REC said "I usually use the 1P line at the south, although some say the north is shorter. " The north end does seem to be shorter.
FWIWIMHO
After checking in, I always walk past the south end and if it looks the least bit busy I head north.
It seems that the "masses" leave the ticketing area and in bulk go to the south.
I have observed a large varience in the number of peolple waiting and the North end is always fewer.
At any rate either end seems to get the job done in a reasonable time.
BOYCRUZ "Any tips on making DIA(Denver) less painful than i hear is greatly appreciated" you could always just stay home and avoid the PAIN entirely

Didn't someone say "Pain is in the eye of the beholder"?
Just kiddding have great trip