the biggest problem with that crazy Glendale-downtown route: LA have days with 105F. with no wind past Santa Monica.
a. Pick routes that go through shade and trees.
b. Take advantage of public transport where available.
c. Always bring an iced water bottle.
d. Always wear super breathy clothes (change at office).it's all low houses and tall palm trees.
Good for those with a bike commute given the phrase, "cyclists understand gravity, but not wind resistance"
I can assure you that cyclists very much do understand wind resistance.
Hills are more rewarding, I suppose because they end and you get to come down them for almost no effort. There's that other joke about getting a headwind on the outward journey, which is still a headwind when you come back. When you are lucky enough to get a tailwind, it's an amazing feeling.
Over in melbourne.