1. Thanks for bringing this up, https://www.openstreetmap.org/user/lioracle!

2. As a biker I'd probably do a two-step left here (straight to far corner, loop on the sidewalk, wait for the light and straight again, essentially just using the crosswalks--just like a left turn box). Is there a reason that wouldn't work here?

3. I agree, this intersection and official recommended route is not ideal. Consider reaching out to SDOT to get a left-turn box actually painted or something?

4. Maybe we could do something funky with something like hazard=*, but that feels very much like tagging for the router.

5. We map what's "on the ground," avoiding editorial choices where possible. I don't think it would be appropriate to modify the relation from what's officially marked on the SDOT map and/or on-site signage.

6. If there's an obviously better route, then definitely contact SDOT to get it changed on their map.