Taking the lane is a lot like Communism, it looks good on paper but doesn't work out so well in real life. On occasions when I do take the lane it is for specific circumstances. For example; if I need to get into the left turn lane and traffic is heavy I will wait for a break in traffic, move into the center of the lane, and then transition into the turn lane. Riding around in the middle of the road all the time is not something that works for me. After having tried it out I view it as a tactic rather than a riding style. What works for me is cruising along 3 feet or so from the curb or right edge of the road. This leaves cars room to slow down and move around without having to get completely in the oncoming lane to do so. **** my rights, I just want to get where I'm going in peace and get home alive.