talonrunner18
PR Addict
Stacy, you should look up lacing and tru'ing. Its very very easy. I've done all my wheels.
I taught myself how to lace and true wheels. Very easy if you have a dial indicator and some sort of stand for it. I simply put the wheel back on the bike and strap it down so it cant move any.
As for brand i would recommend buying Excel A60 rims with heavy duty spokes. Get your hubs powerdercoated for the bling factor and you will have wheel combo that is as good as any out there.