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Braden Van Dragt

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Braden Van Dragt is a writer and content producer with a running problem. A longtime contributor to the co-op's Expert Advice publication and videos, he's currently either running or wishing he were. You can catch him in some of REI Co-op's video content on YouTube, including What to Wear Running. REI Co-op Member since 2008.

Latest Articles

  • Buying Advice

    Running Shoes Buying Guide

    356 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to choose running shoes that fit your feet, feel good and support your road-running needs.

  • Buying Advice

    Trail-Running Shoes Buying Guide

    756 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    The right trail-running shoes can help you tackle off-road terrain. This article offers advice for how to choose the pair for you.

  • Skills

    Understanding Exposure in Photography

    140 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    Learn basic exposure settings for all cameras: ISO, aperture and shutter speed. Also discover the unique photo effects each

  • Skills

    How to Take Better Sunrise and Sunset Photos

    202 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    A stunning sunrise or sunset can be challenging to capture with a camera. Follow these tips to take better sunrise and sunset photos.

  • Skills

    Understanding Your Camera

    60 reviews with an average rating of 4.5 out of 5 stars

    Advanced cameras have a powerful array of settings and features. Get tips on when and how to adjust some of the most important ones.

  • Skills

    How to Take Great Landscape Photos

    235 reviews with an average rating of 4.3 out of 5 stars

    Learn how to take great landscape photos with these seven tips.

  • Skills

    Photo Editing Basics

    343 reviews with an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 stars

    Learn the basics of photo editing. Topics include cropping, exposure (histograms), color saturation, white balance, sharpness and more.