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Skiers and snowboarders alike in line at the American Eagle Lift on opening day at Copper Mountain ski area Nov. 4, 2011. Andy Cross/The Denver Post/TNS
DENVER—Winter Park this year became the latest Colorado ski resort to offer early lift access for skiers and riders who are willing to pay for upgrades to their lift tickets. It’s a privilege that some love and others criticize as elitist.