Originally Posted by
john gault
That's why I say we need more cyclists, but not more cyclists riding in a manner that is irrational, such as taking up an entire lane.
Is that lawful in your state?
Depends on the circumstances. California, and Florida and quite a few other states, have an explicit exception to the 'far right as practicable' (FRAP) rule when the lane width is insufficient for a motor vehicle and a bicycle to safely share the lane while riding side-by-side. Doing so requires a width of about 14' when considering the width of the bike, motor vehicle, ~3' passing distance, and some maneuvering space. Most roads where cyclists ride have lane widths under 14' so on these roads the FRAP rule doesn't apply, therefore allowing the cyclist to choose a position anywhere within the lane.
So yes, in many cases that is lawful in my state - and in yours as well (exceptions being roads with unusually wide lanes and roads with appropriate bike lanes).