Banana Dreams

This is an excellent, though seldom climbed alternative finish to Hardd. It starts in the alcove above the 11b crux of P2, and takes the left-hand crack above and out of the alcove where Hardd heads up and to the right.  It can be argued that this pitch is actually a

more

direct line than the standard finish to Hardd.

The crack is a continuous 6 inches in width so you can really plug-into it once you climb out of the alcove.  Head straight up to the top.

Tip: It isn't necessary to carry your wide gear up the 11b thin section. Instead, stop in the alcove above the crux and lower a loop of rope to your belayer so you can pull the heavier gear on up.

Climb the 5.11b P2 crux on Hardd to the alcove.  Banana Dreams is the left-hand exit out of the alcove.

Gear to 6", including 3 or 4 6" pieces