Originally Posted by
GuitarBob
That's funny, and probably as it should be. See, most everyone I know in Tucson does what they can to avoid Phoenix!
I can't compare the cycling because I have never ridden in PHX, but both places should have plenty of sunshine. PHX is, however, much larger area-wise and population-wise than Tucson. That might be why Tucson feels quite a bit more laid back to me, although I am sure there are sections within the greater PHX area that are similar.
I lived in Tucson for three years before moving to Glendale. There is no comparison...Tucson is far more bike friendly than Phoenix (the northwest valley, anyway). Tucson has more bike lanes/striped shoulders/bike boulevards; a little more driver awareness; and a multi-purpose trail that almost completely circles the city...not to mention Mt Lemmon.