However , certain exceptions were made - first record - breaking and then time trials .
From 1890 , the National Cyclists ' Union ( an association established to organise and regulate UK bicycle racing ) had banned all cycle racing on public roads .
Certain exceptions were made - first record - breaking and then time trials .
From 1890 , the National Cyclists ' Union ( an association established to organise and regulate UK bicycle racing ) had banned all cycle racing on public roads .