Cable Systems

The Riot MRR range brings full cable training into the rack itself. Instead of giving floor space to a separate crossover unit, these functional trainers and cable machines mount to a wall or integrate directly into Riot MRR racks and rig systems, so a single footprint can cover barbell work, pulldowns, rows and free-plane cable movement. For commercial floors that need to do more in less space, and for home gyms built around a single rack, it removes the trade-off between a power rack and a full cable station.

The collection includes three configurations, each built around the Riot MRR rack standard. Depending on the setup, selected supports and attachments can be used across compatible Riot MRR systems, while cable handles are purchased separately so the station can be matched to the way you train.

Three configurations, one standard

The Riot Functional Trainer is a four-point cable machine with two independent 120 kg stacks, upgradeable to 150 kg, and a 2:1 pulley ratio across all cable pull points. This gives long, smooth cable travel for crossovers, flyes, full-range pulls and controlled cable work. Built around the rack's structural dimensions, it can run as a standalone functional trainer or as a rack-mounted system inside a compatible Riot MRR setup.

The Low Profile Functional Trainer keeps the main frame projection to roughly 400 mm from the wall, making it a strong wall mounted cable machine option for compact rooms and tight commercial layouts. For space planning, allow up to 705 mm where the lat pulldown pulley extends. Two 100 kg stacks feed a mix of 2:1 adjustable cable stations and 1:1 pulldown and row stations, so it stays compact without giving up loaded training options.

The Rear Mounted Lat Pull Down and Low Row turns an existing compatible Riot MRR rack into a dedicated pulling station at a true 1:1 ratio. As a lat pulldown attachment, it is available as a plate-loaded version or as a stack plus plate-loading version. It pairs a high pulldown with a seated low row in the same rear-mounted frame.

One footprint, full cable training

Across the range, adjustable pulleys and cable stations support cable crossovers, flyes, face pulls, triceps pressdowns, biceps curls, rotational core work like the Pallof press, lat pulldowns and seated low rows. On the dual-stack configurations, two people can train in parallel, or a single lifter can superset movements without re-rigging between sets.

A cable pulley machine this versatile usually means a large dedicated frame. Here, the same training capability is built around the rack you already train on, keeping presses, pulls, rows and isolation work inside one modular upright system.

Build quality and pulley ratios

The Riot MRR cable range is built for repeated loaded use in home gyms, PT studios, strength facilities and commercial environments. Depending on the configuration, the systems use heavy-duty steel frames, aluminium pulleys, stainless-steel or chrome-plated guide rods, steel cables and cast-iron weight stacks.

The Riot Functional Trainer uses a 2:1 ratio across its cable pull points for longer travel and a smoother resistance curve. The Low Profile Functional Trainer combines 2:1 adjustable pulleys with 1:1 lat pulldown and low row stations. The Rear Mounted Lat Pull Down and Low Row uses a 1:1 ratio for direct resistance and predictable progression on heavy pulling work.

Built for commercial and home gyms

As a commercial functional trainer range, these machines suit strength facilities, studios and clubs that need cable stations to work hard all day. As a home gym cable machine solution, they give a well-equipped private setup a wide movement library without requiring a second standalone footprint. Wall-mounted, freestanding and rack-mounted options allow the system to scale with the space available.

Compatibility and rack requirements

The Riot Functional Trainer can be wall-mounted, used freestanding with the Riot MRR long feet, or integrated into compatible Riot MRR rack and rig setups. The Low Profile Functional Trainer is not a standalone machine and must be securely mounted to a wall or suitable rack structure before use.

The Rear Mounted Lat Pull Down and Low Row is not a universal lat pulldown attachment. It is designed for compatible Riot MRR 2100 and 2300 racks only. The rack must be fitted with a 1075 crossmember with centred mounting holes and the required offset crossmember for correct installation, support and safe operation.

Choose the right cable handles for your setup

Cable handles are not included, giving you the flexibility to build the station around your own training style. Whether you need neutral-grip handles, a lat pulldown bar, a triceps rope or rotating handles, each attachment changes how the cable system feels and expands the exercise range. For most setups, a mix of pulling, pressing and single-hand attachments gives the best coverage for upper-body, back, arm and functional training. Choose the handle options that match the movements you want to perform most often.

FAQ: Cable Systems

Standalone or rack-integrated?

The Riot Functional Trainer can be used either way, depending on the chosen setup. The Low Profile Functional Trainer must be securely mounted to a wall or a compatible Riot MRR rack. The Rear Mounted Lat Pull Down and Low Row mounts only to a compatible Riot MRR rack.

What does the 2:1 versus 1:1 ratio change?

A 2:1 ratio gives longer cable travel and a smoother resistance curve, ideal for crossovers, flyes and full-range functional movements. A 1:1 ratio delivers the resistance you load, making it better suited to heavier lat pulldown and seated row work.

Can the weight stacks be upgraded?

Yes. The Riot Functional Trainer ships with two 120 kg stacks that can be upgraded to 150 kg each. The Low Profile Functional Trainer uses two 100 kg stacks. The Rear Mounted Lat Pull Down and Low Row is available in plate-loaded and stack plus plate-loading configurations.

Can two people train at the same time?

On the dual-stack configurations, two people can train in parallel, or one person can move quickly between pulldowns, rows, crossovers and accessory work.