Please help me decide which to rebuild: I have a circa 1982 Schwinn Traveler and a mid 1970s Motobecane Grand Touring. Both bikes fit me equally well (frames seem to be exactly the same size). I have no illusions about the greatness of either of these bikes, but am doing this mostly so I can teach myself how to work on bikes before working on something really delicate. I want a bike I can take with my family that is more durable than my racing bike. So, which should I rebuild??

Both bikes have been ridden a fair amount – the Schwinn has more wear, though. I also have a bunch of parts in decent shape from a 1987 Trek Elance which I plan to use to replace some problem areas (e.g., the Schwinn needs new chain rings). The Schwinn also needs a new fork – I will use the interchangeable one from the Motobecane if I go that route.