I was taking a quick turn the other day at about 17MPH and my rear wheel fell off the curb. I got a pinch flat and the wheel is now bent. So I am in the market for a new wheel for my Giant Cypress comfort bike. The original wheel is is a free wheel 700c with 7 speeds. I would like to replace it with something stronger. I am heavy at 220lbs, 5'11" and I want a wheel I can depend on. The wheel is also wide and I plan to replace it 33 to 37 mm tire. I'm thinking something like a Continental Country Plus.

I ride 50/50 on gravel trails and concrete/road. I love to go as fast as I can most of the time and average about 12 MPH, topping off at about 22MPH on this bike.

Looking around at Wheels on the net, I am finding the choices and variety of sizes a little boggling. I am budgeting around $100 for this wheel but if it's worth it, I would spend more for a reliable wheel that would serve me for a long time and perform well.

Tire suggestions are welcome too. Thanks