All eyes are on Aspen's Lift 1A as the clock is ticking on the two-year to the 2017 World Cup Finals, which Aspen will host Mach 15-19. But in order to host the finals, the FIS requires upgrades to the Lift 1A race venue, including replacement of the 1970s double chairlift. But Aspen Ski Co officials are tight lipped on when or if these upgrades are going to occur. More info, over here. [Aspen Daily News]