Originally Posted by
Pamestique
Boise, Idaho. It is a community built around recreational sports, especially cycling. Climate is decent (doesn't get too hot or cold) and its not too expensive. Right now this is on the top of my short list of places to retire...
Also don't forget about a place like Frederickburg Texas, in the Hill Country. Miles and miles of beautiful country roads just made for cycling. Close to Austin; diverse culturally, people are hospitable and lovely.
FWIW Boise has the same weather as Reno, just a day later. Nice town. Another one that took a huge swat in real estate prices.
Spent a fair amount of time in Fredricksburg, and have a friend who lives there. Nice place to visit but...you know the saying.
Last year they had 70-something days over 100 (including 34 straight) and several over 110. It's hideously hot and humid during the summer. Not terribly cheap on the real estate side either.