Hi, everyone! I'm new to the forum and a newbie rider. I'm out of shape and overweight but have started riding the CO canal on the weekends with my family. We've done an 8 mile ride and 10 mile ride which was a lot for me. I'm 58 and hadn't been on a bike in over 30 years. I'd like to start riding more during the week so I can build up more stamina. What I'm wondering is if you all consider the canal path safe to ride by myself during the week? I'd be riding around the Shepherdstown or Williamsport areas. I did talk to a several guys in different bike shops and they all said I should be fine. Thanks for any advice you all can give me. Jane