Wheel’s rim deformed permanently, or can it be trued straight?

A minor crash resulted in this. Was able to open the rear brake and ride 10mi home on it like this. Before I bother trying to true it, I wanted to ask if anyone can just tell.  My gut is saying it’s a permanent bend, but figured I’d ask you all.  Not a big deal at all to me to buy either an entire new wheel, or replacement rim, but just want to ask the community out of pure curiosity.

Thanks in advance!

Posted Oct 2, 2025, 1:48 PM UTC

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