Blibli Introduces Padel Racket Trade-In to Fuel Sport's Growth

Padel is rapidly gaining popularity in Indonesia, becoming one of the fastest-growing sports in the Asia-Pacific region, according to a 2025 Global Padel Report. This surge in interest has led to a proliferation of clubs, courts, and new players across the country.

As players improve their skills, the desire to upgrade their padel rackets to match their evolving game also increases. However, the high cost of new rackets often deters enthusiasts from making the purchase. Recognizing this challenge, Blibli has introduced an innovative solution: a trade-in and credit feature specifically for old padel rackets.

This new service allows users to exchange their old rackets online for an immediate discount on a new purchase, potentially saving up to Rp5.8 million, or convert the value into BlibliPay credit. Blibli stated that this initiative reinforces its commitment to supporting an active lifestyle for Indonesians amidst the booming padel trend.

Edward Kilian S., Group Head of Emerging Category at Blibli, highlighted the sport's rapid development and the diverse needs of players, from beginners to competitive athletes seeking equipment tailored to their skill level. He explained that the process is designed for convenience, with customers simply selecting their old racket's brand, model, and condition to receive a price reduction on a new one. The old racket is then collected by a courier upon delivery of the new item.

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Padel sports are developing very rapidly and we see that players' needs are also becoming more diverse, ranging from beginners who are just trying to competitive players who are looking for rackets with specifications that are more in line with their developing skills.