Group Riding Laws in Connecticut
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The rule
Connecticut permits cyclists to ride two abreast on the roadway. Two abreast permitted; persons riding two abreast shall not impede the normal and reasonable movement of traffic. Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-286b derivative of UVC §11-1205. See Conn. Gen. Stat. § 14-286b (Riding bicycles on roadways).
Statute
What this means in practice
Group rides in Connecticut can ride two abreast on most roads. Keep an eye on traffic behind — if a faster vehicle can't safely pass, single up.
Bigger roads, longer rides
Size a road bike for shoulders, group rides, and rural highways
Highway-access and group-riding rules favour riders who can hold a straight line at speed. Start with a frame that fits.
See the road sizing guide