Thanks all! This is really helpful. I was walking on the mall next to Madison this afternoon and thought, “Nuh uh. Too much for me!”
Wish they’d hurry up with a Maine Ave lane or cyclepath, it seems to be a big missing link from connecting safely to SW! Sounds like that sidewalk curb you have to jump could use a late night sneak attach with a sledgehammer… 
Emm – will do! I usually leave at the same time as well. Tomorrow I have to leave earlier than usual but will try to touch base next week after the holiday.