The LakeEze Ladder is made with heavy duty materials weighing in around 85-100 lbs, however, the EzePull technology allows for the ladder to be VERY easily lifted out of the water, with a pull force of around 40lbs for the 5-Step LakeEze Ladder and around 60lbs for the 6-Step LakeEze Ladder, making it considerably easier to lift than other sloped ladders or ladders made with steel and wood. The LakeEze Ladder steps are also perforated to reduce drag and allow the water to flow through them, rather than pull against, once again making lifting easier.