

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

Hi Kevin, You can find what you are looking for in one of our other videos. Basic Bridle Math: kzbin.info/www/bejne/hHPXqYlqf79seK8

[@alanunseld4942]

can you explain why rope is used ?thanks

[@delongriggingsolutions7540]

Alan, I am not sure I understand your question. Are you talking about the rope that an up rigger would use to pull the built bridle up to the anchor point?