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I would agree that Albuquerque is not bike friendly. Due to growth, they are often working on the major roadways which makes getting around even in a car difficult. I think the old part of Albuquerque around the Univ. is nice as well but I don't know much about crime there. I own property near Socorro and I am betting that community is going to take off for many reasons. Its still has some charming structures standing which makes it ideal to renovate an interesting environment. It is about 80-90 miles south of Albuquerque so you have access to medical and the airport. The mountain biking industry there is doing pretty well as there are some very nice places to ride. They have the university campus there which would fit the bill for your business needing interns. The weather is just enough north to be interesting without being over the top either with heat or cold. Good luck on your search.
> I would agree that Albuquerque is not bike friendly.
What are you agreeing with? I didn't see another post (unless it was
deleted) that sad that Albuquerque is not bike friendly.
In any case, I disagree. You can get all over the city along the many
bike paths along arroyos that criss-cross the city. The weather is
generally favorable for biking and you can not only go all over town,
but you can go around the mountain and ride up the back.
If you are talking about the drivers rather than the layout, then you
might have a point.
I was agreeing with jazzlover's take on things. I just pushed on it a bit more with the bike situation. I was thinking about the drivers actually and not the layout. Otherwise, you are more than correct. I shall be more specific in the future.
Las Cruces in southern NM is ideal
A small city with lots of character. A college town and one of top five places to retire and live. Nice older houses can be found in the center of the city. Best weather in NM. Very scenic and lots of outdoor things nearby or an hour away. El Paso in only 40min away if you want to get away in a bigger city and also has a major airport. Do NOT overlook Las Cruces and nearby La Mesilla, you WILL love it!!!!!!
When I looked for a 2nd home in New Mexico I could have gone anywhere (money, thank God, was not an issue) but I chose Las Cruces (Mesilla actually) because it's a bit warmer in winter than Santa Fe/Taos/Las Vegas/N. New Mexico in general. If I wanted to see snow I'd just stay in the upper Midwest.
Though I'll probably never spend a whole summer in LC, I find it not too hot in summer, especially when compared to Phoenix and Tucson. On top of being nearly 4,000 feet altitude, the agriculture in the Mesilla Valley -tons of pecan orchards, etc.- makes for a green belt that keeps temps down to tolerable. LC has a ways to go in some areas, but for the most part it's a very nice town and it's getting better in many ways.
The sprawl concerns me, as it does most Mesilla/LC residents, but that's just the way it goes.
If a larger city is needed, for a serious airport or something, El Paso is only 40 minutes away (the airport is 50 minutes) and Juarez, Mexico about the same.
For my favorite type of climate, fairly high altitude in southern latitude is ideal. Timberon or High Rolls would be just about perfect...not too hot in summer, not too cold in winter. The best thing about NM climate in general is the low humidity, which makes the heat bearable.
Santa Fe . . . best weather in NM?
Holy @$@!! can't resist responding to that.
If you like cold winter weather, maybe.
Give me 'Cruces any day. If the summer heat gets to you, all you have to do is wait for the sun to go down, or find some shade. Gotta love that summer sun.
Different strokes for different folks, but to me 'Cruces weather beats Santa Fe hands down at least 9 months out of the year. But that's just my opinion.
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Holy Cow!!! I can't resist responding to that!
