For the DT Swiss rim, standard 12mm nipples are a good choice. The longer nipples would accomodate rims that have the nipple seats recessed further into the rim. The idea behind the various nipple lengths is simply to get the spoke-wrench flats where you can reach them, it doesn't affect the spoke length you should choose.
Last edited by mechBgon; 02-26-12 at 12:17 PM.