 The platform of the ring is generally from the ground and is covered by about of padding topped by stretched canvas.The ropes are approximately in diameter and at heights of 18, 30, 42, and 54 inches (.46, .76, 1.07, and 1.37 m) above the mat, held up on posts rising around above the mat.The ropes are attached together with spacers that prevent them from spreading too far apart.