If I may be so bold: New Mexico. Las Cruces might be closer to what you're used to in Chandler without the pollution. Albuquerque tends to be - ummm - cooler in the winter than Phx but I bike commute all year. There is a bike path here on the Rio Grande that is 33 miles long in and of itself. I can ride from my house to the path, ride the path and ride back home and get in a 50 mile ride without ever leaving the city or having to deal with traffic cept where the bike trail crosses it. I'm a Chandler transplant and while I would LOVE to get back there, Albuquerque is a wonderful second choice. Not sure what jobs you are looking for so not sure if the market will support you - but I would suggest my fine and beautiful city/state!!

Plus that way I've got Another person to ride with And someone else who can help me razz the East Coast girls during the winter!!