I love the W&OD! I think (for the most part) that people are extremely respectful and polite. I always feel a sense of comradery when I wave to others on the trail whether they're cycling, running, or walking.

Yes, occasionally people zoom past you without the decency to say "left" or make any other attempt at warning you... c'est la vie. Regardless, it doesn't even compare to the Key Bridge.

Today I drove to the trail and tried to push my out of shape body to the limit. I stopped a couple of times to walk or catch my breath and I was really touched by the cyclists who rode past and made sure to ask if I was ok. I never thought of it before but a sitting or walking cyclist could have bike problems or not be feeling well (as opposed to just be tired, which was my initial thought).

What are your experiences on the W&OD (or other paved trails for that matter)?