a Lot of local shops have group rides they do weekly (or several times per week) and of those, many have different rides for different skill levels. You Might want to check out some of your local bike shops to see if any of them offer this. Usually it's free to go along and the different group levels typically go from a fast, long distance "A" group to a slow, short-distance and more leisurely ride "E" group. That's how I got started.. I rode on my own a few times and then joined the D group and shortly after moved up to the C group where I mainly ride.. sometimes I join the "B" group. But it's a good way to not only test out and raise your skills, but also check out group rides and make some friends at the Local bike shops.