Snaking

Learn the snaking technique in Mario Kart DS, a method of power sliding on straightaways for faster times in Time Trial mode.

Snaking is essentially another term for power sliding, but instead of being used around turns, you perform it on a long straightaway. To execute snaking, start in the middle of the track, then move slightly to the left. Quickly power slide towards the right before you go off the track, then move to the right side and repeat the process by going back to the left. This is snaking.

While it may not be very helpful in a crowded situation on 150cc (a difficulty setting), snaking can come in handy when facing off against other players online, or trying to achieve fast times in Time Trial mode (a mode where you race against the clock).

It also takes some practice to do it right. Make sure the portion of track you attempt this on is wide enough so you don't run off into the rough terrain and lose speed, but overall, it could be worth your while.