Group Riding Laws in Maryland
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The rule
Maryland permits cyclists to ride two abreast on the roadway. Two abreast permitted on the roadway when not impeding the normal and reasonable flow of traffic; single file required on roadways where the lane is too narrow to share with an overtaking vehicle. See Md. Code, Transp. § 21-1205 (Riding on roadways and bicycle ways).
Statute
What this means in practice
Group rides in Maryland 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