Alright, I'll give you a different tip each day. :D
Tip #1: If you are in first place, there are a variety of ways to avoid the Spiny Shell or at least limit its impact. Use a Mushroom, lay a Banana down before the shell hits you and reverse into it, or simply jump into a cliff so when you re-spawn you can perform the Lakitu Boost to save a bit of time.
Tip #1: If you are in first place, there are a variety of ways to avoid the Spiny Shell or at least limit its impact. Use a Mushroom, lay a Banana down before the shell hits you and reverse into it, or simply jump into a cliff so when you re-spawn you can perform the Lakitu Boost to save a bit of time.