I did try it out on one small climb when I test rode it and it seemed to be easier but I didn't know if it was easier or I was just pushing harder. I figure with less weight and a smaller contact patch, it would have to roll easier. Seems to me, when I had my last roadie 20 years ago, that the climb back home was easier than it is now. But that was 20 years and 30 lbs ago, so who knows really? But I DO believe it will make it easier, I do!