[SpudRider]

I forget which model bike you own, GG. However, a complete, DB-07 front wheel sells for $85, plus shipping at the Roketa website.

http://www.roketa.com/product/parts_detail.jsp?partId=31846&partName=STEERING%20 ASSEMBLY(5)

Based upon what the shop charges you, you might be better off to purchase a new front wheel, and learn how to true your old wheel yourself. You will then acquire the knowledge to true wheels, and have a second, spare wheel for approximately the price the shop will charge you to fix your current wheel.

Spud