The UK has more sensible rules (because the edge of the road is inherently unsafe with things like drains). A cyclist is perfectly entitled to take the centre o

The UK has more sensible rules (because the edge of the road is inherently unsafe with things like drains). A cyclist is perfectly entitled to take the centre of the lane, and cyclists may ride two abreast. It's up to the car to effect a pass only when safe to do so, at a minimum distance of 5 feet.