I've been bike commuting in Denver for 10+ years, and have long observed the same challenges you describe. There are certain places in the city that are quite easy to access via bike and some that are near impossible without riding in traffic or breaking some traffic law. The bike system is piecemeal and responsive and obviously not designed holistically. Thank you, Mr. Backes, for telling it like it is. Hopefully, our planners take note! And a note from a fellow Northside commuter: I recommend coming down 29th Ave, which curves into 15th St. Take 15th into downtown and catch the Cherry Creek trail on Wynkoop. 15th is a much easier road to ride than Speer and you can avoid getting off the bike or troublesome construction sites.