DB. Freeride skier Jon Olsson and engineer Truls Brataas put their heads together in 2009 with the goal of creating uniquely functional bags for urban outdoor enthusiasts whose lifestyle involves a lot of travel.DB. Freeride skier Jon Olsson and engineer Truls Brataas put their heads together in 2009 with the goal of creating uniquely functional bags for urban outdoor enthusiasts whose lifestyle involves a lot of travel. Before long, DB had won the Gaselle Award six times, and DB products gained recognition at events like the ISPO trade fair. DB’s headquarters remain in Oslo.