The cybex brand is the very definition of strength training backed by exercise science the vr1 line merges superior technology with a passion for fitness the cybex vr1 series lat pulldown offers two different types of grips the barbell and the neutral grip which provides slightly different workouts on the same machine you can choose the grip that feels more comfortable the grips are extra large so that the weight load is spread across the hands for a more comfortable workout the thigh pads