I am a chick. I used to have a triple - bought it specifically because I was doing a big ride in the mountains & wanted the extra gearing. I used it & loved it.

The new ride is a compact double (because that's what it came with). I have yet to have a problem with it, but I haven't done any big climbs with it either.

If you can make it up the hill with the gears you have - you don't need a different bike. If you are straining to make it up or you have pain when you climb, you might want to consider your alternatives.