Penn inter 30 visx

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Howdy to everyone,
I just picked up a 30 visx reel new and have a couple of questions.
When  I spin in in high gear it has a lot of resistance compared to low, when I mean a lot it is heavy. My 50 vw is easy to turn, I know the 50 is single speed, but the difference is surprising.
So are 2 speeds normally this heavy in high gear.
I intend to use it for LBG, beach,rock and jetty's.
Braid and nylon topshot so any ideas much appreciated.
Thanks in advance