has anyone pb'd/completed a run with a mavpole?

Yeah, it's possible to get 11 pixels, but it's WAY harder.

I don't really know how to explain it, but I'll do my best. Don't hold the down button. And, press left when you hit the top of the pipe until Mario stops.

what is the best first run someone's got in a SMB1 run?

In SMB1 in 8-2, could you save time by pipe jumping where you usually have to slow down to clear the pipe?

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