John VanDerLaan

John VanDerLaan is the founder and managing editor of Golf Gear Advisor and the parent company Vanco Digital Inc. With over 15 years of experience in golf equipment testing, SEO-driven content publishing, and outdoor sports media, John brings a practical, player-first perspective to every gear review the site publishes. John tests clubs the way serious golfers use them — across multiple 18-hole rounds under real course conditions, and on professional launch monitors including Trackman and GCQuad. His reviews cover drivers, irons, putters, wedges, training aids, and accessories from every major manufacturer. Beyond the equipment side, John spent over two decades coaching his sons, John Jr. and Michael VanDerLaan, from age two through their careers as elite competitive golfers. Both sons won the NCAA Division II Individual National Championship in successive years (2018 and 2019) — a feat no other sibling pair has achieved. John Jr. is currently a PGA Tour player, and Michael is a golf teaching professional. John is an active member of the Outdoor Writers Association of America and is available to the media as a source on golf equipment trends, gear selection for amateur golfers, and youth golf development. Connect with him on Linkedin.

Taylormade Stealth Driver Review

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In this Taylormade Stealth driver review I will share my experience with this driver along with the features, benefits and potential drawbacks that you may experience. Here’s what I found: Read more

PING G440 K Driver Review

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I had the opportunity to test this driver over multiple 18 hole rounds, here in southwest Florida. This G440 K driver review breaks down everything you need to know before making a decision. Here’s what I found: Read more

TaylorMade P790 Irons Review(2025 Model)

My Brand New Taylormade P790 Irons

I tested the 2025 Taylormade P790 irons over multiple 18 hole rounds, and compared them to other players irons on a trackman launch monitor, so that I could compare real data. Here’s what I found: Read more

Ping G430 Max Driver Review

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I put the Ping G430 Max Driver to the test over multiple 18 hole rounds at San Carlos Golf Club in Fort Myers, Florida, and using a Trackman and GCQuad launch monitor indoors and outside on the range.
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Titleist GT2 Driver Review

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The Titleist GT2 driver has been generating serious buzz and after months of testing, it’s time to break down exactly what this golf club delivers on the course. This GT2 driver review covers everything you need to know. Read more

L.A.B. Golf MEZZ.1 MAX Putter Review

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This lab putter has generated serious buzz since its release, and for good reason. But does the reality match the hype? I spent several weeks putting with this futuristic putter across different courses and green speeds to find out. Here’s what you need to know. Read more

Odyssey Ai-One Square 2 Square Double Wide Putter Review

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Written by John VanDerLaan March 20, 2026 *We may earn revenue from the products available on this site and participate in affiliate programs. The past couple of years have seen zero torque putters move from niche curiosity to mainstream conversation. Odyssey’s blade style answer to this trend—the Ai-One Square 2 Square Double Wide—promises stroke balanced performance … Read more

Cobra 3DP Tour Agera Putter Review

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The putter market keeps evolving, and Cobra’s latest entry proves that new golf equipment can genuinely push performance boundaries. This Cobra 3DP Tour Agera putter review breaks down everything you need to know about one of the most ambitious mallet models to hit bags in recent memory. Read more