<P> In ancient many dugouts were made from linden wood , for several reasons . First , was abundant in the Paleolthic after the melting of the Weichselian glaciation and readily available . Secondly it grew to be one of the tallest trees in the forests of the time , making it easier to build longer boats . Linden wood also lends itself well to carving and does n't split or crack easily . It is lighter and therefore boats made from it have a better cargo capacity and are easier to carry , than most other tree types from the European old - growth forests . </P>
<P> In ancient many dugouts were made from linden wood , for several reasons . First , was abundant in the Paleolthic after the melting of the Weichselian glaciation and readily available . Secondly it grew to be one of the tallest trees in the forests of the time , making it easier to build longer boats . Linden wood also lends itself well to carving and does n't split or crack easily . It is lighter and therefore boats made from it have a better cargo capacity and are easier to carry , than most other tree types from the European old - growth forests . </P>
what is the advantage of making canoes that are light
what is the advantage of making canoes that are light
easier to carry
easier to carry