If I have to replace a back wheel for my Specialized Sirrus, is it complicated?

Question

It seems like someting I could do but the bike shop guy says that specialty tools are needed.....? Is he trying to dupe me?

Also, what is a good website to buy a bicycle wheel?

thanks

Answer 1

Not really, its fairly easy

Answer 2

Special tools are needed. You need a cassette removal tool and chainwhip to remove the cassette lockring from the freehub.

Should cost $20 in total. Useful to buy though as it's good to remove your cassette when cleaning your bike to get in all the hard to reach places.