Originally Posted by
Lamabb
- Living near a big city but not in one. (jobs/activity)
- Good hills/mountains ( I can't stand flat)
- Good cycling community
- Good Mountain bike trails AND good-condition roads
- Low traffic in immediate area
"Near" a big city... does that mean you will commute?
Meeting your other criteria wouldn't be tough, in addition to a couple of others that are very important...
low cost of living and good year round climate. Many of the places suggested here are pretty dismal for much of the year.