Replying to Skiing would be more fun if it wasn't so expensive

I hate how the wonderful love of skiing that i have has been slightly tarnished due to the fact that it costs an arm and a leg just to continue riding every season.  I am starting to feel that the product industry is coming closer to a point where progression can not only take place in design and performance, but also in production, distribution, and overall cost to the consumers.  I think that a time is coming where companies need to start focusing on maintaining quality while lowering cost, and if this were possible it could help to progress the sport at an even higher rate.  Anyone agree/disagree?