Originally Posted by
electrizer
Problem is that I have nerver really built nor trued a wheel so Id be more inclined to take the entire rim with me instead of having to incompetently play with this.
There is no magic or voodoo in replacing spokes or truing wheels.
Google "How to true a wheel".
Check the Park Tools Repair help page.
You will be a lot more confident, less anxious on your tour when you learn to do these things.