Here in Montreal there are plenty of bike paths. The longest network of path 
in Canada at 400km or perhaps 400 miles. Many are in horrible shape while 
there is a great that is new and in good shape. I usually do not use the 
path, but this summer I must admit I did use it quite extensively. I'm happy 
to report that incidents of near accidents did not occur while riding these 
narrow "roads".
How are the path in your neck of the woods and how do you find them? Any tid 
bit to add to this?
--- Maximus/2 3.01
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