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I've never been to Tucson, so I would like to visit. But you are right, I've only seen heat like that once and it about killed me.
You should visit, go in July to get a feel for 110 day after day. Tucson might be much bigger than you want, it's grown quite large over the years. There is only one area in Arizona I'd recommend, Cottonwood or Clarksdale in the Verde River valley. Very pretty and nicer climate, a bit milder. Thing is that you'll have to hold your nose from the stench of AZ politics these days.
TheHen is right, nice cycling in Oregon. We'd be happy to have you here.