Kansas to Dakar

From the Golden Waves of Grain to the Golden Dunes of Saudi
A Midwest dream. A Dakar finish line.

Support Justin Jumet & Matt Ransom’s Dakar Rally Journey 🏁

Kansas to Dakar is our all-in push to earn a spot on the start line of the world’s toughest rally: the Dakar Rally. We’re Justin Jumet and Matt Ransom, rally racers and co-founders of Off Piste Adventure — a community built to make Rally Raid more accessible through shared bikes, shared knowledge, and shared support.

This page is where our friends, family, sponsors, and rally community can fuel the mission. Every donation helps turn preparation into progress and dreams into a start ramp reality.

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Why give?

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    You’re Fueling a Real Dakar Rally Effort

    Dakar is one of the most demanding motorsport events on Earth. Your support helps fund the bikes, navigation gear, training, and logistics required just to reach the start line — let alone the finish.

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    You’re Helping Break Down Barriers to Rally Raid

    Through Off Piste Adventure, this effort supports shared bikes, shared knowledge, and mentorship — making rally racing more accessible for newcomers and dreamers.

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    You’re Supporting Grassroots American Rally Racing

    Justin and Matt aren’t factory riders. They’re privateers building a legitimate Dakar campaign from the ground up, representing what’s possible for U.S. riders with grit and community support.

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    Your Contribution Has a Direct, Visible Impact

    Every dollar goes toward real costs: tires, spares, entry fees, training rallies, and logistics. This isn’t abstract funding — you’ll see exactly where your support goes.

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    You Become Part of the Kansas to Dakar Story

    Donors aren’t just spectators. You’re part of the crew — carried into the desert through updates, content, and the journey from Kansas to the world stage.

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    You’re Investing in the Future of Rally Racing

    This isn’t just about one race. It’s about proving a model that helps more riders enter Rally Raid, grow the community, and keep the sport alive and accessible.

Meet Justin and Matt

Matt Ransom

Matt Ransom is a U.S. rally racer and co-founder of Off Piste Adventure, a grassroots rally program focused on making Rally Raid more accessible through shared resources and community support. A competitor in events like Baja Rally and Sonora Rally, Matt is pursuing a Kansas-to-Dakar journey built on resilience, mentorship, and team-driven racing.

Justin Jumet

Justin Jumet is a U.S. rally racer and member of Off Piste Adventure, specializing in rally bike setup, navigation systems, and race execution. A competitor in Baja Rally and Sonora Rally, he is pursuing a methodical Kansas-to-Dakar campaign built on preparation, consistency, and teamwork.

Our Promise to Supporters

When you donate, you’re part of the Kansas to Dakar crew. We’ll keep you in the loop with:

  • Build updates + behind-the-scenes prep

  • Rally results + training progress

  • Content from races and the road to Dakar

  • Shoutouts (and sponsor recognition when appropriate)

This is a team effort — and we’ll carry your name with us into the desert.

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Thank You

Whether you donate, share this page, or simply send encouragement — thank you.

Kansas to Dakar starts here.
Let’s do this together. 🏁🔥

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Kansas to Dakar is the journey of rally racers Justin Jumet and Matt Ransom as they work toward competing in the Dakar Rally — the world’s toughest off-road race. It represents years of training, qualifying rallies, bike preparation, and community support through Off Piste Adventure.

  • Dakar requires serious resources. Your support directly helps cover:

    • Rally bikes & build prep (reliability upgrades, towers, suspension, protection)

    • Spares & consumables (tires, mousses, chains, filters, brake pads, tools)

    • Navigation & safety equipment (roadbook gear, tracking, required safety items)

    • Race entry fees & licensing

    • Logistics & transport (shipping bikes/gear, travel, bivouac support)

    • Training & qualifying rallies (the stepping stones that get us to Dakar)

    We’ll share regular updates so you can see exactly what your support is making possible.

  • Donations are not tax-deductible unless specifically stated by the donation platform. This is a privateer racing effort, not a registered nonprofit. If you’re a business interested in marketing or sponsorship opportunities, please contact us directly.

  • Description text goes hereYes. We welcome brand partnerships, product support, and sponsorships. Business supporters may receive logo placement, content integration, and promotional opportunities depending on the level of involvement.

    📧 Contact: Offpisteadventure@gmail.com

  • Absolutely. Supporters will receive regular updates through social media, email, and page updates, including bike builds, race results, training progress, and behind-the-scenes content from the road to Dakar.

  • Every dollar still supports rally racing development, training, and qualifying events. Dakar requires multiple steps, and donations will be used responsibly to advance the journey — regardless of the final outcome.

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    • Share this page

    • Follow and engage with Off Piste Adventure

    • Attend events or watch parties

    • Connect us with potential sponsors or partners

    Community support matters just as much as financial backing.

  • You can reach us anytime at:
    📧 Offpisteadventure@gmail.com
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