I agree, find a bigger loop. 5 miles at least. You'll encounter the same people less and they'll probably be more spread out. I like loops because they're non-stop which around here is hard to find. The path I ride is actually a road with cars, bikes, walkers/runners, skaters, etc. It's crazy sometimes but I just ride like they'll clear out, be willing to pass on the left or right and always give them the right of way. Better to be alive with a bike in one piece than right and on a stretcher. GL