Sheriff Launches Pedal Vision Program

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Stationary bike will be source of power for TV

PHOENIX - At Tent City Thursday, Sheriff Joe Arpaio unveiled his newest endeavor, "Pedal Vision." Inmates will be able to get TV privileges by using a bicycle to power the television.

Sheriff Arpaio says that half of his inmates are overweight, and that this is a way for them to get in shape while enjoying their favorite past-time -- TV.

The stationary bike, when pedaled, generates 12 volts of electricity, which powers the 19-inch television inside the viewing area.

One hour of pedaling powers one hour of TV viewing. If the inmate slows down while pedaling, a noise warns the exerciser that the TV is shutting down.

"We're going to do the best we can in our jail system to help the inmates lose weight, and at the same time, give them the luxury of watching whatever they want to watch on television," says Sheriff Joe.

The new bike is only available in the women's tents, but if the program goes well, it could be put in the men's tents as well.

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I kinda like this idea.